Is SG4 7QZ a safe place to live?

Yes, SG4 7QZ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 21 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SG4 7QZ?

The average property price in SG4 7QZ is currently around £674k.

What is the population of SG4 7QZ?

The population for the SG4 7QZ area is approximately 345 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

WATERDELL LANE, SG4 7QZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERDELL LANE, SG4 7QZ.

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

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Population

345

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,300 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG4 7QZ 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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4/10

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6/10

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1/10

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5/10

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4/10

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6/10

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3/10

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3/10

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2/10

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Area Character

SG4 7QZ has a significant social housing presence — 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 43.5% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SG4 7QZ is a safe, established residential area on Waterdell Lane, 0.4km from Gosmore in Gosmore. Administratively it sits within Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo ward and the Hitchin and Harpenden constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SG4 7QZ is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £674k, up 43.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SG4 7QZ are sourced from Output Area E00119971 (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 SG4 7QZ. The average age is 40.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.3%

Asian / British Asian7.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 515,000

4 sales · Mean £ 498,000

Detached

£ 840,000

3 sales · Mean £ 783,333

Terraced

£ 420,000

5 sales · Mean £ 400,200

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

SG4 7QZ has low crime rates — 21 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 offences7

Anti-social behaviour5

Vehicle crime4

Drugs3

Other theft2

school Local Schools

St Ippolyts Church of England Aided Primary School

Good176 pupils0.9 km

Whitehill Junior School

Good241 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

St Ippolyts Stores0.3 km
M&Co Trading Limited0.3 km
Maydencroft Manor Native Breeds Farm1.0 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Bird in Hand0.3 km
The Bull0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hitchin2.8 km
Stevenage5.5 km
Letchworth Garden City6.4 km

Bus Stops

Bird in Hand PH0.3 km
Bird in Hand PH0.3 km
London Road Crossroads0.4 km
London Road Crossroads0.4 km