Wendover Drive is in Welwyn and in Welwyn Hatfield district. AL6 9LT 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 Wendover Drive, Welwyn, AL6 9LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: AL6 9NX, AL6 9LR, AL6 9HR, AL6 9LP, AL6 9LS, AL6 9NT, AL6 9FB, AL6 9LW, AL6 9LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding AL6 9LT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 53.6% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 46.2% | 46.4% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of AL6 9LT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.1% 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 | 13.5% | 15.8% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -22.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.3% | 68.1% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 23.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 3.9% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -5.2% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 11.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 46.8% | 50.8% | 4.0% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 29.7% | -7.8% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 14.5% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 4.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
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 46.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.7% | 11.6% | 3.9% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 7.7% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 15.5% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 13% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.1% | 46.5% | -0.6% | 33.8% | 12.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.1% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.9% | 91.8% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 92.6% | 92.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 91.5% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.2% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.3% | 0% | -8.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wendover Drive was 51.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.0% lower than the Hatfield Villages average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wendover Drive has the 9th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Hatfield Villages and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in Welwyn Hatfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Wendover Drive, Welwyn, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2025-03-21 | £778,112 |
| 7A Wendover Drive, Welwyn, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,025,000 | 2023-05-04 | £1,055,613 |
| 7 Wendover Drive, Welwyn, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,020,000 | 2022-11-18 | £992,377 |
| 3 Wendover Drive, Welwyn, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £745,000 | 2022-09-07 | £715,495 |
| 19 Wendover Drive, Welwyn, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2021-10-28 | £638,298 |
AL6 9LT 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 AL6 9LT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 128 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenterfield Nursery School London Road , AL6 9JF | 4out of 4 | 746 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludwick Nursery School Holwell Road , AL7 3RP | 4out of 4 | 4,831 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 | 774 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Primary School Great North Road , Oaklands AL6 0PX | 3out of 4 | 1,598 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Homerswood Primary and Nursery School Kirklands , AL8 7RF | 3out of 4 | 2,013 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School Harwood Close , AL8 7AG | 3out of 4 | 2,238 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Hertford Road , Digswell AL6 0BX | 3out of 4 | 2,459 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 | 1,538 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Academy Herns Lane , AL7 2AF | 2out of 4 | 4,462 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanborough School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YR | 2out of 4 | 5,146 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherrardswood School Lockleys , AL6 0BJ | - not rated | 679 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knightsfield School Knightsfield , AL8 7LW | 4out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YN | 4out of 4 | 4,995 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lemon Plaice | 21 Church Street, Welwyn | 267 yd | |
| Aqua Restaurant | 28 High Street, Welwyn | 375 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 2 High Street, Welwyn | 375 yd | |
| Vita Ristorante | 12 High Street, Welwyn | 375 yd | |
| Roys Restaurant | 28 High Street, Welwyn | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawbridgeworth Football Club | Crofters, Sawbridgeworth | 168 yd | |
| The Rose and Crown | 14 Church Street, Welwyn | 227 yd | |
| White Horse | 30 Mill Lane, Welwyn | 230 yd | |
| The Wellington | 1 High Street, Welwyn | 342 yd | |
| The White Hart | 2 Prospect Place, Welwyn | 361 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rodi Restaurant | 1 Church Street, Welwyn | 304 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 14 High Street, Welwyn | 375 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sherrardswood School LOCKLEYS | grass pitches | 563 yd |
| Welwyn Playing Fields Ottway Walk | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| Danesbury Park Golf Club (Closed) Danesbury Park Road | golf | 979 yd |
| Welwyn Tennis Club THE PLAYING FIELDS THE PLAYING FIELDS OTTWAY WALK | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 1,011 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 | 72.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.