Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

PIRTON ROAD, SG5 3SS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PIRTON ROAD, SG5 3SS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

424

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 52,300 /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 3SS 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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9/10
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7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 36% of tenure in SG5 3SS — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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

SG5 3SS is a safe, established residential area on Pirton Road in Holwell (North Hertfordshire). Administratively it sits within Cadwell ward and the Hitchin and Harpenden constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SG5 3SS is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £787k.

Census 2021 statistics for SG5 3SS are sourced from Output Area E00119825 (shared with 16 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 3SS. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.4%
Asian / British Asian2.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed6.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 825,000

7 sales · Mean £ 839,285

Semi-Detached

£ 765,000

1 sales · Mean £ 765,000

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

SG5 3SS has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Holwell Bowls Club0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hitchin4.5 km
  • Letchworth Garden City5.2 km
  • Arlesey5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Rectory0.1 km
  • Rectory0.1 km
  • Lordship Farm0.2 km
  • Lordship Farm0.2 km
  • St Peter's Church0.3 km