Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

SG5 2UR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SG5 2UR.

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Population

306

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 55,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG5 2UR 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.

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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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7/10
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6/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SG5 2UR's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SG5 2UR is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Bearton Green in Hitchin. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Hitchin Bearton ward and the Hitchin and Harpenden constituency.

The people who live in SG5 2UR are typical of a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 SG5 2UR are sourced from Output Area E00119869 (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 SG5 2UR. 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 / British89.3%
Asian / British Asian5.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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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)

SG5 2UR has low crime rates — 26 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 offences41
Anti-social behaviour27
Criminal damage and arson6
Drugs5
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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The Priory School

Good1273 pupils0.0 km
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Strathmore Infant and Nursery School

Good208 pupils0.4 km
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Our Lady Catholic Primary School

Good155 pupils0.4 km
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York Road Nursery School

Outstanding120 pupils0.8 km
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Oughton Primary and Nursery School

Good237 pupils0.9 km
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Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy

Good253 pupils1.0 km
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Ickleford Primary School

Good209 pupils1.2 km
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Hitchin Boys' School

Outstanding1286 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Days of Ashwell Ltd0.7 km
  • Tudor Wines0.8 km
  • Ickleford Stores0.8 km
  • K Jones Butchers Ltd0.7 km
  • Parmars Food & Wine Store0.7 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Old George0.9 km
  • The Plume of Feathers1.0 km
  • Angels0.6 km
  • Hitchin Rugby Club0.4 km
  • Hitchin Town Football Club Limited1.0 km
local_grocery_store

Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Redhill News0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Burgerians1.0 km
  • Chinese Food Centre0.7 km
  • What The Cluck?!1.0 km
  • Akash Tandoori0.7 km
  • Atlantic Bay Fish and Chips0.7 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Firs Hotel0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Peckers0.7 km
  • The Canary Kitchen1.0 km
  • Westmill Community Association0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hitchin1.8 km
  • Letchworth Garden City4.2 km
  • Arlesey7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • The Priory School0.1 km
  • The Priory School0.2 km
  • Burford Way0.2 km
  • Burford Way0.3 km
  • Wellingham Avenue0.3 km