SG17 5AD is a sought-after residential area on Iveldale Drive, 0.2km from Shefford in Shefford. Administratively it sits within Shefford ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG17, SG17 5AD offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 72% 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 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £455k. 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 SG17 5AD are sourced from Output Area E00088070 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IVELDALE DRIVE, SG17 5AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IVELDALE DRIVE, SG17 5AD.
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42
£ 54,500 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SG17 5AD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG17 5AD combines high owner-occupation (72%), strong property values (£455k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SG17 5AD. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 385,000
4 sales · Mean £ 420,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SG17 5AD has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Robert Bloomfield Academy
Samuel Whitbread Academy
Shefford Lower School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Co-operative Group0.5 km
- Kirkby's Gym Ltd0.3 km
- Rogers Bakery0.3 km
- Lloyds Chemists plc0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Bridge0.4 km
- The White Hart0.2 km
- The Brewery Tap0.3 km
- The Cornerstone0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Dalchini Spice0.2 km
- Jakes American Diner0.2 km
- Rose Buds @ Duck Lane0.3 km
- The Sub Station0.2 km
- Gokce Restaurant0.4 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- New Rays0.3 km
- Shefford Kebab House0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- Hong Kong House0.5 km
- Lemon Plaice0.5 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Arlesey4.6 km
- Biggleswade7.1 km
- Letchworth Garden City9.5 km
Bus Stops
- Ivel Road0.1 km
- Ivel Road0.1 km
- Fire Station0.1 km
- Fire Station0.2 km
- Northbridge Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SG175AD · Data under Open Government Licence