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Eastmoor Park is in Harpenden and in St Albans district. AL5 1BS is located in the Harpenden South 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 Eastmoor Park, Harpenden, AL5 1BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: AL5 1BP, AL5 1BN, AL5 1DG, AL5 1BW, AL5 1AS, AL5 1DF, AL5 1RE, AL5 1RN, AL5 1EG.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding AL5 1BS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% of residents 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female51%47.4%-3.6% 51.0% -3.6%
Male49%52.6%3.6% 49.0% 3.6%

Partnership Status

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 AL5 1BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.8% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single20%18.4%-1.6% 37.9% -19.5%
Married: Opposite sex64.3%65.8%1.5% 44.2% 21.6%
Separated2.7%1.3%-1.4% 2.2% -0.9%
Divorced5.1%8.1%3.0% 9.1% -1.0%
Widowed7.8%6.4%-1.4% 6.1% 0.3%

Health

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 (88.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health51%55.1%4.1% 48.4% 6.7%
Good health37%33.8%-3.2% 33.6% 0.2%
Fair health11%7.3%-3.7% 12.7% -5.4%
Bad health0.7%3.5%2.8% 4.0% -0.5%
Very bad health0.3%0.3%0.0% 1.2% -0.9%

Education and Qualifications

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 AL5 1BS this area, 3.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 61.7%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications7.5%3.8%-3.7% 18.2% -14.4%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 7.1%6.4%-0.7% 9.6% -3.2%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels17.3%8.9%-8.4% 13.4% -4.5%
Apprenticeship1.2%2.6%1.4% 5.3% -2.7%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels11.8%13.2%1.4% 16.9% -3.7%
Degree or Similar52.9%61.7%8.8% 33.8% 27.9%
Other2.4%3.4%1.0% 2.8% 0.6%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi1.3%0%-1.3% 1.1% -1.1%
Chinese0.7%0%-0.7% 0.7% -0.7%
Indian0.3%2.8%2.5% 3.1% -0.3%
Other Asian0.3%0%-0.3% 1.6% -1.6%
Black African0%0.4%0.4% 2.5% -2.1%
Mixed White and Asian0.3%1.8%1.5% 0.8% 1.0%
Mixed White and Caribbean0%0.4%0.4% 0.9% -0.5%
Mixed Other2.3%0%-2.3% 0.8% -0.8%
White94.3%92.3%-2.0% 81.4% 10.9%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller0%0.4%0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
Arab0%1.8%1.8% 0.6% 1.2%
Other0.3%0.4%0.1% 1.6% -1.2%

Country of Birth

In this area, 92.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom92.3%92.7%0.4% 83.2% 9.5%
European Union2.7%3.1%0.4% 6.1% -3.0%
Africa1%0%-1.0% 2.7% -2.7%
Middle East and Asia2.7%3.8%1.1% 5.6% -1.8%
The Americas and the Caribbean1%0%-1.0% 1.3% -1.3%
Oceania0.3%0.3%0.0% 0.3% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK91.7%92.7%1.0% 83.2% 9.5%
10+ Years0%5.9%5.9% 9.8% -3.9%
5-10 Years0.3%0%-0.3% 2.9% -2.9%
2-5 Years1%1.4%0.4% 2.2% -0.8%
Less than 2 years7%0%-7.0% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom92.7% 76.7% 16.0%
Ireland0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Germany0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Italy0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Other EU countries0.3% 1.5% -1.2%
Oceania0.3% 0.1% 0.2%
No passport held5.6% 13.5% -7.9%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion33% 37.2% -4.2%
Christian53.8% 46.2% 7.6%
Hindu1.4% 1.7% -0.3%
Jewish2.1% 0.5% 1.6%
Muslim1% 6.5% -5.5%
Not answered8.7% 6.0% 2.7%

Safety

Is Eastmoor Park Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eastmoor Park was 26.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.9% higher than the Harpenden South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.

