Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

SG19 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SG19 1BQ.

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

363

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG19 1BQ 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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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SG19 1BQ's 50% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

SG19 1BQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Girtford in Sandy. Administratively it sits within Sandy ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

This is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SG19 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00088046 (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 SG19 1BQ. The average age is 39.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.6%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed6.5%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SG19 1BQ has low crime rates — 41 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences89
Anti-social behaviour27
Criminal damage and arson24
Public order24
Drugs20

school Local Schools

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Laburnum Primary School

Good234 pupils0.3 km
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Robert Peel Primary School

Good378 pupils0.3 km
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St Swithun's Church of England VC Primary School

Good215 pupils0.5 km
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Sandy Secondary School

Requires Improvement1127 pupils0.9 km
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Maple Tree Primary School

Good246 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Bhavin Express0.5 km
  • Britannia Pharmacy0.1 km
  • Britannia Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Gunns Bakery0.1 km
  • J S Alsford Butchers Ltd0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Bell0.7 km
  • The Four Horsemen0.2 km
  • The Kings Arms0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • China Express0.0 km
  • Chunky's0.2 km
  • Express Coffee0.8 km
  • Mama's Coffee Shop0.2 km
  • Rasoi0.1 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Il Pecoro Ltd0.1 km
  • Sandy Pizza & Kebab0.2 km
  • The Chippy0.1 km
  • The Golden Chef0.7 km
  • The Town Fryer Ltd0.2 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandy0.8 km
  • Biggleswade5.3 km
  • Arlesey11.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Market Square0.1 km
  • Dapifer Drive0.2 km
  • Recreation Ground0.2 km
  • Recreation Ground0.2 km
  • Dapifer Drive0.3 km