Pipers Hill is in Great Gaddesden, Hemel Hempstead and in Dacorum district. HP1 3BY is located in the Watling electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hemel Hempstead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pipers Hill, Great Gaddesden, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HP1 3BY is primarily male, with 54.1% of the population 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 | 47.8% | 45.9% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -5.1% |
| Male | 52.2% | 54.1% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 5.1% |
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 | 34.2% | 37.4% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 47% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 9.7% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 48.4% | 41.9% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 40.6% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 7.0% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 13% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 44.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.6% | 14.9% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 9.9% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 9.6% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 14.9% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 44.6% | 11.1% | 33.8% | 10.8% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 95.9% | 91% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 84.6% 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 | 89.2% | 84.6% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 8.5% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 88.9% | 84.6% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 6.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 4.2% | -1.7% | 1.9% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Buddhist | 14.4% | 0.5% | 13.9% |
| Jewish | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pipers Hill was 96.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.6% higher than the Watling average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pipers Hill has the 4th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Watling and the 138th highest crime rate of 468 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkstile Barn Pipers Hill, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Other, an established residential building | £1,073,000 | 2021-01-26 | £1,163,952 |
| The Cruck Barn Pipers Hill, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £1,160,000 | 2020-10-20 | £1,373,788 |
| Broadwater Nurseries Ltd Pipers Hill, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Other, an established residential building | £1,850,000 | 2019-08-14 | £2,087,444 |
| 1 Church Farm Cottages Pipers Hill, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £456,000 | 2018-08-17 | £562,597 |
| The Cruck Barn Pipers Hill, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £1,125,000 | 2016-10-04 | £1,412,696 |
HP1 3BY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% 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.
HP1 3BY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Other | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Other | 18 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Gaddesden Church of England Primary School Church Meadow , Great Gaddesden HP1 3BT | 3out of 4 | 184 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Potten End CofE Primary School Church Road , Potten End HP4 2QY | 3out of 4 | 2,691 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gaddesden Row JMI School Gaddesden Row , HP2 6HG | 3out of 4 | 3,127 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Galley Hill Primary School and Nursery Galley Hill , HP1 3JY | 3out of 4 | 3,598 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Micklem Primary School Boxted Road , HP1 2QH | 3out of 4 | 4,218 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Catholic School Hollybush Lane , HP1 2PH | 3out of 4 | 3,847 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laureate Academy Warners End Road , HP1 3DW | 1out of 4 | 4,504 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Astley Cooper School St Agnell's Lane , HP2 7HL | 3out of 4 | 5,102 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechwood Park School Markyate , AL3 8AW | - not rated | 4,041 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Collett School Lockers Park Lane , HP1 1TQ | 3out of 4 | 4,639 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbourn Park Independent School Grovehill Youth Centre , Stevenage Rise HP2 6BH | - not rated | 4,644 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockers Park School Lockers Park Lane , HP1 1TL | - not rated | 4,934 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Haywood Grove School St Agnell's Lane , HP2 7BG | 3out of 4 | 5,057 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amaravati Buddhist Centre | St Margarets | 773 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Halsey Field (Closed) | grass pitches | 377 yd |
| Great Gaddesden Parish Hall DAGNALL ROAD | 510 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 5.3% |
| Median download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 384.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 51 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.