Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

WILLOW RISE, SG19 1AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLOW RISE, SG19 1AY.

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Population

359

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

53%

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

No single demographic signal dominates SG19 1AY — age 42, 84% ownership, 10% 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

SG19 1AY is a safe, established residential area on Willow Rise, 1.1km from Beeston in Sandy. Administratively it sits within Sandy ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £272k.

Census 2021 statistics for SG19 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00088020 (shared with 11 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 SG19 1AY. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.6%
Asian / British Asian3.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed4.2%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 310,000

1 sales · Mean £ 310,000

Terraced

£ 233,500

2 sales · Mean £ 233,500

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

SG19 1AY has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are drugs and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Drugs13
Violence and sexual offences8
Shoplifting7
Anti-social behaviour5
Vehicle crime5

school Local Schools

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St Swithun's Church of England VC Primary School

Good215 pupils0.3 km
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Robert Peel Primary School

Good378 pupils1.0 km
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Laburnum Primary School

Good234 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Britannia Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Britannia Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Gunns Bakery0.7 km
  • J S Alsford Butchers Ltd0.6 km
  • McColls0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Bell0.1 km
  • The Four Horsemen0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • China Express0.7 km
  • Chunky's0.6 km
  • Express Coffee0.1 km
  • Mama's Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • Rasoi0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.7 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Il Pecoro Ltd0.7 km
  • Sandy Pizza & Kebab0.6 km
  • The Chippy0.7 km
  • The Town Fryer Ltd0.6 km
  • Dominos Pizza0.7 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandy0.2 km
  • Biggleswade4.6 km
  • Arlesey11.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Sandy Rail Station0.1 km
  • Sandy Rail Station0.1 km
  • Sandy Railway Station0.2 km
  • Sandy Rail Station0.2 km
  • Tesco0.2 km