Brownlow Road is in Berkhamsted and in Dacorum district. HP4 1HB is located in the Berkhamsted Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Hertfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brownlow Road, Berkhamsted, HP4 1HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HP4 1HE, HP4 1HJ, HP4 1HN, HP4 2JU, HP4 2AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HP4 1HB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55% 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 | 50.8% | 55% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 4.0% |
| Male | 49.2% | 45% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -4.0% |
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 HP4 1HB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70.5% 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 | 15.3% | 19.3% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.8% | 70.5% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 26.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -6.4% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 7.2% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.6%) 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 | 58.1% | 59.3% | 1.2% | 48.4% | 10.9% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 28.3% | -4.5% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 7% | 10.9% | 3.9% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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 HP4 1HB this area, 5.7% 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 61.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.5% | 5.7% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.5% | 3% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 14% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 10.6% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 63.3% | 61.9% | -1.4% | 33.8% | 28.1% |
| Other | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 98.2% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 90.6% | 92.1% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.3% | 1.8% | -1.5% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 93% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.2% | 0% | -8.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.5% | 76.7% | 18.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brownlow Road was 59.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.6% higher than the Berkhamsted Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brownlow Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Berkhamsted Castle and the 233rd lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Brownlow Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,575,000 | 2023-06-14 | £1,619,863 |
| Mabuhay Brownlow Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,390,000 | 2020-01-16 | £1,653,282 |
| 2 Brownlow Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,400,000 | 2018-03-01 | £1,691,039 |
| 1 Brownlow Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,130,000 | 2015-11-27 | £1,479,832 |
| 4 Brownlow Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £870,000 | 2007-09-10 | £1,593,424 |
HP4 1HB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 HP4 1HB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in HP4 1HB area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Information and communication | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Church of England Infant and Nursery School Prince Edward Street , HP4 3HA | 4out of 4 | 781 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swing Gate Infant School and Nursery Swing Gate Lane , HP4 2LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,143 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Primary School Bridle Way , Billet Lane HP4 1ES | 3out of 4 | 1,202 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Greenway , HP4 3LF | 4out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenway Primary and Nursery School Crossways , HP4 3NH | 3out of 4 | 1,661 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashlyns School Chesham Road , HP4 3AH | 3out of 4 | 1,454 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John F Kennedy Catholic School Hollybush Lane , HP1 2PH | 3out of 4 | 4,734 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkhamsted School Overton House , 133 High Street HP4 2DJ | - not rated | 717 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Egerton-Rothesay School Durrants Lane , HP4 3UJ | - not rated | 2,016 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berkhamsted Prep and Pre-Prep School Chesham Road , HP4 2SZ | - not rated | 2,466 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbrook Hay London Road , Hemel Hempstead HP1 2RF | - not rated | 4,771 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesham Preparatory School Two Dells Lane , Orchard Leigh HP5 3QF | - not rated | 5,372 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puccino's | Berkhamsted Station, Lower Kings Road | 216 yd | |
| Berkhamsted Fish Bar | Fish Bar, Berkhamsted Station, Lower Kings Road | 217 yd | |
| Isalie Ltd | Berkhamsted Tennis Club, Lower Kings Road | 397 yd | |
| HERE Bistro & Bar | 28-30 Lower Kings Road | 502 yd | |
| Zaza | 21-25 Lower Kings Road | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkhamsted Sports & Social Club | Kitcheners Field, Castle Hill | 219 yd | |
| Kitcheners Bowls Club | Kitcheners Field, Castle Hill | 327 yd | |
| The Crystal Palace | The Crystal Palace, Station Road | 382 yd | |
| Berkhamsted Football Club | Berkhamsted Football Club, Glencar Community Stadium, Lower Kings Road | 397 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 182 High Street | 556 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom & Wild LLP | 153 High Street | 628 yd | |
| Papa John's | 211b High Street | 643 yd | |
| Lots Of Rice Ltd | 1 Holliday Street | 733 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Marlowe House, 346 High Street | 802 yd | |
| Crystal Mangal | 79 High Street | 805 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 160 High Street | 556 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose Ltd, St Johns Well Lane | 567 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 1, 300 High Street | 685 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Berkhamsted Sports And Social Club KITCHENERS FIELD KITCHENERS FIELD CASTLE HILL | grass pitches | 327 yd |
| Kitcheners Field Castle Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 332 yd |
| Berkhamsted Football Club Ltd LOWER KINGS ROAD | grass pitches | 351 yd |
| Broadwater LOWER KINGS ROAD | grass pitches | 391 yd |
| Berkhamsted Lawn Tennis & Squash Racket Club LOWER KINGS ROAD | indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 399 yd |
| Berkhamsted School (Castle Campus) CASTLE CAMPUS CASTLE CAMPUS CASTLE STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 505 yd |
| The Fitness Society 176A 176A HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 587 yd |
| Butts Meadow 6 FROST HOUSE 6 FROST HOUSE CHESHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 893 yd |
| Berkhamsted Prep School DOCTORS COMMONS ROAD | grass pitches | 975 yd |
| Berkhamsted School (Kings Campus Knox-Johnston Sports Centre) BERKHAMSTED COLLEGIATE SCHOOL BERKHAMSTED COLLEGIATE SCHOOL KINGS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,019 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 | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| 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 | 76.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 270.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.