Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

SG16 6DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SG16 6DN.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 53,700 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG16 6DN combines high owner-occupation (71%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

SG16 6DN is a sought-after residential area located 1.3km from Holwellbury in Lower Stondon. Administratively it sits within Arlesey ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG16, SG16 6DN offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. 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. 71% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 6DN are sourced from Output Area E00088076 (shared with 40 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 6DN. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.9%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean4.4%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

SG16 6DN has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Public order6
Other theft5
Anti-social behaviour4
Drugs4

school Local Schools

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Derwent Primary School

Good187 pupils1.4 km
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Stondon Lower School

Good149 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Fresh Bite0.2 km
  • Henlow Service Station0.2 km
  • A & A Stores0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Bird in Hand0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Chicken n Spice0.1 km
  • Henlow Tandoori0.1 km
  • Golden Well0.1 km
  • The Flamez0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey3.2 km
  • Letchworth Garden City5.9 km
  • Hitchin6.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Borton Avenue0.0 km
  • Borton Avenue0.0 km
  • Bedford Road0.2 km
  • Bird In Hand0.2 km
  • Bedford Road0.2 km