Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

HITCHIN ROAD, SG16 6DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HITCHIN ROAD, SG16 6DP.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 53,700 /yr

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Employed

63%

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

A sought-after, premium postcode. SG16 6DP's low deprivation rank, 71% ownership, and £186k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £186k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 48.3% year-on-year.

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

SG16 6DP is a sought-after residential area on Hitchin Road, 1.3km from Holwellbury in Lower Stondon. Administratively it sits within Arlesey ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, SG16 6DP is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £186k, up 48.3% year-on-year. 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 6DP are sourced from Output Area E00088076 (shared with 40 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 6DP. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.9%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean4.4%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 118,000

7 sales · Mean £ 121,857

Terraced

£ 256,000

2 sales · Mean £ 256,000

Semi-Detached

£ 250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 250,000

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

SG16 6DP has low crime rates — 23 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 offences13
Anti-social behaviour8
Public order6
Drugs5
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Stondon Lower School

Good149 pupils1.4 km
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Derwent Primary School

Good187 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • A & A Stores0.0 km
  • Fresh Bite0.2 km
  • Henlow Service Station0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Golden Well0.0 km
  • The Flamez0.0 km
  • Chicken n Spice0.0 km
  • Henlow Tandoori0.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Bird in Hand0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey3.3 km
  • Letchworth Garden City6.0 km
  • Hitchin6.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Bedford Road0.1 km
  • Borton Avenue0.1 km
  • Bird In Hand0.1 km
  • Borton Avenue0.1 km
  • Bird In Hand0.1 km