Beacon Road is in Ringshall, Berkhamsted and in Dacorum district. HP4 1NE 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 Beacon Road, Ringshall, Berkhamsted, HP4 1NE 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 HP4 1NE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 52.5% | 52.6% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 47.5% | 47.4% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 1NE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.5% 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 | 23.8% | 23% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 59.5% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 15.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 7.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7.4% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 (90.2%) 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 | 55.4% | 59.9% | 4.5% | 48.4% | 11.5% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 30.3% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 7% | -4.5% | 12.7% | -5.7% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 1NE this area, 4.4% 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 54.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.2% | 4.4% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 7.7% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 12.2% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 14.4% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.7% | 54.6% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 20.8% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.8% | 96.3% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 92.1% | 90.5% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.9% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 90% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7.9% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 0.9% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.3% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 76.7% | 15.7% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.4% | 37.2% | -8.8% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beacon Road was 30.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.2% lower than the Ashridge average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Beacon Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Ashridge and the 110th lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fern Hill Beacon Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2011-11-11 | £619,351 |
| Boundry Edge Beacon Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2007-07-16 | £1,009,078 |
| Badgers Wood Beacon Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2003-11-11 | £1,166,538 |
| Yeomans Beacon Road, Berkhamsted, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 1999-10-01 | £1,710,056 |
| Fern Hill Beacon Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 1996-03-29 | £967,583 |
HP4 1NE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 1NE 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 HP4 1NE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Gaddesden Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Church Road , Little Gaddesden HP4 1NX | 4out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dagnall VA Church of England School Main Road South , HP4 1QX | 3out of 4 | 2,353 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 | 2,820 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Studham Village CofE Academy Church Road , Studham LU6 2QD | - not rated | 4,302 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookmead School High Street , Ivinghoe LU7 9EX | 3out of 4 | 4,847 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.69 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.69 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.