Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

COMMON VIEW, SG6 1DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMMON VIEW, SG6 1DF.

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Population

341

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 48,200 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

SG6 1DF has a significant social housing presence — 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

SG6 1DF is a safe, established residential area on Common View, 0.6km from Norton in Letchworth. Administratively it sits within Letchworth East ward and the North East Hertfordshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SG6 1DF is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SG6 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00120021 (shared with 6 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 1DF. The average age is 33.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.1%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed7.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

SG6 1DF has low crime rates — 37 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 offences75
Anti-social behaviour30
Criminal damage and arson16
Drugs6
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School

Good226 pupils0.5 km
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The Grange Academy

Good204 pupils1.0 km
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Northfields Infants and Nursery School

Good169 pupils1.1 km
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Hillshott Infant School and Nursery

Good204 pupils1.3 km
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Stonehill School

Good234 pupils1.5 km
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The Knights Templar School

Good1461 pupils1.6 km
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Brandles School

Inadequate61 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Fairhaven Wholefoods Ltd0.9 km
  • Lek's Thai & Asain Food0.3 km
  • Sweet Stall0.9 km
  • Grange Wine Store1.0 km
  • Norton Post Office Store0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Jubilee Social1.0 km
  • Sri Guru Singh Sabha0.7 km
  • The Salvation Army1.0 km
  • Bickerdikes Garden Centre0.8 km
  • Connect Catering @ Altro Ltd0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Thai Food Direct0.9 km
  • Lidl UK Gmbh0.9 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Three Horseshoes0.5 km
  • The Grange Community Centre0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Kims0.9 km
  • CrossFit Beowulf0.8 km
  • Khoi Khoi FC0.8 km
  • SUSHI GOURMET1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Letchworth Garden City1.4 km
  • Baldock1.8 km
  • Hitchin5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Kristiansand Way0.2 km
  • Kristiansand Way0.3 km
  • Cashio Lane0.3 km
  • Cashio Lane0.3 km
  • Norton Road0.3 km