Stoneycroft is in Welwyn Garden City and in Welwyn Hatfield district. AL7 1QU is located in the Haldens electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Welwyn Hatfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stoneycroft, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: AL7 1QW, AL7 1QN, AL7 1QP, AL7 1QL, AL7 1QT, AL7 1RW, AL7 1RP, AL7 1QR, AL7 1QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding AL7 1QU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 48.9% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 47.2% | 51.1% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 AL7 1QU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% 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 | 30.2% | 30% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 52.3% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 7.6% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (88.2%) 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 | 50.7% | 50.8% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 37.4% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 6.3% | 10.5% | 4.2% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 12.9% | 16.1% | 3.2% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 9.7% | -8.8% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 14.8% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 5.9% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 14.8% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 36.4% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 6% | 2.1% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 2.5% | 2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 78.8% | -16.7% | 81.4% | -2.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 80.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 80.1% | -10.1% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 10.1% | 6.6% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 80.4% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.5% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 4.9% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 3.9% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 2.3% | -2.9% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stoneycroft was 70.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.2% lower than the Haldens average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Stoneycroft has the 19th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Haldens and the 172nd highest crime rate of 363 local areas in Welwyn Hatfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Stoneycroft, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £316,000 | 2019-10-28 | £348,540 |
| 23 Stoneycroft, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2017-09-08 | £421,678 |
| 25 Stoneycroft, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2017-04-28 | £388,425 |
| 5 Stoneycroft, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2014-11-28 | £413,143 |
| 29 Stoneycroft, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2014-05-20 | £361,308 |
AL7 1QU 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 | 109 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludwick Nursery School Holwell Road , AL7 3RP | 4out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tenterfield Nursery School London Road , AL6 9JF | 4out of 4 | 3,401 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Nursery School Birchway , Crawford Road AL10 0PD | 4out of 4 | 5,285 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panshanger Primary School Daniells , AL7 1QY | 3out of 4 | 398 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holy Family Catholic Primary School Crookhams , AL7 1PG | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterside Academy Rowans , AL7 1NZ | 2out of 4 | 987 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School Blackthorn Road , AL7 3JP | 3out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watchlytes Primary School Watchlytes , AL7 2AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeway Academy Herns Lane , AL7 2AF | 2out of 4 | 594 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monk's Walk School Knightsfield , AL8 7NL | 3out of 4 | 2,663 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanborough School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YR | 2out of 4 | 3,062 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 | 2,728 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YN | 4out of 4 | 3,186 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherrardswood School Lockleys , AL6 0BJ | - not rated | 3,278 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PW Gates | Unit 2, Swallow End | 565 yd | |
| Taylor Mammon and Nathan Ltd | 8 Little Mundells, Welwyn Garden City | 602 yd | |
| Tewin Road Cafe | Tewin Road, Welwyn Garden City | 720 yd | |
| Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue Service | Fire Station, Bridge Road East | 753 yd | |
| Lee's Fish & Chips | 117a Moors Walk, Welwyn Garden City | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shamrock Club | Ridgeway, Welwyn Garden City | 583 yd | |
| Attimore Hall | Ridgeway, Welwyn Garden City | 583 yd | |
| The Bakehouse | Bessemer Road, Welwyn Garden City | 1,002 yd | |
| The Sheldan Inn | Sloansway, Welwyn Garden City | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fat Jacks / Downtown Pizza | 15 Little Ridge, Welwyn Garden City | 725 yd | |
| Megna Indian Take Away | Unit 7, Tewin Road Business Centre | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 40 Black Fan Road, Welwyn Garden City | 694 yd | |
| Lidl | 71-81 Moors Walk, Welwyn Garden City | 974 yd | |
| Tesco | 61 Moors Walk, Welwyn Garden City | 974 yd | |
| Aldi | Bessemer Road, Welwyn Garden City | 1,002 yd | |
| Tesco | Heart, Shire Park | 1,067 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgeway Academy HERNS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 458 yd |
| Welwyn Garden City Football Club HERNS WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 516 yd |
| The Holy Family Catholic Primary School CROOKHAMS | grass pitches | 966 yd |
| Panshanger Golf Complex OLD HERNS LANE | golf, squash courts | 1,000 yd |
| Waterside Academy ROWANS | grass pitches | 1,029 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 | 126.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.