Fairfield Close is in Hatfield and in Welwyn Hatfield district. AL10 0TR is located in the Hatfield Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Welwyn Hatfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairfield Close, Hatfield, AL10 0TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: AL9 5LP, AL10 0TX, AL10 0TT, AL10 0TS, AL10 0TP, AL9 5JT, AL10 0TU, AL10 0QB, AL9 5JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around AL10 0TR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.7% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.3% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.4% | 38.5% | 1.1% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 37.5% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 4.2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 11.7% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 8% | 8.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.7% | 47% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 36.2% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 12.6% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.4% | 23% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 9.2% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 8.5% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.6% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 13.5% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.1% | 38.7% | 7.6% | 33.8% | 4.9% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 7.6% | 4.8% | -2.8% | 3.1% | 1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 5.9% | 6.8% | 0.9% | 2.5% | 4.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 75% | 75.3% | 0.3% | 81.4% | -6.1% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 69.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 69.6% | -9.2% | 83.2% | -13.6% |
| European Union | 7.1% | 15.2% | 8.1% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 5.6% | 5.4% | -0.2% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.4% | 6.9% | -0.5% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.1% | 70.6% | -6.5% | 83.2% | -12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 5.6% | 15.5% | 9.9% | 9.8% | 5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.9% | 5.2% | -0.7% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 7% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 4.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 1.8% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 5.7% | 0.9% | 4.8% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Hindu | 5.7% | 1.7% | 4.0% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairfield Close was 75.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.7% lower than the Hatfield Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fairfield Close has the 16th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Hatfield Central and the 162nd highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Welwyn Hatfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 138.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 25 Fairfield Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2023-10-19 | £170,202 |
| 15 Fairfield Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2021-06-03 | £397,393 |
| 9 Fairfield Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2011-09-30 | £374,206 |
| 7 Fairfield Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2009-12-10 | £353,851 |
| 10 Fairfield Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2006-09-05 | £109,344 |
AL10 0TR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 143 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Nursery School Birchway , Crawford Road AL10 0PD | 4out of 4 | 633 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludwick Nursery School Holwell Road , AL7 3RP | 4out of 4 | 3,240 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ryde School Pleasant Rise , AL9 5DR | 3out of 4 | 521 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Avenue Primary School Birchwood Avenue , AL10 0PS | 3out of 4 | 570 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Countess Anne Church of England School School Lane , AL10 8AX | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lanes Primary School Green Lanes , AL10 9JY | 3out of 4 | 1,272 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatfield Community Free School Briars Lane , AL10 8ES | 4out of 4 | 1,697 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onslow St Audreys School Old Rectory Drive , AL10 8AB | 2out of 4 | 1,393 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School Woods Avenue , AL10 8NL | 4out of 4 | 1,649 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Stanborough School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YR | 2out of 4 | 2,274 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Academy Herns Lane , AL7 2AF | 2out of 4 | 4,767 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southfield School Woods Avenue , AL10 8NN | 3out of 4 | 1,708 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YN | 4out of 4 | 2,480 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Links Hatfield Academy Travellers Lane , AL10 8TJ | - not rated | 2,699 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Hertfordshire Hatfield Campus , College Lane AL10 9AB | - not rated | 2,871 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Zone | Birchwood Leisure Centre, Longmead | 395 yd | |
| Harris and Hoole | Tesco, Great North Road | 671 yd | |
| Simply Fresh | Hatfield Railway Station, 79 Great North Road | 891 yd | |
| Amber Tea Room | 25 Park Street, Hatfield | 998 yd | |
| Sustain Coffee | 4 Salisbury Square, Hatfield | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wrestlers | 89 Great North Road, Hatfield | 36 yd | |
| The Hopfields | Homestead Road, Hatfield | 555 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 88 Great North Road, Hatfield | 576 yd | |
| Hatfield Social Club | 76 Great North Road, Hatfield | 840 yd | |
| The Horse & Groom | 21 Park Street, Hatfield | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco, Great North Road | 671 yd | |
| Hatfield Best Kebab | 36 Town Centre, Hatfield | 1,064 yd | |
| New Dynasty / Noodle King | 27 Salisbury Square, Hatfield | 1,067 yd | |
| TGF Pizza | 15A Town Centre, Hatfield | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 39 Homestead Road, Hatfield | 551 yd | |
| Tesco | Great North Road, Hatfield | 671 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Leisure Centre LONGMEAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 497 yd |
| Pump Gyms (Hatfield) UNIT 1 UNIT 1 BEACONSFIELD CLOSE | health and fitness suite | 567 yd |
| Birchwood Avenue Primary School BIRCHWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Countess Anne School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 741 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.