SG19 2YU is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Girtford in Sandy. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Sandy ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.
The people who live in SG19 2YU are typical of an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SG19 2YU are sourced from Output Area E00088030 (shared with 183 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SG19 2YU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SG19 2YU.
282
44
£ 46,200 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SG19 2YU's 54% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SG19 2YU. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SG19 2YU has low crime rates — 37 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.
school Local Schools
St Swithun's Church of England VC Primary School
Laburnum Primary School
Robert Peel Primary School
Sandy Secondary School
Maple Tree Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Bhavin Express0.6 km
- Britannia Pharmacy0.1 km
- Britannia Pharmacy0.1 km
- Gunns Bakery0.1 km
- J S Alsford Butchers Ltd0.1 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Bell0.6 km
- The Four Horsemen0.1 km
- The Kings Arms0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- China Express0.1 km
- Chunky's0.1 km
- Express Coffee0.6 km
- Mama's Coffee Shop0.1 km
- Rasoi0.1 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative Group0.0 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Il Pecoro Ltd0.1 km
- Sandy Pizza & Kebab0.0 km
- The Chippy0.1 km
- The Golden Chef0.9 km
- The Town Fryer Ltd0.1 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sandy0.7 km
- Biggleswade5.2 km
- Arlesey11.5 km
Bus Stops
- Market Square0.1 km
- Recreation Ground0.3 km
- Recreation Ground0.3 km
- Dapifer Drive0.3 km
- Dapifer Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SG192YU · Data under Open Government Licence