Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

NEW TOWN, SG4 8UQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW TOWN, SG4 8UQ.

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Population

266

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 55,300 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG4 8UQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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3/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SG4 8UQ's low deprivation rank, 73% ownership, and £400k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 7.5% year-on-year.

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

SG4 8UQ is a sought-after residential area on New Town, 0.3km from Codicote in Codicote. Administratively it sits within Codicote ward and the Stevenage constituency.

For serious buyers, SG4 8UQ is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 73% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £400k, up 7.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SG4 8UQ are sourced from Output Area E00119836 (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 8UQ. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 310,000

13 sales · Mean £ 309,115

Semi-Detached

£ 360,000

11 sales · Mean £ 337,227

Detached

£ 1,100,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,100,000

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

SG4 8UQ has low crime rates — 19 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 offences28
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson6
Drugs2
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Codicote Church of England Primary School

Outstanding275 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Codicote Pharmacy0.1 km
  • Premier Store0.1 km
  • The Red House0.4 km
  • Days of Ashwell0.1 km
  • J Robarts & Son Ltd0.3 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Globe0.1 km
  • The Goat Inn0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Codicote Spice0.2 km
  • Izgara0.2 km
  • Shirley's Thai0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knebworth3.7 km
  • Welwyn North3.8 km
  • Welwyn5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • New Town0.1 km
  • New Town0.2 km
  • Peace Memorial Hall0.2 km
  • Peace Memorial Hall0.3 km
  • Valley Road0.4 km