Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

SOUTH BRIDGE STREET, SG17 5DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH BRIDGE STREET, SG17 5DB.

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

242

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 54,500 /yr

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Employed

61%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG17 5DB 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.

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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
workEmployment
8/10
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5/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SG17 5DB spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

SG17 5DB is a safe, established residential area on South Bridge Street, 0.0km from Shefford in Shefford. Administratively it sits within Shefford ward and the Mid Bedfordshire constituency.

This is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k.

Census 2021 statistics for SG17 5DB are sourced from Output Area E00088067 (shared with 65 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 5DB. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.0%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed5.3%

Economic Activity

61%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 265,000

1 sales · Mean £ 265,000

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

SG17 5DB has low crime rates — 41 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.

Shoplifting74
Violence and sexual offences44
Anti-social behaviour33
Criminal damage and arson17
Vehicle crime15

school Local Schools

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Robert Bloomfield Academy

Outstanding985 pupils0.6 km
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Shefford Lower School

Good509 pupils0.8 km
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Samuel Whitbread Academy

Good1650 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.3 km
  • Kirkby's Gym Ltd0.2 km
  • Rogers Bakery0.1 km
  • Lloyds Chemists plc0.1 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Bridge0.2 km
  • The White Hart0.0 km
  • The Brewery Tap0.1 km
  • The Cornerstone0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Dalchini Spice0.1 km
  • Jakes American Diner0.0 km
  • Rose Buds @ Duck Lane0.1 km
  • The Sub Station0.0 km
  • Gokce Restaurant0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.2 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • New Rays0.1 km
  • Shefford Kebab House0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.1 km
  • Hong Kong House0.7 km
  • Lemon Plaice0.3 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey4.8 km
  • Biggleswade7.2 km
  • Letchworth Garden City9.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Northbridge Street0.1 km
  • Northbridge Street0.1 km
  • High Street0.1 km
  • Ivel Road0.1 km
  • High Street0.2 km