Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

SG4 8YU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SG4 8YU.

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

350

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 55,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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8/10
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1/10
workEmployment
6/10
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1/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SG4 8YU's 66% 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

SG4 8YU is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Codicote in Codicote. Administratively it sits within Codicote ward and the Stevenage constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SG4 8YU are sourced from Output Area E00119834 (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 SG4 8YU. The average age is 38.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.7%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 34%
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.

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

SG4 8YU has low crime rates — 19 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 offences21
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson5
Burglary3
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Codicote Church of England Primary School

Outstanding275 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Days of Ashwell0.5 km
  • J Robarts & Son Ltd0.3 km
  • The Farm Butchery0.3 km
  • Codicote Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Premier Store0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Codicote Spice0.4 km
  • Izgara0.4 km
  • Shirley's Thai0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Globe0.5 km
  • The Goat Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knebworth4.1 km
  • Welwyn North4.4 km
  • Welwyn5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Hill Road0.1 km
  • Hill Road0.1 km
  • The Bell Inn0.2 km
  • The Bell Inn0.2 km
  • Tower Road0.4 km