Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

PAYNES CLOSE, SG6 1AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PAYNES CLOSE, SG6 1AT.

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Population

434

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 41,500 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG6 1AT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG6 1AT combines high owner-occupation (75%), strong property values (£647k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £647k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 3.9% year-on-year.

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

SG6 1AT is a sought-after residential area on Paynes Close, 0.6km from Norton in Letchworth. Administratively it sits within Letchworth Grange ward and the North East Hertfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG6, SG6 1AT offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 75% 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £647k, up 3.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SG6 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00120046 (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 SG6 1AT. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.4%
Asian / British Asian6.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed5.7%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Detached

£ 647,500

2 sales · Mean £ 647,500

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

SG6 1AT has low crime rates — 25 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 offences36
Anti-social behaviour25
Shoplifting12
Other theft7
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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The Grange Academy

Good204 pupils0.5 km
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Northfields Infants and Nursery School

Good169 pupils0.5 km
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Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School

Good226 pupils0.7 km
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Stonehill School

Good234 pupils0.9 km
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Hillshott Infant School and Nursery

Good204 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Lek's Thai & Asain Food0.7 km
  • Sweet Stall0.9 km
  • Southfields Superstore0.4 km
  • Euro Garages Ltd0.9 km
  • Grange Wine Store0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Sri Guru Singh Sabha0.9 km
  • Letchworth Outdoor Swimming Pool0.9 km
  • St Georges Church0.5 km
  • Bickerdikes Garden Centre0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Grange Community Centre0.4 km
  • The Three Horseshoes0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Kims0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Letchworth Garden City1.5 km
  • Baldock2.2 km
  • Arlesey4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Farm Close0.1 km
  • Whitehicks0.2 km
  • Linden Green0.3 km
  • Linden Green0.3 km
  • Cashio Lane0.4 km