Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

WILLOUGHBY WAY, SG4 9LQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLOUGHBY WAY, SG4 9LQ.

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Population

345

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 61,700 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG4 9LQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SG4 9LQ's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £596k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £596k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 3.8% year-on-year.

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

SG4 9LQ is a sought-after residential area on Willoughby Way, 0.5km from Hitchin in Hitchin. Administratively it sits within Hitchin Highbury ward and the Hitchin and Harpenden constituency.

For serious buyers, SG4 9LQ is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £596k, up 3.8% 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 9LQ are sourced from Output Area E00119909 (shared with 23 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 9LQ. 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

White / British90.4%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 585,000

5 sales · Mean £ 551,000

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

SG4 9LQ has low crime rates — 13 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 offences26
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson6
Vehicle crime6
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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Whitehill Junior School

Good241 pupils0.3 km
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William Ransom Primary School

Outstanding402 pupils0.5 km
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Hitchin Girls' School

Outstanding1322 pupils0.5 km
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Highbury Infant School and Nursery

Good214 pupils0.6 km
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St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin

Outstanding248 pupils0.7 km
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Mary Exton Primary School

Good174 pupils0.9 km
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Hitchin Boys' School

Outstanding1286 pupils1.3 km
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Purwell Primary School

Requires Improvement180 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Food Rescue Hub CIC0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • Nisa0.8 km
  • Ninesprings Local0.4 km
  • Meja Mija Self Service Store0.7 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • The Three Moorhens0.9 km
  • Queen Mother Theatre0.9 km
  • The Orange Tree0.7 km
  • BB's Bar1.0 km
  • Beer Shop0.9 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • The British Schools Museum0.8 km
  • Hitchin Cafe0.9 km
  • The Pear Tree play Cafe0.9 km
  • Bridge Street Bistro1.0 km
  • Station Shop1.0 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • BP Oakfields0.6 km
  • Indian Hitchin0.4 km
  • Oriental Express0.4 km
  • Murphy's Fish & Chips Ltd0.9 km
  • The Town Fryer0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Benslow Music Trust0.6 km
  • Premier Inn0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Asda Supermarket0.8 km
  • Tesco0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hitchin0.9 km
  • Letchworth Garden City4.6 km
  • Stevenage6.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Manor Crescent0.2 km
  • Maytrees0.3 km
  • Maytrees0.3 km
  • Manton Road0.3 km
  • Passingham Avenue0.3 km