Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

ARLESEY ROAD, SG16 6DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARLESEY ROAD, SG16 6DD.

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Population

435

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG16 6DD 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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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 36% of tenure in SG16 6DD — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

SG16 6DD is a sought-after residential area on Arlesey Road, 0.9km from Church End in Henlow. Administratively it sits within Arlesey ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SG16 6DD is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £641k. 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 6DD are sourced from Output Area E00087938 (shared with 12 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 SG16 6DD. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.5%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed5.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 530,000

3 sales · Mean £ 499,333

Detached

£ 720,000

1 sales · Mean £ 720,000

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

SG16 6DD has low crime rates — 18 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 behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Raynsford Church of England Academy

Good217 pupils0.8 km
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Henlow Church of England Academy

Good644 pupils1.0 km
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Derwent Primary School

Good187 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Crown0.7 km
  • The Engineers Arms0.8 km
  • The Old Oak0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Koi Cafe0.8 km
  • Champneys Henlow0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey0.7 km
  • Letchworth Garden City6.0 km
  • Biggleswade6.7 km