Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

SKYLARK PLACE, SG8 7XN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SKYLARK PLACE, SG8 7XN.

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Population

318

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 57,100 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG8 7XN 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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8/10
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10/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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7/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

SG8 7XN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £523k, 91% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. 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

SG8 7XN is a sought-after residential area on Skylark Place in Royston (North Hertfordshire). Administratively it sits within Royston Meridian ward and the North East Hertfordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, SG8 7XN is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 91% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £523k. 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 SG8 7XN are sourced from Output Area E00169671 (shared with 5 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 SG8 7XN. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.3%
Asian / British Asian6.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 523,000

1 sales · Mean £ 523,000

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

SG8 7XN has low crime rates — 17 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 offences24
Anti-social behaviour12
Vehicle crime7
Burglary4
Drugs3

school Local Schools

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King James Academy Royston

Good976 pupils0.4 km
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Icknield Walk First School

Outstanding345 pupils0.8 km
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Roman Way Academy

Inadequate177 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School

Outstanding234 pupils1.0 km
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Studlands Rise First School

Good168 pupils1.3 km
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Tannery Drift School

Good311 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
  • Icknield Stores0.8 km
  • Camvend0.6 km
  • Costcutter0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Royston Town F.C.0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Georges Fish and Chips0.8 km
  • Gold Sun0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Royston BMX Racing Club0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Magnolia House B&B0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Royston1.1 km
  • Meldreth3.9 km
  • Shepreth6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Fieldfare Way0.2 km
  • Roundabout0.2 km
  • Fieldfare Way0.2 km
  • Roundabout0.2 km
  • Green Street0.3 km