Snatchup is in Redbourn, St. Albans and in St Albans district. AL3 7HD is located in the Redbourn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hitchin and Harpenden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Snatchup, Redbourn, St. Albans, AL3 7HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: AL3 7HS, AL3 7BX, AL3 7HB, AL3 7HE, AL3 7DT, AL3 7DA, AL3 7BZ, AL3 7HT, AL3 7HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around AL3 7HD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.7% | 51.4% | -5.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 43.3% | 48.6% | 5.3% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of AL3 7HD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.4% | 26.4% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 57.4% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 13.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 6.2% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 7.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 50.2% | 56.2% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 7.8% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 23.7% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -9.9% |
| Fair health | 14% | 14.5% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 27.4% | 21% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 7% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 14.4% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 11.1% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.2% | 38.3% | 12.1% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| White | 98.4% | 90% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 8.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 90.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 4.1% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 90.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.8% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.6% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Snatchup was 36.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.7% higher than the Harpenden North & Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Snatchup has the 4th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Harpenden North & Rural and the 179th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in St Albans .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Snatchup, St Albans, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2024-11-07 | £644,933 |
| 33 Snatchup, St Albans, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2023-03-30 | £615,604 |
| 21 Snatchup, St Albans, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2021-06-25 | £629,181 |
| 11 Snatchup, St Albans, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2018-10-24 | £725,223 |
| 9 Snatchup, St Albans, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2017-04-19 | £639,647 |
AL3 7HD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbourn Primary School Long Cutt , Redbourn AL3 7EX | 4out of 4 | 222 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Flamstead Village School Trowley Hill Road , Flamstead AL3 8DL | 3out of 4 | 3,255 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockswood Primary School Shenley Road , Woodhall Farm HP2 7QH | 4out of 4 | 3,405 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundwood Primary School Roundwood Park , AL5 3AD | 4out of 4 | 3,475 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood End School Yeomans Avenue , AL5 3EF | 4out of 4 | 3,733 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roundwood Park School Roundwood Park , AL5 3AE | 4out of 4 | 3,437 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Astley Cooper School St Agnell's Lane , HP2 7HL | 3out of 4 | 4,365 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School Sun Lane , AL5 4TD | 4out of 4 | 4,688 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Lawes School Manland Way , AL5 4QP | 4out of 4 | 5,183 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's School Crouch Hall Lane , Redbourn AL3 7ET | 2out of 4 | 575 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hilda's School 28 Douglas Road , AL5 2ES | - not rated | 3,824 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Haywood Grove School St Agnell's Lane , HP2 7BG | 3out of 4 | 4,582 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Elmfield , Ambrose Lane AL5 4DU | - not rated | 4,708 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbourn Park Independent School Grovehill Youth Centre , Stevenage Rise HP2 6BH | - not rated | 5,032 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zykaa | 54 High Street, Redbourn | 467 yd | |
| The Queen of Herts | 71 High Street, Redbourn | 486 yd | |
| The Hub | 22 High Street, Redbourn | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cricketers of Redbourn | The Cricketers Ph, East Common | 423 yd | |
| The Hollybush PH | Church End, Redbourn | 757 yd | |
| Chequers Inn | St Albans Road, Redbourn | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Cottage Fish & Chips | 50 High Street, Redbourn | 466 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redbourn Primary School LONG CUTT | grass pitches | 255 yd |
| Redbourn Cricket Club THE COMMON | grass pitches | 360 yd |
| St Lukes School CROUCH HALL LANE | grass pitches | 647 yd |
| Redbourn Leisure Centre Dunstable Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 820 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.