Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

ORCHARD WAY, SG4 8NT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD WAY, SG4 8NT.

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Population

345

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 52,300 /yr

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Employed

45%

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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7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

SG4 8NT is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £370k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

SG4 8NT is a safe, established residential area on Orchard Way, 0.2km from Breachwood Green in Breachwood Green. Administratively it sits within Hitchwood, Offa and Hoo ward and the Hitchin and Harpenden constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k.

Census 2021 statistics for SG4 8NT are sourced from Output Area E00119978 (shared with 9 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 8NT. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 315,000

7 sales · Mean £ 328,642

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

SG4 8NT has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences8
Vehicle crime3
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Breachwood Green Junior Mixed and Infant School

Good81 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Baileys Farm Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Red Lion0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Luton Airport Parkway4.9 km
  • Luton Airport6.0 km
  • Luton6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Lower Road0.1 km
  • Chapel Road0.2 km
  • Oxford Road0.2 km