HP4 1LU is in Ringshall, Berkhamsted and Dacorum district. HP4 1LU is located in the Ashridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hemel Hempstead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ringshall, Berkhamsted, HP4 1LU 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 area surrounding HP4 1LU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 48.5% | 48.5% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 51.5% | 51.5% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 1LU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.6% 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 | 18.6% | 23.7% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.3% | 62.6% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 18.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 3.6% | 4.6% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 (92.9%) 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 | 64.7% | 63.9% | -0.8% | 48.4% | 15.5% |
| Good health | 21.6% | 29% | 7.4% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 5.9% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -6.8% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 1LU this area, 5.3% 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 58.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.6% | 5.3% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 3.8% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16.8% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 10.7% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.3% | 58.8% | 4.5% | 33.8% | 25.0% |
| Other | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 86.8% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 5.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 80.8% 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 | 80.2% | 80.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | -2.4% |
| European Union | 7.8% | 7.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.8% | 3% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.8% | 80.8% | 3.0% | 83.2% | -2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 12.6% | 10.2% | 9.8% | 2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.6% | 1.8% | -4.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.2% | 0.6% | -9.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 3.6% | 0.3% | 3.3% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 3% | 13.5% | -10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.9% | 37.2% | 1.7% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 4.2% | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Jewish | 4.2% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around HP4 1LU was 46.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.6% higher than the Ashridge average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
HP4 1LU has the 6th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Ashridge and the 189th lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 129.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theccans, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £2,980,000 | 2021-01-08 | £3,329,039 |
| Thunderdell, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £2,200,000 | 2020-11-25 | £2,479,599 |
| Princes Riding, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,800,000 | 2015-06-12 | £2,584,943 |
| The Wood, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,475,000 | 2005-04-29 | £3,313,833 |
| Theccans, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,400,000 | 2002-03-20 | £4,009,632 |
HP4 1LU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% 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.
HP4 1LU 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 | 41 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldbury Church of England Primary and Nursery School Stocks Road , Aldbury HP23 5RT | 3out of 4 | 1,655 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Gaddesden Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Church Road , Little Gaddesden HP4 1NX | 4out of 4 | 1,730 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dagnall VA Church of England School Main Road South , HP4 1QX | 3out of 4 | 3,819 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Primary School Bridle Way , Billet Lane HP4 1ES | 3out of 4 | 4,469 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Northchurch Northchurch , HP4 3QZ | 3out of 4 | 4,518 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashridge Cafe | National Trust Office, Moneybury Hill | 477 yd | |
| Griddle Pod and Coffee Hub | Brownlow Cafe, Moneybury Hill | 477 yd | |
| Ashridge Golf Club Limited | Ashridge Golf Club, Golf Club Road | 824 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashridge Golf Club GOLF CLUB ROAD | golf | 678 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 | 15.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 7.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 7.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 7.7% |
| 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 | 30.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 84.6% |
| Median download speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 22.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.