SG1 2LH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.1km from Symonds Green in Stevenage. Administratively it sits within Symonds Green ward and the Stevenage constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SG1 2LH is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SG1 2LH are sourced from Output Area E00120840 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SG1 2LH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SG1 2LH.
186
48
£ 46,300 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 61% social renting, SG1 2LH is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SG1 2LH. The average age is 48.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SG1 2LH has low crime rates — 31 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.
school Local Schools
Woolenwick Junior School
Woolenwick Infant and Nursery School
The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School
The Thomas Alleyne Academy
Fairlands Primary School
Barclay Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Hurrens Stevenage Ltd0.8 km
- Fishers Green Convenience Store0.7 km
- M D Dispensing Chemist0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Tom Tiddlers Tavern0.2 km
- The Fisherman0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Amore Pizza Stevenage0.8 km
- Oriental Express0.8 km
- Red Chillies Ltd0.8 km
- La Snack Shack1.0 km
- Rooster Spot0.8 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op0.2 km
- Fizz Experience TA Warehouse Demo Services0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Clubhouse0.6 km
- Tranquil Turtle0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stevenage2.0 km
- Hitchin5.2 km
- Knebworth5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Bude Crescent0.3 km
- Bude Crescent0.3 km
- Scarborough Avenue Shops0.3 km
- Scarborough Avenue Shops0.3 km
- Scarborough Avene0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SG12LH · Data under Open Government Licence