John Gilpin Close is in Ware and in East Hertfordshire district. SG12 9FL is located in the Ware Priory electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertford and Stortford. This postcode has been in use since 2018-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about John Gilpin Close, Ware, SG12 9FL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG12 9LZ, SG12 9NE, SG12 9LY, SG12 9QB, SG12 9NT, SG12 9NB, SG12 9NF, SG12 9QL, SG12 9NW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SG12 9FL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.3% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.7% | 0.2% | 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 SG12 9FL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.8% 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 | 31.2% | 42.8% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 36.1% | -12.2% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 12.6% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 5.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 (87.7%) 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 | 43.4% | 51.1% | 7.7% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 36.6% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 7.4% | -6.2% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.2% | 19% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 8.2% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 11.5% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 16.7% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 39% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.6% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Indian | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 90.1% | 84.1% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 2.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 80.1% 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 | 87.1% | 80.1% | -7.0% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 7.8% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 4.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 79.9% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 11.7% | 9.1% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around John Gilpin Close was 168.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 101.7% higher than the Ware Priory average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
John Gilpin Close has the 4th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Ware Priory and the 35th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 John Gilpin Close, Ware, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2021-03-12 | £783,604 |
| 8 John Gilpin Close, Ware, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2020-10-23 | £776,827 |
| 2 John Gilpin Close, Ware, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £568,000 | 2018-12-05 | £662,772 |
| 6 John Gilpin Close, Ware, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2018-10-19 | £758,599 |
| 10 John Gilpin Close, Ware, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2018-08-17 | £757,484 |
SG12 9FL 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 | 125 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rye Park Nursery School Walton Road , EN11 0LN | 4out of 4 | 4,883 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Broadmeads , SG12 9HY | - not rated | 646 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery, Ware New Road , SG12 7BT | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Church of England Primary School Park Road , SG12 0AW | 3out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkspur Academy Tower Road , SG12 7LP | 1out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingshill Infant School Heath Drive , SG12 0RL | 4out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presdales School Hoe Lane , SG12 9NX | 4out of 4 | 383 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Chauncy School Park Road , SG12 0DP | 4out of 4 | 1,692 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Hale School Hale Road , SG13 8EN | 3out of 4 | 4,039 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The John Warner School Stanstead Road , EN11 0QF | 2out of 4 | 4,243 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 359 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 | 3,423 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 | 764 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton School Walnut Tree Walk , SG12 9PD | 4out of 4 | 802 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Amwell View School Station Road , Stanstead Abbotts SG12 8EH | 4out of 4 | 3,013 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haileybury and Imperial Service College , SG13 7NU | - not rated | 3,245 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hailey Hall School Hailey Lane , SG13 7PB | 2out of 4 | 3,481 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflata City | Marsh Lane, Ware | 234 yd | |
| The Music Café UK | 7 Crane Mead Business Park, Crane Mead | 328 yd | |
| Neelakash Restaurant | 3 Amwell End, Ware | 494 yd | |
| Huckleberry Chicken | 7 Amwell End, Ware | 494 yd | |
| Stax's House | 30 Amwell End, Ware | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak Public House | 22 London Road, Ware | 306 yd | |
| Spread Eagle | 37 Amwell End, Ware | 494 yd | |
| The Hop Box | 14 Amwell End, Ware | 534 yd | |
| The Waterside Inn | Bridge Foot, Ware | 587 yd | |
| The Saracen's Head | Saracens Head, Bridge Foot | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noodle King | 29 - 31 Amwell End, Ware | 465 yd | |
| Andrews Fish Bar & Restaurant | 9 Amwell End, Ware | 494 yd | |
| HUCKLEBERRYS | 7 Amwell End, Ware | 494 yd | |
| Crystal Kebabs | 33 Amwell End, Ware | 494 yd | |
| The Lighthouse | 18 Amwell End, Ware | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 1 Star Street, Ware | 547 yd | |
| Tesco | 5-6 West Street, Ware | 864 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Presdales School HOE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 413 yd |
| Ware Drill Hall AMWELL END | 453 yd | |
| Christ Church C Of E Primary School NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 745 yd |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School BROADMEADS | grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Hertford Rugby Football Club Hoe Lane | grass pitches, squash courts | 790 yd |
| Presdales Recreation Ground WALNUT TREE WALK | grass pitches | 853 yd |
| Ware Priory Lido PRIORY STREET | swimming pool | 1,081 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 | 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 | 78.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.13 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.