Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

STRAW PLAIT WAY, SG15 6SJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STRAW PLAIT WAY, SG15 6SJ.

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

539

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

58%

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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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
workEmployment
9/10
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4/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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5/10
homeHome Ownership
6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SG15 6SJ — age 37, 74% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

home £255,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SG15 6SJ is a safe, established residential area on Straw Plait Way, 0.2km from Arlesey in Arlesey. Administratively it sits within Arlesey 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. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k.

Census 2021 statistics for SG15 6SJ are sourced from Output Area E00087772 (shared with 10 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 SG15 6SJ. The average age is 37.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.3%
Asian / British Asian5.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 41%
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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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 252,350

7 sales · Mean £ 242,049

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

SG15 6SJ has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour27
Violence and sexual offences14
Other theft6
Vehicle crime5
Drugs5

school Local Schools

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Gothic Mede Academy

Good307 pupils0.4 km
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Fairfield Park Lower School

Outstanding476 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Arlesey Social Club Ltd0.3 km
  • The True Briton0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • A Bite to Eat0.2 km
  • Raj Villa0.2 km
  • The Legen's Kebab House0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Arlesey Fish & Chips0.2 km
  • Millennium Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • New Hong Kong0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Londis0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey2.2 km
  • Letchworth Garden City3.9 km
  • Baldock5.6 km

Bus Stops

  • West Drive0.1 km
  • West Drive0.2 km
  • London Row0.3 km
  • London Row0.4 km
  • Cricketers Road0.5 km