Chesham Road is in Berkhamsted and in Chiltern district. HP4 2SZ is located in the Berkhamsted East 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 Chesham Road, Berkhamsted, HP4 2SZ 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 2SZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 55.5% | 52.3% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 44.5% | 47.7% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 2SZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.1% 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 | 12.7% | 20.5% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 61.1% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 16.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 3.1% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -6.0% |
| Widowed | 16.5% | 15.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 9.0% |
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 (89%) 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 | 52.1% | 61.3% | 9.2% | 48.4% | 12.9% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 27.7% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 9.2% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 1.6% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.2% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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.
In the area around HP4 2SZ this area, 8.1% 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 51.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.3% | 8.1% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 6.8% | -0.1% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 11.6% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 14.2% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.6% | 51.9% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 18.1% |
| Other | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 95.3% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.1% 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 | 92.8% | 89.1% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 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 | 91.6% | 88.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0.4% | -6.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chesham Road was 43.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.5% lower than the Berkhamsted East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Chesham Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 16 local areas in Berkhamsted East and the 173rd lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.9%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottage Chesham Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Other, an established residential building | £13,304 | 2016-09-07 | £15,269 |
| Post Hill Cottage Chesham Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £862,500 | 2012-07-20 | £1,543,341 |
| The Beeches Chesham Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2010-05-14 | £984,244 |
| Keepers Chesham Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £990,000 | 2002-10-09 | £2,429,345 |
| William Hill Farm Chesham Road, Berkhamsted, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2000-11-03 | £1,530,413 |
HP4 2SZ 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 2SZ 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 2SZ 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 | 125 |
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Self-Employed | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenway Primary and Nursery School Crossways , HP4 3NH | 3out of 4 | 1,274 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Greenway , HP4 3LF | 4out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Thomas Coram Church of England School Swing Gate Lane , HP4 2RP | 3out of 4 | 1,711 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Church of England Infant and Nursery School Prince Edward Street , HP4 3HA | 4out of 4 | 1,744 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swing Gate Infant School and Nursery Swing Gate Lane , HP4 2LJ | 3out of 4 | 2,142 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 | 1,327 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesham Grammar School White Hill , HP5 1BA | 4out of 4 | 5,006 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkhamsted Prep and Pre-Prep School Chesham Road , HP4 2SZ | - not rated | 513 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Egerton-Rothesay School Durrants Lane , HP4 3UJ | - not rated | 1,799 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berkhamsted School Overton House , 133 High Street HP4 2DJ | - not rated | 1,881 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesham Preparatory School Two Dells Lane , Orchard Leigh HP5 3QF | - not rated | 3,135 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heritage House School Cameron Road , HP5 3BP | 3out of 4 | 4,598 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haslam Fields Shootersway | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Chesham Fields Chesham Road | grass pitches | 817 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 | 69.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 69.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 69.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 69.2% |
| 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 | 23.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 30.8% |
| Median download speed | 107.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 371.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 45.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.