Admiral Drive is in Stevenage and in Stevenage district. SG1 4GL is located in the Manor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stevenage. This postcode has been in use since 2015-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Admiral Drive, Stevenage, SG1 4GL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG1 4GN, SG1 4GJ, SG1 4GP, SG1 4FT, SG1 4RA, SG1 4GF, SG1 4FL, SG1 4FZ, SG1 4GE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SG1 4GL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 50.7% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.9% | 49.3% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SG1 4GL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.4% | 50.7% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 33.2% | -6.0% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 5.7% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8.1% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 1.4% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
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 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 | 51.9% | 55.9% | 4.0% | 48.4% | 7.5% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 34.3% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 7.5% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 44%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.9% | 12.4% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.4% | 12.4% | -9.0% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 16.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 10.6% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 44% | 19.4% | 33.8% | 10.2% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 5.1% | 0.7% | -4.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 8% | 9.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | 7.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 79.9% | 78.1% | -1.8% | 81.4% | -3.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 77.6% 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 | 82.4% | 77.6% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -5.6% |
| European Union | 5.1% | 6.9% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 5.6% | 9.9% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 7.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 3.3% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.1% | 77.9% | -4.2% | 83.2% | -5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 14.2% | 12.3% | 9.8% | 4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 2.6% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.1% | 3.6% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.3% | 1.7% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Admiral Drive was 70.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.0% higher than the Manor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Admiral Drive has the 13th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Manor and the 123rd lowest crime rate of 248 local areas in Stevenage .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% 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 Papillion Court Admiral Drive, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2025-01-10 | £249,430 |
| 19 Papillion Court Admiral Drive, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-12-06 | £237,836 |
| 17 Papillion Court Admiral Drive, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-03-22 | £238,607 |
| 12 Papillion Court Admiral Drive, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-06-23 | £238,061 |
| 4 Papillion Court Admiral Drive, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-06-20 | £228,141 |
SG1 4GL 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 | 108 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Retired | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 56 |
| Human health and social work activities | 44 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Other | 20 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peartree Way Nursery School Peartree Way , SG2 9EA | 3out of 4 | 3,836 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martins Wood Primary School Mildmay Road , SG1 5RT | 3out of 4 | 564 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Round Diamond Primary School Whitehorse Lane , Great Ashby Way SG1 6NH | 4out of 4 | 767 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Leys Primary and Nursery School Ripon Road , SG1 4QZ | 3out of 4 | 866 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Giles Junior School Durham Road , SG1 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 984 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Giles Infant and Nursery School Durham Road , SG1 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 984 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nobel School Mobbsbury Way , SG2 0HS | 3out of 4 | 1,486 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marriotts School Brittain Way , SG2 8UT | 3out of 4 | 2,471 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barclay Academy Walkern Road , SG1 3RB | 2out of 4 | 2,660 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Thomas Alleyne Academy High Street , SG1 3BE | 3out of 4 | 3,006 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School Hitchin Road , SG1 4AE | 3out of 4 | 3,303 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,939 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stevenage Education Support Centre Collenswood Road , SG2 9HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,962 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Larwood School Larwood Drive , SG1 5BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,070 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lonsdale School Brittain Way , SG2 8UT | 3out of 4 | 2,474 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenside School Shephall Green , SG2 9XS | 3out of 4 | 4,182 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley School Broadhall Way , SG2 9BN | 3out of 4 | 4,281 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dine Ltd | Dine Ltd C/O Allied Bakeries, Cartwright Road | 262 yd | |
| Daisy's Kitchen | Daisys Kitchen, 1 The Oval | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Times Club | Times Club & Institute, The Oval | 959 yd | |
| Emperors Head PH | Emperors Head, 1 Emperors Gate | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Famous Chef | 16 Wedgwood Gate Industrial Estate, Wedgwood Way | 316 yd | |
| The BIG Vending Company | 18 Wedgwood Gate Industrial Estate, Wedgwood Way | 316 yd | |
| Spice Kitchen | 14 Parsons Green Estate, Boulton Road | 339 yd | |
| Masoom Tandoori | 2 Parsons Green Estate, Boulton Road | 339 yd | |
| Alternative Catering Company/Big Fat Greek Meze | 8 Parsons Green Estate, Boulton Road | 346 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens | Unit 6, The Neighbourhood Centre Whitehorse Lane, Great Ashby | 836 yd | |
| The Co-Operative | Co-Operative, 14 - 18 The Oval | 1,026 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Just For Women (Dominate Fitness Ltd) UNIT 1 UNIT 1 WEDGEWOOD WAY | health and fitness suite | 240 yd |
| Changes Gym (Closed) Unit 1 Unit 1 Wedgewood Way | health and fitness suite | 258 yd |
| Renegade Fitness Academy SENATE PLACE SENATE PLACE WHITWORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 495 yd |
| Dominate Fitness Ltd (Closed) Senate Place Senate Place Whitworth Road | health and fitness suite | 588 yd |
| St. Nicholas Park CHERWELL DRIVE | grass pitches | 866 yd |
| Round Diamond Primary School WHITEHORSE LANE | artificial grass pitch | 873 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 | 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 | 70.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.