The Crescent is in Welwyn and in Welwyn Hatfield district. AL6 9JG is located in the Welwyn West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Welwyn Hatfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Crescent, Welwyn, AL6 9JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: AL6 9JQ, AL6 9HY, AL6 9JN, AL6 9HZ, AL6 9JA, AL6 9HX, AL6 9FH, AL6 9JU, AL6 9LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around AL6 9JG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.6% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.4% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 28.5% | 30.9% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 49.8% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 10% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 8% | 6.3% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 43.9% | 40.2% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 40.2% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 15.7% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 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 | 21.7% | 16.4% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 10.8% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 18.2% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 6.3% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 15.6% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 31.6% | 12.6% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 5.3% | 1.1% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 95.9% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97% | 96.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 102.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.8% lower than the Hatfield Villages average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Crescent has the 5th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Hatfield Villages and the 110th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Welwyn Hatfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 62.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Crescent, Welwyn, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2025-05-23 | £506,792 |
| 47 The Crescent, Welwyn, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-06-14 | £438,596 |
| 3 The Crescent, Welwyn, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-01-25 | £509,454 |
| 15 The Crescent, Welwyn, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-06-10 | £370,542 |
| 21 The Crescent, Welwyn, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2020-04-29 | £400,225 |
AL6 9JG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenterfield Nursery School London Road , AL6 9JF | 4out of 4 | 302 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludwick Nursery School Holwell Road , AL7 3RP | 4out of 4 | 4,229 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welwyn St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School 15 London Road , AL6 9DJ | 4out of 4 | 149 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Homerswood Primary and Nursery School Kirklands , AL8 7RF | 3out of 4 | 1,560 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School Harwood Close , AL8 7AG | 3out of 4 | 1,867 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Templewood Primary School Pentley Park , AL8 7SD | 4out of 4 | 2,069 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Hertford Road , Digswell AL6 0BX | 3out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monk's Walk School Knightsfield , AL8 7NL | 3out of 4 | 909 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Academy Herns Lane , AL7 2AF | 2out of 4 | 4,128 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanborough School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YR | 2out of 4 | 4,336 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knightsfield School Knightsfield , AL8 7LW | 4out of 4 | 853 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherrardswood School Lockleys , AL6 0BJ | - not rated | 926 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YN | 4out of 4 | 4,165 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welwyn Tennis Club | Ottway Walk, Welwyn | 238 yd | |
| Aqua Restaurant | 28 High Street, Welwyn | 587 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 2 High Street, Welwyn | 587 yd | |
| Vita Ristorante | 12 High Street, Welwyn | 587 yd | |
| Roys Restaurant | 28 High Street, Welwyn | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welwyn Sports & Social Club | The Pavilion, Ottway Walk | 201 yd | |
| The Steamer | 22 London Road, Welwyn | 283 yd | |
| The White Hart | 2 Prospect Place, Welwyn | 538 yd | |
| White Horse | 30 Mill Lane, Welwyn | 684 yd | |
| The Wellington | 1 High Street, Welwyn | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rodi Restaurant | 1 Church Street, Welwyn | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 14 High Street, Welwyn | 587 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Welwyn Playing Fields Ottway Walk | grass pitches | 174 yd |
| Welwyn Tennis Club THE PLAYING FIELDS THE PLAYING FIELDS OTTWAY WALK | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 236 yd |
| Monks Walk School KNIGHTSFIELD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 793 yd |
| Sherrardswood School LOCKLEYS | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Digswell Park KNIGHTSFIELD | grass pitches | 1,025 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.