Barlow Close is in Hatfield and in Welwyn Hatfield district. AL10 9GZ is located in the Hatfield Villages electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Welwyn Hatfield. This postcode has been in use since 2007-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barlow Close, Hatfield, AL10 9GZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: AL10 9GL, AL10 9GQ, AL10 9PR, AL10 9GP, AL10 9JZ, AL10 9GH, AL10 9PL, AL10 9GD, AL10 9GF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding AL10 9GZ is primarily male, with 57.6% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 42.4% | -7.6% | 51.0% | -8.6% |
| Male | 50% | 57.6% | 7.6% | 49.0% | 8.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around AL10 9GZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 71.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 77.6% | 71.1% | -6.5% | 37.9% | 33.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.8% | 21% | 3.2% | 44.2% | -23.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 64.3% | 62.9% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 14.5% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 30.2% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 3.4% | 5.5% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -7.2% |
| Bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
In the area around AL10 9GZ this area, 6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.9% | 6% | 1.1% | 18.2% | -12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.2% | 7.1% | -0.1% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.2% | 9.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 35.2% | 32.4% | -2.8% | 16.9% | 15.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.2% | 38.7% | 4.5% | 33.8% | 4.9% |
| Other | 9.2% | 1.9% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 57.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 5.7% | 1.9% | -3.8% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 14.3% | 6.7% | -7.6% | 3.1% | 3.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 4% | 3.6% | -0.4% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 14.3% | 17.5% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 15.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 1.7% | 0.2% | -1.5% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 45.4% | 57.6% | 12.2% | 81.4% | -23.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, just 48.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.3% | 48.8% | -11.5% | 83.2% | -34.4% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 18.6% | 13.2% | 6.1% | 12.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 9.5% | 7.8% | 0.8% | 8.7% |
| Africa | 12.9% | 12.1% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 9.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 16.9% | 9% | -7.9% | 5.6% | 3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 48.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 15% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 60% | 48.8% | -11.2% | 83.2% | -34.4% |
| 10+ Years | 16.9% | 15% | -1.9% | 9.8% | 5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.9% | 8.6% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.7% | 10% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 7.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.6% | 17.6% | 9.0% | 1.9% | 15.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.4% | 76.7% | -15.3% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 7.6% | 0.9% | 6.7% |
| Other EU countries | 13.1% | 1.5% | 11.6% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 4.3% | 0.3% | 4.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 1.9% | 13.5% | -11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Hindu | 6.9% | 1.7% | 5.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barlow Close was 120.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.1% lower than the Hatfield Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barlow Close has the 29th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Hatfield Central and the 86th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Welwyn Hatfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Barlow Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2020-09-21 | £625,806 |
| 8 Barlow Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2017-06-02 | £663,745 |
| 3 Barlow Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2016-03-31 | £700,903 |
| 2 Barlow Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2010-06-28 | £875,451 |
| 3 Barlow Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £494,950 | 2007-12-20 | £880,920 |
AL10 9GZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in AL10 9GZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 143 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 89 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 57 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Nursery School Birchway , Crawford Road AL10 0PD | 4out of 4 | 1,960 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludwick Nursery School Holwell Road , AL7 3RP | 4out of 4 | 5,271 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howe Dell Primary School The Runway , AL10 9AH | 4out of 4 | 430 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lanes Primary School Green Lanes , AL10 9JY | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Avenue Primary School Birchwood Avenue , AL10 0PS | 3out of 4 | 1,984 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatfield Community Free School Briars Lane , AL10 8ES | 4out of 4 | 2,065 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Howard Catholic Primary School Woods Avenue , AL10 8NN | 3out of 4 | 2,392 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School Woods Avenue , AL10 8NL | 4out of 4 | 2,248 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Onslow St Audreys School Old Rectory Drive , AL10 8AB | 2out of 4 | 2,564 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanborough School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YR | 2out of 4 | 3,626 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School Colney Heath Lane , AL4 0TT | 3out of 4 | 3,741 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont School Austen Way , AL4 0XB | 4out of 4 | 3,886 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands College Oaklands Campus , Hatfield Road AL4 0JA | - not rated | 3,155 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Hertfordshire Hatfield Campus , College Lane AL10 9AB | - not rated | 2,011 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfield School Woods Avenue , AL10 8NN | 3out of 4 | 2,349 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Links Hatfield Academy Travellers Lane , AL10 8TJ | - not rated | 2,957 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YN | 4out of 4 | 3,603 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Links Academy 1 Hixberry Lane , AL4 0TZ | 3out of 4 | 3,917 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Canteen | Booker Cash And Carry, Hatfield Business Park | 315 yd | |
| Servest | Ocado Operating Ltd, Gypsy Moth Avenue | 520 yd | |
| David Lloyd Hatfield | The Listed Hangar, Mosquito Way | 578 yd | |
| Affinity Water Staff Bistro | The Hub, Tamblin Way | 597 yd | |
| Radish @ Eisai | Eisai Europe Limited, European Knowledge Centre | 754 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wetherspoon | Harpsfield Hall, 13A Parkhouse Court | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| EatLunch | Titan Court, 3 Bishops Square | 854 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Parkhouse Court, Hatfield | 858 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 3a Parkhouse Court, Hatfield | 858 yd | |
| Krave Hot Wings & Peri Peri | 8 Harpsfield Broadway, Hatfield | 994 yd | |
| New East | 10 Harpsfield Broadway, Hatfield | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocado Operating Ltd | Gypsy Moth Avenue, Hatfield | 520 yd | |
| Aldi | 11 Parkhouse Court, Hatfield | 858 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd Club (Hatfield) THE LISTED HANGAR THE LISTED HANGAR MOSQUITO WAY | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 584 yd |
| Hertfordshire Sports Village DE HAVILLAND CAMPUS DE HAVILLAND CAMPUS MOSQUITO WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 828 yd |
| De Havilland Grange CORNFLOWER WAY | grass pitches | 968 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 375.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 49.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.