Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

BIRCH ROAD, SG18 0BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCH ROAD, SG18 0BW.

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Population

308

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 48,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG18 0BW 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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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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1/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SG18 0BW — age 40, 80% ownership, 5% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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

SG18 0BW is a safe, established residential area on Birch Road, 0.5km from Biggleswade in Central Bedfordshire. Administratively it sits within Biggleswade North ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £291k.

Census 2021 statistics for SG18 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00087816 (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 SG18 0BW. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.1%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 265,000

3 sales · Mean £ 271,666

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

SG18 0BW has low crime rates — 43 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 offences87
Anti-social behaviour49
Criminal damage and arson22
Shoplifting22
Public order18

school Local Schools

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St Andrew's CofE VC Lower School

Good774 pupils0.3 km
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Lawnside Academy

Requires Improvement204 pupils0.5 km
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Ivel Valley School & College

Good224 pupils0.9 km
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Edward Peake CofE VC Middle School

Requires Improvement570 pupils1.0 km
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Stratton Upper School

Requires Improvement845 pupils1.0 km
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Biggleswade Academy

Good1173 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Savers Health & Beauty Ltd0.6 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
  • City Point0.5 km
  • Lilbea Group Limited0.6 km
  • NNP Stores0.8 km
  • + 12 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Biggleswade United Working Mens Club0.5 km
  • The Manor0.5 km
  • The Rose Inn0.5 km
  • Biggleswade & District Conservative Club0.6 km
  • Biggleswade Town Cricket Club0.4 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Biggles Lounge0.4 km
  • Dee Dee's Vegan Cafe0.6 km
  • Indian Monsoon0.5 km
  • Subway0.6 km
  • Cafe Eight0.6 km
  • + 16 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Blaze0.7 km
  • Greggs0.6 km
  • Jumbo Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Pizza King0.7 km
  • Sheff's Fish & Chips0.2 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Stratton Cottage0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Biggleswade0.8 km
  • Sandy3.9 km
  • Arlesey7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Birch Road0.0 km
  • Birch Road0.0 km
  • Birch Road0.0 km
  • Warren Close0.1 km
  • Warren Close0.2 km