Ashridge Cottages is in Little Gaddesden, Berkhamsted and in Dacorum district. HP4 1PW 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 Ashridge Cottages, Little Gaddesden, Berkhamsted, HP4 1PW 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 1PW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 50.6% | 52.7% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 49.4% | 47.3% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 22% | 28.8% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 48.5% | -10.6% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 11.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 7.6% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 56.3% | 55.2% | -1.1% | 48.4% | 6.8% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 30.9% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 8% | 9.7% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 45.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 15% | 3.6% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 6% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 17.3% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 11.3% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 50% | 45.1% | -4.9% | 33.8% | 11.3% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 100% | 98.2% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 96% | 93.3% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 93.3% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 52.7% | 46.2% | 6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashridge Cottages was 6.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.1% lower than the Ashridge average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Ashridge Cottages has the lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Ashridge and the 7th lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Ashridge Cottages, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £652,500 | 2021-10-28 | £723,363 |
| 4 Ashridge Cottages, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £740,000 | 2021-06-21 | £830,066 |
| 4 Ashridge Cottages, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2019-07-08 | £796,347 |
| 1 Ashridge Cottages, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £567,000 | 2018-12-07 | £679,741 |
| 7 Ashridge Cottages, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £487,000 | 2012-12-17 | £912,904 |
HP4 1PW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HP4 1PW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 53 |
| Full-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,655 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Gaddesden Church of England Primary School Church Meadow , Great Gaddesden HP1 3BT | 3out of 4 | 3,246 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Potten End CofE Primary School Church Road , Potten End HP4 2QY | 3out of 4 | 3,919 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Primary School Bridle Way , Billet Lane HP4 1ES | 3out of 4 | 4,003 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldbury Church of England Primary and Nursery School Stocks Road , Aldbury HP23 5RT | 3out of 4 | 4,032 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | 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 | 4,945 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Egerton-Rothesay School Durrants Lane , HP4 3UJ | - not rated | 5,420 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Park School Markyate , AL3 8AW | - not rated | 5,460 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashridge Management College ASHRIDGE ASHRIDGE | grass pitches | 867 yd |
| The Lifestyle Centre ASHRIDGE ASHRIDGE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 867 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 | 87.5% |
| 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 | 12.5% |
| Median download speed | 22.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 24.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 36.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 36.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.47 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.