Eastmoor Park has the 19th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Harpenden South and the 121st lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in St Albans .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.0%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£72,800
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in AL5 1BS, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Eastmoor Park are based on 119 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for St Albans.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Eastmoor Park, Harpenden, AL5 1BS

Estimated Average Property Prices for AL5 1BS

Average Price
£412,220
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£412,220
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Eastmoor Park

Average Price
£850,816
Semi-Detached
£801,217
Terraced
£680,795
Detached
£1,012,679
Flats/Maisonettes
£394,769
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Eastmoor ParkStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
2 Eastmoor Court Eastmoor Park, Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£465,0002025-02-12 £458,101
6 Eastmoor Court Eastmoor Park, Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£450,0002021-12-14 £469,811
6 Eastmoor Court Eastmoor Park, Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£310,0002020-08-28 £334,518
5 Eastmoor Court Eastmoor Park, Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£320,0002015-01-23 £390,588
3 Eastmoor Court Eastmoor Park, Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£250,0002011-11-18 £389,671
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for AL5 1BS

Employment

AL5 1BS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.

AL5 1BS 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.

The percentage of retired residents living in AL5 1BS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Retired85
Full-Time Employee69
Self-Employed31
Part-Time Employee26
Student (economically inactive)9
Looking after home or family6
Other3
Long-Term Sick or disabled3
Full-Time Student (with or without job)1
Unemployed1

Employment Industry

Professional, scientific and technical activities29
Human health and social work activities21
Education15
Financial and insurance activities12
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles12
Information and communication11
Other11
Construction8
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security7
Manufacturing7
Transport and storage5
Accommodation and food service activities5
Administrative and support service activities4
Real estate activities2

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Batford Nursery School
Holcroft Road , AL5 5BQ
4out of 4 2,866 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Grove Junior School
Dark Lane , AL5 1QB
3out of 4 841 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
The Grove Infant and Nursery School
Dark Lane , AL5 1QD
4out of 4 869 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
St Dominic Catholic Primary School
St Dominic Catholic Primary School , Southdown Road AL5 1PF
4out of 4 1,091 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
High Beeches Primary School
Aldwickbury Crescent , AL5 5SD
4out of 4 1,387 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Crabtree Infants' School
Crabtree Lane , AL5 5PU
4out of 4 1,524 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Sir John Lawes School
Manland Way , AL5 4QP
4out of 4 2,332 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St George's School
Sun Lane , AL5 4TD
4out of 4 2,372 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Katherine Warington School
Lower Luton Road , AL5 5FH
- not rated 2,837 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School
Roundwood Park School
Roundwood Park , AL5 3AE
4out of 4 2,861 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Townsend VA Church of England
High Oaks , AL3 6DR
3out of 4 3,592 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Aldwickbury School
Aldwickbury School , Wheathampstead Road AL5 1AD
- not rated 1,483 yd Other independent school No Boys More About School
St Hilda's School
28 Douglas Road , AL5 2ES
- not rated 2,417 yd Other independent school Yes Girls More About School
The King's School
Elmfield , Ambrose Lane AL5 4DU
- not rated 3,437 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
St Luke's School
Crouch Hall Lane , Redbourn AL3 7ET
2out of 4 4,394 yd Foundation special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Batchwood School
Townsend Drive , AL3 5RP
2out of 4 4,640 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Lazy BearGround Floor, 122 Southdown Road482 yd
Well Bean Cafe (The Harpenden Trust)130 Southdown Road, Harpenden512 yd
Cafe Aroma135 Southdown Road, Harpenden512 yd
Sarakh2 Grove Road, Harpenden538 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Engineer Ph12 St Johns Road, Harpenden333 yd
The Carpenters Arms Ph14 Cravells Road, Harpenden341 yd
Harpenden Common Golf ClubCravells Road, East Common420 yd
The Plough and HarrowThe Plough And Harrow Ph, 88 Southdown Road570 yd
The Queens HeadThe Skew Bridge Ph, 59 Southdown Road840 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Regent123-124 Southdown Road, Harpenden465 yd
The Burger Box Harpenden125 Southdown Road, Harpenden465 yd
Rice & Spice125 Southdown Road, Harpenden465 yd
Emilio's137 Southdown Road, Harpenden512 yd
BENTOZO131 Southdown Road, Harpenden512 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Harpenden Common Golf Club
EAST COMMON
golf420 yd
The Acre (Harpenden Rovers Fc)
EAST COMMON
grass pitches462 yd
Harpenden Cricket Club
WEST COMMON
grass pitches908 yd
Bamville Cricket Club
BAMVILLE CRICKET CLUB BAMVILLE CRICKET CLUB EAST COMMON
grass pitches1,047 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed29 Mbit/s
Average download speed28 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed42.74 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed42.74 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed6 Mbit/s
Average upload speed5.6 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed8.49 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.