Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

CLIFTON ROAD, SG16 6BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLIFTON ROAD, SG16 6BJ.

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Population

403

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /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: SG16 6BJ 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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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG16 6BJ combines high owner-occupation (73%), strong property values (£357k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SG16 6BJ is a sought-after residential area on Clifton Road, 0.7km from Henlow in Henlow. Administratively it sits within Arlesey ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG16, SG16 6BJ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 73% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £357k. 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 SG16 6BJ are sourced from Output Area E00087937 (shared with 16 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 SG16 6BJ. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.2%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 435,000

3 sales · Mean £ 398,333

Detached

£ 510,000

1 sales · Mean £ 510,000

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

SG16 6BJ has low crime rates — 6 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 behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences5
Drugs1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1

school Local Schools

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Raynsford Church of England Academy

Good217 pupils0.5 km
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Henlow Church of England Academy

Good644 pupils0.7 km
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Clifton All Saints Academy

Good163 pupils1.0 km
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Derwent Primary School

Good187 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Poplars Farm Bed & Breakfast0.1 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Crown0.4 km
  • The Engineers Arms0.4 km
  • The Five Bells0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Koi Cafe0.5 km
  • Clifton Cuisine0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey1.8 km
  • Biggleswade6.5 km
  • Letchworth Garden City7.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Manor Road0.0 km
  • Manor Road0.0 km
  • The Crown - West0.4 km
  • The Crown - West0.4 km
  • Park Lane0.4 km