SG2 9QX is a safe, established residential area on Shephall Way, 0.6km from Shephall in Stevenage. Administratively it sits within Shephall ward and the Stevenage constituency.
For families considering a move, SG2 9QX represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SG2 9QX are sourced from Output Area E00120825 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHEPHALL WAY, SG2 9QX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHEPHALL WAY, SG2 9QX.
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42
£ 46,400 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SG2 9QX spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SG2 9QX. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SG2 9QX has low crime rates — 45 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
Barnwell School
Greenside School
Featherstone Wood Primary School
Longmeadow Primary School
Peartree Spring Primary School
Shephalbury Park Primary School
Peartree Way Nursery School
Ashtree Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op1.0 km
- Co-op Store0.4 km
- Sainsbury's Plc1.0 km
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Dessert Hub Stevenage0.4 km
- S L Anderson Chemists Ltd0.4 km
- Stop & Shop0.9 km
- The Hyde Offy0.4 km
- Greenside Studio0.4 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Bengal Lounge0.4 km
- Lace Lounge Restaurant0.4 km
- Hyde Cafe Ltd0.5 km
- Willows Cafe1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Farm House Pizza0.4 km
- Poplars Fish Bar1.0 km
- Sea Breeze Fish And Chips0.9 km
- Big Chef0.9 km
- Moonlight Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Old Red Lion0.6 km
- Shephall Tavern0.4 km
- The Coopers Inn1.0 km
- The Pied Piper0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Knebworth2.8 km
- Stevenage2.8 km
- Watton-At-Stone4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Oakwood Close0.0 km
- Oakwood Close0.0 km
- Gonville Crescent0.3 km
- The Hyde Centre0.4 km
- The Hyde Centre0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SG29QX · Data under Open Government Licence