The Waterfront is in Hertford and in East Hertfordshire district. SG14 1SD is located in the Hertford Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertford and Stortford. This postcode has been in use since 2006-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Waterfront, Hertford, SG14 1SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG14 1SS, SG14 1GF, SG14 1SE, SG14 1SQ, SG14 1RZ, SG14 1FJ, SG14 1SN, SG14 1SR, SG13 7GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SG14 1SD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51.5% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.9% | 48.5% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 SG14 1SD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.7% 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 | 57.4% | 54.7% | -2.7% | 37.9% | 16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.9% | 24.1% | 0.2% | 44.2% | -20.1% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 5.7% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 11.8% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 3.8% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (87.9%) 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 | 53.9% | 58.3% | 4.4% | 48.4% | 9.9% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 29.6% | -5.7% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 8% | 9.1% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 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.
In the area around SG14 1SD this area, 7.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 56.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.5% | 7.2% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 5.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 10% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 13.9% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.6% | 56.9% | 3.3% | 33.8% | 23.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 6% | 4.3% | -1.7% | 3.1% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 90% | 85.5% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 4.1% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 77.4% 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 | 86.7% | 77.4% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -5.8% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 8.3% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 4.8% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 4.8% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.7% | 77.1% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 17.3% | 14.0% | 9.8% | 7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 1.7% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 3.5% | 13.5% | -10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.6% | 37.2% | 13.4% |
| Christian | 35.1% | 46.2% | -11.1% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Waterfront was 161.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 131.2% higher than the Hertford Bengeo average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Waterfront has the 9th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Hertford Bengeo and the 38th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 The Waterfront, Hertford, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-03-28 | £226,789 |
| 82 The Waterfront, Hertford, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2024-07-31 | £300,949 |
| 61 The Waterfront, Hertford, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,855 | 2024-04-05 | £314,792 |
| 60 The Waterfront, Hertford, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2024-01-26 | £351,160 |
| 78 The Waterfront, Hertford, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2023-12-06 | £480,866 |
SG14 1SD 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 | 121 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 49 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 32 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Education | 25 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abel Smith School Churchfields , Greencoates SG13 8AE | 4out of 4 | 619 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Mead Primary School Port Vale , SG14 3AA | 3out of 4 | 678 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bengeo Primary School The Avenue , Bengeo SG14 3DX | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School North Road , SG14 2BU | - not rated | 1,461 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheatcroft Primary School Stanstead Road , SG13 7HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,503 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Hale School Hale Road , SG13 8EN | 3out of 4 | 948 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Sele School Welwyn Road , SG14 2DG | 3out of 4 | 2,073 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chauncy School Park Road , SG12 0DP | 4out of 4 | 2,878 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Presdales School Hoe Lane , SG12 9NX | 4out of 4 | 3,363 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hertford Regional College Scotts Road , SG12 9JF | - not rated | 3,340 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 | 968 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duncombe School 4 Warren Park Road , Bengeo SG14 3JA | - not rated | 532 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's in the Park St Mary's Lane , Hertingfordbury SG14 2LX | - not rated | 2,059 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinewood School Hoe Lane , SG12 9PB | 2out of 4 | 3,137 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton School Walnut Tree Walk , SG12 9PD | 4out of 4 | 3,250 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haileybury and Imperial Service College , SG13 7NU | - not rated | 4,010 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mead Lane Cafe | 13 Mead Lane, Hertford | 189 yd | |
| Hartham Leisure Centre Cafe | Hartham Leisure Centre, Hartham Lane | 219 yd | |
| Roam Espresso Ltd | 16A Dicker Mill, Hertford | 247 yd | |
| Veyso's Brasserie | 97 Fore Street, Hertford | 335 yd | |
| Hertford Methodist Church Trustees | Hertford Methodist Church, Ware Road | 335 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jungle Bar | 117 Fore Street, Hertford | 289 yd | |
| Lord Haig | 15 South Street, Hertford | 312 yd | |
| Hertford Bell | 24 Railway Street, Hertford | 354 yd | |
| The Old Barge | 2 The Folly, Hertford | 354 yd | |
| The Hummingbird | 130 Fore Street, Hertford | 364 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl Milk Bar | 53 Railway Street, Hertford | 258 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 7-10 Warren Place, Railway Street | 265 yd | |
| Number One Chinese Takeaway | 7 Ware Road, Hertford | 315 yd | |
| Pizza Go Go | 5 Ware Road, Hertford | 315 yd | |
| Bosphorus Kebab | 136 Fore Street, Hertford | 364 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Ware Road, Hertford | 187 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 140-144 Fore Street, Hertford | 364 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 26 Old Cross, Hertford | 555 yd | |
| CO-OP Store | 19 Bengeo Street, Bengeo | 771 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi, Gascoyne Way | 910 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hartham Leisure Centre HARTHAM LEISURE CENTRE HARTHAM LEISURE CENTRE HARTHAM LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 221 yd |
| Hartham Common & Kingsmead Hartham | grass pitches, tennis courts | 343 yd |
| Hertfordshire Fire And Rescue FIRE STATION FIRE STATION OLD LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 436 yd |
| Elite Fitness (Hertford) (Closed) 2-4 2-4 Railway Street | health and fitness suite | 441 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Hertford) MADFORD RETAIL PARK MADFORD RETAIL PARK WARE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 496 yd |
| Bengeo Sports Ground NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 777 yd |
| Simon Balle School MANGROVE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 859 yd |
| Richard Hale School HALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 920 yd |
| Hertford Cricket Club Mangrove Road | grass pitches | 1,035 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 | 60.0% |
| 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 | 111.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 46.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.