The Brickfields is in Ware and in East Hertfordshire district. SG12 0AZ is located in the Ware St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertford and Stortford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Brickfields, Ware, SG12 0AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG12 0GG, SG12 0GJ, SG12 0BB, SG12 0GN, SG12 0ED, SG12 0BA, SG12 0DB, SG12 0DR, SG12 0BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SG12 0AZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 51.6% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 51.4% | 48.4% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 33.3% | 41% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 42.5% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -1.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 10.4% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 (91.4%) 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 | 54.6% | 56.7% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 34.7% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 6.2% | 6.7% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 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 SG12 0AZ this area, 7.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.8% | 7.8% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 10.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 18% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 24.3% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.4% | 30.1% | -2.3% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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 | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.5% | 92.7% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 95% | 92.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.6% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 92.8% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 3.6% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Brickfields was 54.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.4% lower than the Ware Priory average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Brickfields has the 25th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Ware Priory and the 193rd highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 175.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 The Brickfields, Ware, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2022-11-30 | £620,319 |
| 24 The Brickfields, Ware, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2021-09-24 | £826,576 |
| 20 The Brickfields, Ware, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2021-04-12 | £703,826 |
| 20 The Brickfields, Ware, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2017-01-25 | £694,012 |
| 18 The Brickfields, Ware, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £368,500 | 2011-07-06 | £642,862 |
SG12 0AZ 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 | 175 |
| Part-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Education | 30 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherine's Church of England Primary School Park Road , SG12 0AW | 3out of 4 | 549 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Broadmeads , SG12 9HY | - not rated | 1,268 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingshill Infant School Heath Drive , SG12 0RL | 4out of 4 | 1,417 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Junior School Heath Drive , SG12 0RL | 3out of 4 | 1,563 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery, Ware New Road , SG12 7BT | 3out of 4 | 1,714 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chauncy School Park Road , SG12 0DP | 4out of 4 | 324 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Presdales School Hoe Lane , SG12 9NX | 4out of 4 | 1,973 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Richard Hale School Hale Road , SG13 8EN | 3out of 4 | 3,394 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Sele School Welwyn Road , SG14 2DG | 3out of 4 | 4,420 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hertford Regional College Scotts Road , SG12 9JF | - not rated | 1,548 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simon Balle All-Through School Mangrove Road , SG13 8AJ | 4out of 4 | 2,964 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewood School Hoe Lane , SG12 9PB | 2out of 4 | 2,083 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton School Walnut Tree Walk , SG12 9PD | 4out of 4 | 2,226 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duncombe School 4 Warren Park Road , Bengeo SG14 3JA | - not rated | 2,798 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haileybury and Imperial Service College , SG13 7NU | - not rated | 4,420 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's in the Park St Mary's Lane , Hertingfordbury SG14 2LX | - not rated | 4,650 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gather And Gather UK Limited | Glaxosmithkline Services Ltd, Priory Street | 675 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd At GlaxoSmithKline | Glaxosmithkline Services Ltd, Park Road | 708 yd | |
| Asda Coffee Shop | Asda, Watton Road | 798 yd | |
| The Mixer | 6 Baldock Street, Ware | 1,035 yd | |
| Ware Tandoori | 18 Baldock Street, Ware | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Maltings | 35 Watton Road, Ware | 798 yd | |
| Rose And Crown | 65 Watton Road, Ware | 798 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | Gladstone Hall, Gladstone Road | 955 yd | |
| Old Bulls Head | 24-26 Baldock Street, Ware | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firtina Ltd | 24B Watton Road, Ware | 798 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 13 Baldock Street, Ware | 1,001 yd | |
| Bombay Spice | 37 Baldock Street, Ware | 1,001 yd | |
| Quality Pizza | 39 Baldock Street, Ware | 1,001 yd | |
| Li's | 12 Baldock Street, Ware | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Watton Road, Ware | 798 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fanshawe Pool & Gym PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 154 yd |
| The Chauncy School PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 230 yd |
| Allenburys Sports & Social Club Harris's Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 675 yd |
| Ware Priory Lido PRIORY STREET | swimming pool | 879 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.