Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

TOPHAM GARDENS, SG15 6AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOPHAM GARDENS, SG15 6AP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

345

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG15 6AP represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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2/10
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Area Character

SG15 6AP has a significant social housing presence — 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 10.1% year-on-year.

home £449,950 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SG15 6AP is a safe, established residential area on Topham Gardens, 0.6km from Church End in Arlesey. Administratively it sits within Arlesey ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SG15 6AP is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £449k, down 10.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SG15 6AP are sourced from Output Area E00087769 (shared with 10 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 SG15 6AP. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.0%
Asian / British Asian3.8%
Black / African / Caribbean4.4%
Other / Mixed5.8%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 487,475

10 sales · Mean £ 492,865

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

SG15 6AP has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour18
Violence and sexual offences18
Vehicle crime4
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Gothic Mede Academy

Good307 pupils1.0 km
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Etonbury Academy

Good923 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The White Horse0.2 km
  • The Old Oak0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Arlesey Village Store0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey0.9 km
  • Letchworth Garden City4.8 km
  • Baldock5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • The Memorial0.2 km
  • The White Horse0.2 km
  • The White Horse0.2 km
  • The Memorial0.3 km