Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

THE HOLLIES, SG17 5BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE HOLLIES, SG17 5BX.

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Population

361

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG17 5BX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG17 5BX combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£565k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £565k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

SG17 5BX is a safe, established residential area on The Hollies, 0.3km 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 5BX offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. 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. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £565k.

Census 2021 statistics for SG17 5BX are sourced from Output Area E00088059 (shared with 6 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 SG17 5BX. The average age is 41.6. 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 Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 565,000

14 sales · Mean £ 579,303

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

Crime around SG17 5BX is moderate at 52 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.

Shoplifting74
Violence and sexual offences41
Anti-social behaviour29
Criminal damage and arson10
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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Robert Bloomfield Academy

Outstanding985 pupils0.3 km
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Shefford Lower School

Good509 pupils0.5 km
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Samuel Whitbread Academy

Good1650 pupils1.5 km
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Campton Academy

Outstanding121 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.1 km
  • Kirkby's Gym Ltd0.3 km
  • Rogers Bakery0.3 km
  • Lloyds Chemists plc0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Bridge0.2 km
  • The White Hart0.4 km
  • The Brewery Tap0.3 km
  • The Cornerstone0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dalchini Spice0.4 km
  • Jakes American Diner0.3 km
  • Rose Buds @ Duck Lane0.2 km
  • The Sub Station0.4 km
  • Gokce Restaurant0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • New Rays0.2 km
  • Shefford Kebab House0.1 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.2 km
  • Lemon Plaice0.1 km
  • New Xpress Pizza & Chicken0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey5.2 km
  • Biggleswade7.5 km
  • Letchworth Garden City9.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Scotgrange Meadow0.1 km
  • Scotgrange Meadow0.1 km
  • High Street0.2 km
  • Morrison Supermarket0.3 km
  • High Street0.3 km