Brixham Close is in Stevenage and in Stevenage district. SG1 2RX is located in the Symonds Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stevenage. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brixham Close, Stevenage, SG1 2RX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG1 2RY, SG1 2RU, SG1 2RL, SG1 2RN, SG1 2RZ, SG1 2SA, SG1 2QA, SG1 2RJ, SG1 2QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SG1 2RX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 52.8% | 53.6% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 47.2% | 46.4% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 | 26% | 40.6% | 14.6% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.9% | 29.5% | -12.4% | 44.2% | -14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 16.3% | 14.2% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 11.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.3% | 32.5% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -15.9% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 36.3% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 27.2% | 20.4% | -6.8% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 8.3% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 SG1 2RX this area, 36.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.3% | 36.2% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 18.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 9.1% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 15% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 13% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 17.7% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 7% | 5.1% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 4.9% | 2.4% | -2.5% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 89.4% | 88.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 7.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 81.3% 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 | 86.8% | 81.3% | -5.5% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 7.6% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.9% | 5.2% | -2.7% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 81.3% | -4.0% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 11.4% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.5% | 3.8% | -3.7% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 1.4% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.2% | 76.7% | -11.5% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North Africa | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brixham Close was 201.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 167.8% higher than the Symonds Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brixham Close has the 2nd highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Symonds Green and the 35th highest crime rate of 248 local areas in Stevenage .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 93.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Brixham Close, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2016-09-15 | £362,225 |
| 18 Brixham Close, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2007-06-22 | £346,828 |
| 30 Brixham Close, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 1996-05-31 | £449,965 |
SG1 2RX 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peartree Way Nursery School Peartree Way , SG2 9EA | 3out of 4 | 3,921 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolenwick Junior School Bridge Road West , SG1 2NU | 2out of 4 | 534 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolenwick Infant and Nursery School Bridge Road West , SG1 2NU | 4out of 4 | 534 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Letchmore Infants' and Nursery School Letchmore Road , SG1 3PS | 4out of 4 | 1,361 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairlands Primary School Pound Avenue , SG1 3JA | 3out of 4 | 1,646 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Almond Hill Junior School Almonds Lane , SG1 3RP | 3out of 4 | 1,844 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School Hitchin Road , SG1 4AE | 3out of 4 | 956 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Thomas Alleyne Academy High Street , SG1 3BE | 3out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barclay Academy Walkern Road , SG1 3RB | 2out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marriotts School Brittain Way , SG2 8UT | 3out of 4 | 3,519 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nobel School Mobbsbury Way , SG2 0HS | 3out of 4 | 3,931 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Hertfordshire College Monkswood Way , SG1 1LA | - not rated | 2,532 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larwood School Larwood Drive , SG1 5BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,409 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lonsdale School Brittain Way , SG2 8UT | 3out of 4 | 3,515 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley School Broadhall Way , SG2 9BN | 3out of 4 | 3,720 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stevenage Education Support Centre Collenswood Road , SG2 9HQ | 3out of 4 | 3,927 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingshott School Stevenage Road , St Ippolyts SG4 7JX | - not rated | 4,148 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tranquil Turtle | Symonds Green Lane, Stevenage | 564 yd | |
| The Clubhouse | Astute Electronics Ltd, Astute House, Rutherford Close | 634 yd | |
| Old Town Fish Bar | Old Town Fish Bar, 46 High Street | 730 yd | |
| Taste Of India | The Taste Of India, 48A High Street | 730 yd | |
| Golden Siam Thai Restaurant | 15 High Street, Stevenage | 795 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Tiddlers Tavern | Filey Close, Stevenage | 192 yd | |
| Cinnabar | 56 - 58 High Street, Stevenage | 730 yd | |
| The Fisherman | The Fisherman, Fishers Green | 765 yd | |
| The Mulberry Tree | 60 - 62 High Street, Stevenage | 793 yd | |
| Old Town Bar | 19 High Street, Stevenage | 795 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandarin House | Mandarin House, 2 Filey Close | 192 yd | |
| King Pizza And Kebab | 1 Filey Close, Stevenage | 200 yd | |
| Oriental Express | Unit 13, Stevenage Enterprise Centre | 440 yd | |
| Red Chillies Ltd | Red Chillies Ltd, Unit 14, Stevenage Enterprise Centre | 440 yd | |
| Roosters Spot & Amore Pizza | Unit 16 Roosters Spot & Amore Pizza, Stevenage Enterprise Centre | 448 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local Symonds Green | 3 Filey Close, Stevenage | 184 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, 50 High Street | 730 yd | |
| Fizz Experience TA Warehouse Demo Services | Costco Wholesale, Gunnels Wood Road | 762 yd | |
| Old Town Food Centre | 74A High Street, Stevenage | 811 yd | |
| Sainsbury' Plc | Sainsbury's Plc, Hitchin Road | 1,025 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meadway Playing Field MEADWAY PLAYING FIELD MEADWAY PLAYING FIELD REDCAR DRIVE | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Rise Gym POND CLOSE | health and fitness suite | 851 yd |
| John Henry Newman School HITCHIN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 953 yd |
| The Thomas Alleyne Academy HIGH STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,010 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 | 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% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 233.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.