SG16 6BJ is a sought-after residential area on Clifton Road, 0.7km from Henlow in Henlow. Administratively it sits within Arlesey ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG16, SG16 6BJ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 73% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £357k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SG16 6BJ are sourced from Output Area E00087937 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLIFTON ROAD, SG16 6BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLIFTON ROAD, SG16 6BJ.
403
39
£ 51,400 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SG16 6BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG16 6BJ combines high owner-occupation (73%), strong property values (£357k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SG16 6BJ. The average age is 39.1. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 435,000
3 sales · Mean £ 398,333
Detached
£ 510,000
1 sales · Mean £ 510,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SG16 6BJ has low crime rates — 6 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.
school Local Schools
Raynsford Church of England Academy
Henlow Church of England Academy
Clifton All Saints Academy
Derwent Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Poplars Farm Bed & Breakfast0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Crown0.4 km
- The Engineers Arms0.4 km
- The Five Bells0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Koi Cafe0.5 km
- Clifton Cuisine0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Arlesey1.8 km
- Biggleswade6.5 km
- Letchworth Garden City7.0 km
Bus Stops
- Manor Road0.0 km
- Manor Road0.0 km
- The Crown - West0.4 km
- The Crown - West0.4 km
- Park Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SG166BJ · Data under Open Government Licence