Postcode Analysis East Hertfordshire, East of England

LOWER BOURNE GARDENS, SG12 0BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER BOURNE GARDENS, SG12 0BE.

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Population

318

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 57,600 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 40, SG12 0BE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SG12 0BE is a sought-after residential area on Lower Bourne Gardens, 1.2km from Chadwell in Ware. Administratively it sits within Ware St Mary's ward and the Hertford and Stortford constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SG12 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00119448 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SG12 0BE. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.5%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SG12 0BE has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences34
Shoplifting33
Anti-social behaviour25
Public order14
Other theft13

school Local Schools

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St Catherine's Church of England Primary School

Good374 pupils0.5 km
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St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Junior School

Good233 pupils0.6 km
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Kingshill Infant School

Good204 pupils0.6 km
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The Chauncy School

Outstanding1292 pupils0.7 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Good198 pupils1.0 km
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Larkspur Academy

Good114 pupils1.0 km
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Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery

Good327 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Bourne Stores0.6 km
  • Card Factory0.9 km
  • G. Pickett Family Butchers0.3 km
  • The Chefs Table0.3 km
  • Ware Food Centre0.3 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Enoteca0.8 km
  • Rose And Crown0.3 km
  • The Crooked Billet0.9 km
  • High Oak Public House0.7 km
  • Punch House0.8 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

31 nearby
  • Aspire Support Learn0.8 km
  • Gather And Gather UK Limited0.7 km
  • Little - Uns C/O0.7 km
  • No. 1 Thai Cafe0.8 km
  • Prezzo0.8 km
  • + 26 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Essence Of India1.0 km
  • Li's0.6 km
  • Papa Johns0.6 km
  • Quality Pizza0.6 km
  • Sam's Fish And Chips0.3 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Barbara's B & B0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Asda0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ware1.3 km
  • Hertford East3.1 km
  • Hertford3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Lower Bourne Gardens0.1 km
  • Kingsway0.2 km
  • Croft Road0.2 km
  • Delfcroft0.2 km
  • Kingsway0.2 km