Little Youngs is in Welwyn Garden City and in Welwyn Hatfield district. AL8 6SL is located in the Handside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Welwyn Hatfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Little Youngs, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: AL8 6SN, AL8 6RU, AL8 7DH, AL8 7DL, AL8 6RT, AL8 7DN, AL8 6SJ, AL8 6SR, AL8 6RF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding AL8 6SL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 53.7% | 53.1% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 46.3% | 46.9% | 0.6% | 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 AL8 6SL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.8% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.3% | 21.3% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73% | 66.8% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 22.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 0.8% | 4.5% | 3.7% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 7% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 (91.5%) 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 | 58.6% | 63.5% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 15.1% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 28% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 6.5% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -6.2% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 AL8 6SL this area, 6.1% 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 59.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.7% | 6.1% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 6.6% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 11.9% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 13.1% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.6% | 59.4% | -1.2% | 33.8% | 25.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 3.9% | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 93.8% | 88% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 91.2% | 93.5% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 1.3% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 94.1% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.5% | 0% | -8.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 76.7% | 16.8% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.6% | 13.5% | -10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Little Youngs was 30.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.4% lower than the Handside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Little Youngs has the 9th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Handside and the 73rd lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in Welwyn Hatfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 138.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Little Youngs, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Other, an established residential building | £656,000 | 2017-03-10 | £655,312 |
| 7 Little Youngs, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2017-02-22 | £760,647 |
| 12 Little Youngs, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2016-06-28 | £749,910 |
| 6 Little Youngs, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,100 | 2010-05-28 | £822,216 |
| 11 Little Youngs, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2010-03-19 | £849,858 |
AL8 6SL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% 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.
AL8 6SL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 AL8 6SL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludwick Nursery School Holwell Road , AL7 3RP | 4out of 4 | 1,860 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tenterfield Nursery School London Road , AL6 9JF | 4out of 4 | 3,064 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Nursery School Birchway , Crawford Road AL10 0PD | 4out of 4 | 3,998 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applecroft School Applecroft Road , AL8 6JZ | 4out of 4 | 464 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Templewood Primary School Pentley Park , AL8 7SD | 4out of 4 | 1,227 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School, Lemsford Lemsford Village , AL8 7TR | 3out of 4 | 1,335 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peartree Primary School Peartree Primary School , AL7 3XW | 3out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Catholic Primary School Woodhall Lane , AL7 3TF | 2out of 4 | 1,784 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanborough School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YR | 2out of 4 | 1,339 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monk's Walk School Knightsfield , AL8 7NL | 3out of 4 | 2,303 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Academy Herns Lane , AL7 2AF | 2out of 4 | 2,896 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Onslow St Audreys School Old Rectory Drive , AL10 8AB | 2out of 4 | 4,996 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School Woods Avenue , AL10 8NL | 4out of 4 | 5,198 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside School Lemsford Lane , AL8 6YN | 4out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knightsfield School Knightsfield , AL8 7LW | 4out of 4 | 2,592 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherrardswood School Lockleys , AL6 0BJ | - not rated | 3,395 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfield School Woods Avenue , AL10 8NN | 3out of 4 | 5,273 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welwyn Garden City Golf Club Ltd | Welwyn Garden City Golf Club, Mannicotts | 452 yd | |
| Misya Meze & Grill | Parkway, Welwyn Garden City | 525 yd | |
| Focolare Centre For Unity | 69 Parkway, Welwyn Garden City | 544 yd | |
| Body & Soul Cafe | 110 Parkway, Welwyn Garden City | 564 yd | |
| Giggling Squid | 4-6 Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City | 620 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Doctors Tonic | Church Road, Welwyn Garden City | 629 yd | |
| The Two Willows | 9 Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King | 32 Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City | 674 yd | |
| WGC Grill and Pizza | 42 Fretherne Road, Welwyn Garden City | 730 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 51 Fretherne Road, Welwyn Garden City | 769 yd | |
| Subway | 32 Stonehills, Welwyn Garden City | 780 yd | |
| Regal Fish & Chips | 25 Stonehills, Welwyn Garden City | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | 44 Church Road, Welwyn Garden City | 461 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit A, Fretherne Road | 756 yd | |
| Waitrose | Bridge Road, Welwyn Garden City | 915 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dellcott Family Tennis Club DELLCOTT FAMILY TENNIS CLUB DELLCOTT FAMILY TENNIS CLUB DOGNELL GREEN | tennis courts | 396 yd |
| Applecroft School APPLECROFT ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 442 yd |
| Welwyn Garden City Golf Club MANNICOTTS | golf | 451 yd |
| Welwyn Rfc HOBBS WAY | grass pitches | 758 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Welwyn Garden City) UNIT 54 UNIT 54 HOWARDSGATE | health and fitness suite | 858 yd |
| Oaklands College (Welwyn Garden City Campus) Welwyn Garden City Campus Welwyn Garden City Campus The Campus | 989 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.