Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

BELAM WAY, SG19 1DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BELAM WAY, SG19 1DB.

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Population

217

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 49,500 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG19 1DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SG19 1DB has a significant social housing presence — 68% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest. Property prices are trending up 2.8% year-on-year.

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

SG19 1DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Belam Way, 0.7km from Girtford in Sandy. Administratively it sits within Sandy ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SG19 1DB is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Residents average 50 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 68% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £270k, up 2.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SG19 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00088040 (shared with 4 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 1DB. The average age is 50.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.1%
Asian / British Asian6.2%
Black / African / Caribbean2.7%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 275,000

9 sales · Mean £ 270,877

Semi-Detached

£ 244,000

2 sales · Mean £ 244,000

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

SG19 1DB has low crime rates — 33 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 offences83
Anti-social behaviour33
Other crime12
Public order12
Drugs11

school Local Schools

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Sandy Secondary School

Requires Improvement1127 pupils0.4 km
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Maple Tree Primary School

Good246 pupils0.4 km
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Robert Peel Primary School

Good378 pupils0.8 km
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Laburnum Primary School

Good234 pupils0.8 km
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St Swithun's Church of England VC Primary School

Good215 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Bhavin Express0.4 km
  • Gunns Bakery1.0 km
  • McColls1.0 km
  • Sandy Supermarket0.1 km
  • WSS Off License1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • China Express0.9 km
  • Rasoi1.0 km
  • Rustle Up Cafe0.9 km
  • Ivory Lounge0.8 km
  • Jungle Jims0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Thai Food 2U1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Il Pecoro Ltd1.0 km
  • The Golden Chef0.2 km
  • Dominos Pizza1.0 km
  • Taj Mahal0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Kings Arms0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandy1.7 km
  • Biggleswade6.3 km
  • St Neots Station11.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Handley Court0.1 km
  • Carter Street0.1 km
  • Waverley Avenue0.2 km
  • Midland Road0.2 km
  • Pentland Close0.4 km