Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

NURSERY DRIVE, SG19 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NURSERY DRIVE, SG19 1DL.

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Population

370

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

59%

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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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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10/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SG19 1DL's 71% ownership and 38-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 1DL is a safe, established residential area on Nursery Drive, 0.3km from Girtford in Sandy. Administratively it sits within Sandy ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SG19 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00088025 (shared with 18 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 1DL. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.1%
Asian / British Asian4.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.1%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 44%
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)

SG19 1DL has low crime rates — 27 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 offences42
Anti-social behaviour14
Other crime6
Public order3
Drugs3

school Local Schools

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Laburnum Primary School

Good234 pupils0.7 km
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Sandy Secondary School

Requires Improvement1127 pupils0.8 km
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Maple Tree Primary School

Good246 pupils0.8 km
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Robert Peel Primary School

Good378 pupils1.0 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

4 nearby
  • Bhavin Express0.5 km
  • Creme Catering0.9 km
  • Sandy Supermarket0.5 km
  • WSS Off License1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • China Express1.0 km
  • Rasoi1.0 km
  • Amici Coffee Drive Thru0.7 km
  • Ivory Lounge0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • The Golden Chef0.4 km
  • Dominos Pizza1.0 km
  • Taj Mahal0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Kings Arms0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandy1.7 km
  • Biggleswade6.1 km
  • Bedford11.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Western Way0.2 km
  • All Saints Way0.3 km
  • Carter Street0.3 km
  • Queen's Road0.4 km
  • Midland Road0.4 km