Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

ELDER AVENUE, SG5 4ST House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELDER AVENUE, SG5 4ST.

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Population

488

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 55,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG5 4ST 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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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SG5 4ST's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £376k 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 7.3% year-on-year.

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

SG5 4ST is a sought-after residential area on Elder Avenue, 0.4km from Stotfold Green in Stotfold. Administratively it sits within Stotfold and Langford ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG5, SG5 4ST offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £376k, up 7.3% 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 SG5 4ST are sourced from Output Area E00088097 (shared with 12 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 4ST. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.1%
Asian / British Asian4.1%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 385,000

16 sales · Mean £ 384,656

Detached

£ 454,651

14 sales · Mean £ 471,731

Flat

£ 259,375

8 sales · Mean £ 263,750

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

SG5 4ST has low crime rates — 35 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 offences25
Anti-social behaviour19
Public order5
Vehicle crime4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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St Mary's CofE Academy Stotfold

Good281 pupils0.8 km
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Pix Brook Academy

407 pupils1.1 km
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Roecroft Lower School

Requires Improvement392 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Day 1 Local Express0.9 km
  • Liams Traditional Butchers0.8 km
  • One Stop0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Redwings Lodge Motel0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Costa Coffee Drive Thru0.8 km
  • Randalls Tea Room1.0 km
  • Cotey's Restaurant0.9 km
  • Astwick Service Station0.8 km
  • Applegreen Service Station0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Subway0.8 km
  • Charles & Co Ltd0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Stotfold Conservative Club0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arlesey3.0 km
  • Baldock4.2 km
  • Letchworth Garden City4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Taylors Road0.3 km
  • Taylors Road0.3 km
  • Regent Court0.3 km
  • Regent Court0.3 km
  • The Green0.4 km