Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

GUN LANE, SG3 6BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GUN LANE, SG3 6BH.

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Population

287

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 55,300 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG3 6BH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

A sought-after, premium postcode. SG3 6BH's low deprivation rank, 74% ownership, and £531k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 55.3% year-on-year.

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

SG3 6BH is a sought-after residential area on Gun Lane, 0.2km from Stokens Green in Knebworth. Administratively it sits within Knebworth ward and the Stevenage constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG3, SG3 6BH offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £531k, up 55.3% year-on-year. 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 SG3 6BH are sourced from Output Area E00120000 (shared with 6 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 SG3 6BH. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 525,000

5 sales · Mean £ 591,000

Semi-Detached

£ 525,000

7 sales · Mean £ 521,214

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

SG3 6BH has low crime rates — 34 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 offences44
Anti-social behaviour20
Shoplifting17
Vehicle crime14
Burglary9

school Local Schools

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Knebworth Primary and Nursery School

Good425 pupils0.5 km
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St Michael's Woolmer Green CofE VA Primary School

Good179 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Dominic's cafe0.3 km
  • Lucas May Coffee Gelato0.3 km
  • Caffe Vero0.3 km
  • Coasters0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Knebworth Fish and Chips0.4 km
  • Ming Che Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
  • Raja Takeaway0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Elysian Beauty & Aesthetics Clinic0.3 km
  • Simmons Bakers Ltd0.3 km
  • Simmons (Bakers) Ltd1.0 km
  • Sugar Boutique0.3 km
  • Knebworth Food Bank0.4 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Co-op0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Knebworth Golf Club0.7 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.2 km
  • The Station0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knebworth0.3 km
  • Stevenage4.1 km
  • Welwyn North4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Knebworth Rail Station0.3 km
  • Knebworth Rail Station0.3 km
  • Gun Road0.3 km
  • Knebworth Railway Station0.3 km
  • Knebworth Railway Station0.3 km