HP4 1LB is in Northchurch, Berkhamsted and Dacorum district. HP4 1LB is located in the Northchurch 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 Northchurch, Berkhamsted, HP4 1LB 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. The local area around HP4 1LB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 50.9% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.1% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 HP4 1LB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 26.7% | 27.6% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 54.9% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 10.6% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.9% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 59.4% | 56.6% | -2.8% | 48.4% | 8.2% |
| Good health | 28% | 27.9% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 12.4% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 1LB this area, 9.1% 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 51.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6.9% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 11.9% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13.8% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.9% | 51.4% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 17.6% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.9% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0.2% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 87.9% | 95% | 7.1% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 88% 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 | 84.8% | 88% | 3.2% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 5.1% | 4.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.1% | 88% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 9.9% | 9.2% | 9.8% | 0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 1.2% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 0.5% | -3.8% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.2% | 0.5% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.4% | 13.5% | -8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around HP4 1LB was 103.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 232.7% higher than the Ashridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
HP4 1LB has the highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Ashridge and the 119th highest crime rate of 468 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.6%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norcott Hall, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £3,950,000 | 2016-02-26 | £4,991,813 |
| The Annexe Norcott Hall, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2016-02-26 | £237,573 |
| The Annexe Norcott Hall, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2008-12-15 | £441,075 |
| 1 Norcott Hall Cottages Norcott Hill, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Terraced, a newly built property | £350,000 | 2000-10-14 | £1,260,739 |
| 2 Norcott Hall Cottages, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, a newly built property | £225,000 | 2000-09-21 | £704,257 |
HP4 1LB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% 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.
HP4 1LB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Self-Employed | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Other | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Northchurch Northchurch , HP4 3QZ | 3out of 4 | 2,035 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldbury Church of England Primary and Nursery School Stocks Road , Aldbury HP23 5RT | 3out of 4 | 2,083 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Primary School Bridle Way , Billet Lane HP4 1ES | 3out of 4 | 2,497 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary School and Nursery Durrants Lane , HP4 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 2,573 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Wigginton Common Field , Wigginton HP23 6EP | 4out of 4 | 3,454 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tring School Mortimer Hill , HP23 5JD | 3out of 4 | 4,499 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashlyns School Chesham Road , HP4 3AH | 3out of 4 | 4,713 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egerton-Rothesay School Durrants Lane , HP4 3UJ | - not rated | 3,043 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berkhamsted School Overton House , 133 High Street HP4 2DJ | - not rated | 4,189 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tring Park School for the Performing Arts Mansion Drive , HP23 5LX | - not rated | 4,535 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berkhamsted Prep and Pre-Prep School Chesham Road , HP4 2SZ | - not rated | 5,189 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.