Postcode Analysis North Hertfordshire, East of England

PIPIT CLOSE, SG8 7XY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PIPIT CLOSE, SG8 7XY.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 57,100 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG8 7XY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SG8 7XY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £327k, 76% 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. Property prices are trending up 2.3% year-on-year.

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

SG8 7XY is a sought-after residential area on Pipit Close, 1.4km from Burloes Plantation in Royston (North Hertfordshire). Administratively it sits within Royston Meridian ward and the North East Hertfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG8, SG8 7XY offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £327k, up 2.3% 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 SG8 7XY are sourced from Output Area E00169669 (shared with 4 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 7XY. The average age is 36.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 303,500

18 sales · Mean £ 311,861

Semi-Detached

£ 285,000

1 sales · Mean £ 285,000

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

SG8 7XY has low crime rates — 14 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 offences18
Anti-social behaviour9
Vehicle crime6
Burglary5
Public order2

school Local Schools

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King James Academy Royston

Good976 pupils0.3 km
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Icknield Walk First School

Outstanding345 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School

Outstanding234 pupils0.9 km
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Roman Way Academy

Inadequate177 pupils0.9 km
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Studlands Rise First School

Good168 pupils1.2 km
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Tannery Drift School

Good311 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • Icknield Stores0.6 km
  • Camvend0.7 km
  • Costcutter0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Royston Royal British Legion1.0 km
  • Royston Town F.C.0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Georges Fish and Chips0.6 km
  • Gold Sun0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Royston BMX Racing Club0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Magnolia House B&B0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Royston1.1 km
  • Meldreth4.0 km
  • Shepreth7.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Fieldfare Way0.3 km
  • Meridian and Greneway Schools0.3 km
  • Fieldfare Way0.3 km
  • Green Street0.4 km
  • Green Street0.4 km