Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

SG16 6DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SG16 6DG.

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

435

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG16 6DG represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

With 36% social renting, SG16 6DG is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

SG16 6DG is a sought-after residential area located 0.8km from Henlow in Henlow. Administratively it sits within Arlesey ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SG16 6DG is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 6DG are sourced from Output Area E00087938 (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 SG16 6DG. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.5%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed5.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

SG16 6DG has low crime rates — 13 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 behaviour10
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order2
Other crime1
Drugs1

school Local Schools

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Raynsford Church of England Academy

Good217 pupils0.4 km
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Henlow Church of England Academy

Good644 pupils0.7 km
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Derwent Primary School

Good187 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Poplars Farm Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Crown0.2 km
  • The Engineers Arms0.4 km
  • The Five Bells1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Koi Cafe0.3 km
  • Champneys Henlow0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey1.2 km
  • Letchworth Garden City6.5 km
  • Biggleswade6.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Gardens0.0 km
  • Arlesey Road0.1 km
  • The Crown - North0.1 km
  • The Crown - North0.2 km
  • The Crown - West0.2 km