SG1 2AF is an up-and-coming urban area on Fulton Close, 0.6km from Stevenage in Stevenage. Administratively it sits within Bedwell ward and the Stevenage constituency.
For families considering a move, SG1 2AF represents a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, science and business parks with high status workers. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are high (195 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SG1 2AF are sourced from Output Area E00189375 (shared with 47 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FULTON CLOSE, SG1 2AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FULTON CLOSE, SG1 2AF.
213
52
£ 42,400 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SG1 2AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
SG1 2AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 70% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SG1 2AF. The average age is 52.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near SG1 2AF are high at 195 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Fairlands Primary School
Woolenwick Infant and Nursery School
Woolenwick Junior School
Broom Barns Primary School
Letchmore Infants' and Nursery School
The Thomas Alleyne Academy
Barclay Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- AJ Gourmet0.7 km
- Card Factory0.6 km
- Star Groceries0.6 km
- Superdrug Stores Plc0.6 km
- Wawelski Ltd0.6 km
- + 23 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Holiday Inn0.8 km
- Premier Inn0.7 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.6 km
- Gate Hotel0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
59 nearby- Costa Ltd0.6 km
- Mad Hatter0.6 km
- Rooster Point0.5 km
- Stevenage Fire And Ambulance Station0.8 km
- The Cornish Pantry0.6 km
- + 54 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Asda Stores0.9 km
- Fizz Experience TA Warehouse Demo Services0.8 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- ALDI Stores Ltd0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
26 nearby- Cafe Moka0.7 km
- JJ's Plaice Ltd0.7 km
- Pizza Go Go0.5 km
- PoppinGO Ltd0.5 km
- Thai Pan0.6 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Mecca Bingo0.5 km
- Stevenage Cricket And Hockey Sports Club0.5 km
- The Old Post Office0.5 km
- Red Lion0.9 km
- The Chequers0.6 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stevenage0.4 km
- Knebworth4.2 km
- Hitchin6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Stevenage Rail Station0.2 km
- Stevenage Rail Station0.2 km
- Stevenage Railway Station0.2 km
- Argyle Way0.2 km
- Stevenage Railway Stn0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SG12AF · Data under Open Government Licence