Church Path is in Great Amwell, Ware and in East Hertfordshire district. SG12 9RB is located in the Great Amwell & Stansteads 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 Church Path, Great Amwell, Ware, SG12 9RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG12 9RA, SG12 9RE, SG12 9RU, SG12 9QZ, SG12 9SW, SG12 9SY, SG12 9SN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SG12 9RB 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 | 48.8% | 51.3% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.2% | 48.7% | -2.5% | 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 vicinity of SG12 9RB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.5% 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 | 23.8% | 20.6% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.1% | 69.5% | 3.4% | 44.2% | 25.3% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.6% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
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 (90.3%) 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 | 61.1% | 60.8% | -0.3% | 48.4% | 12.4% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 29.5% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 6.6% | 8.8% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 9RB this area, 8.5% 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 | 10.7% | 8.5% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 8.5% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 15.8% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.1% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 18.4% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.9% | 42.3% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.7% | 93.8% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 96.2% | 92.7% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92.7% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.6% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.4% | 37.2% | -5.8% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Path was 81.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.4% higher than the Great Amwell & Stansteads average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Path has the 6th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Great Amwell & Stansteads and the 107th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Orchard, 3 Church Path, Ware, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,575,000 | 2022-11-10 | £1,628,337 |
| 1 Church Path, Ware, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £822,375 | 2015-07-17 | £1,138,167 |
| 5 Church Path, Ware, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £698,000 | 2012-05-29 | £1,238,503 |
| 1 Church Path, Ware, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2009-01-06 | £1,345,139 |
| 9 Church Path, Ware, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £820,000 | 2007-09-28 | £1,454,974 |
SG12 9RB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
SG12 9RB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rye Park Nursery School Walton Road , EN11 0LN | 4out of 4 | 3,488 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School Hillside Lane , Great Amwell SG12 9SE | 3out of 4 | 755 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery, Ware New Road , SG12 7BT | 3out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Broadmeads , SG12 9HY | - not rated | 2,043 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hertford Heath Primary and Nursery School Woodland Road , Hertford Heath SG13 7QW | 3out of 4 | 2,228 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Mill Race , Stanstead Abbotts SG12 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,259 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,279 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| The John Warner School Stanstead Road , EN11 0QF | 2out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chauncy School Park Road , SG12 0DP | 4out of 4 | 3,076 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Hale School Hale Road , SG13 8EN | 3out of 4 | 4,492 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Robert Barclay Academy Cock Lane , EN11 8JY | 2out of 4 | 5,038 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,745 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 | 3,848 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton School Walnut Tree Walk , SG12 9PD | 4out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinewood School Hoe Lane , SG12 9PB | 2out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Amwell View School Station Road , Stanstead Abbotts SG12 8EH | 4out of 4 | 1,615 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hailey Hall School Hailey Lane , SG13 7PB | 2out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Haileybury and Imperial Service College , SG13 7NU | - not rated | 2,356 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dine Contract Catering | Cu Phosco, Suite 2 Ground Floor | 432 yd | |
| Choppy's @ Waggon And Horses | Waggon And Horses, Pepper Hill | 505 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George The Fourth | Cautherly Lane, Great Amwell | 289 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fratelli Pizza | Byfield Nursery, Gypsy Lane | 626 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Presdales Recreation Ground WALNUT TREE WALK | grass pitches | 1,009 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 | 77.8% |
| 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 | 22.2% |
| Median download speed | 23.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 32.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 32.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.33 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.