Fordwich Rise is in Hertford and in East Hertfordshire district. SG14 2DE is located in the Hertford Sele 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 Fordwich Rise, Hertford, SG14 2DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG14 2DF, SG14 2BJ, SG14 2BE, SG14 2BN, SG14 2BL, SG14 2DZ, SG14 2BW, SG14 2EB, SG14 2BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SG14 2DE has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49% | 50% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 31.9% | 33.5% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 50% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 10.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 3.6% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 48.1% | 54.9% | 6.8% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 33.2% | -5.5% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 9.7% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 2DE 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 56.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.8% | 7.2% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 4% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.8% | 8.5% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 17.5% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.4% | 56.5% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 22.7% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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 | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 94.2% | 93.1% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 92.6% | 91% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.7% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 91.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 0% | -7.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fordwich Rise was 116.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.6% higher than the Hertford Sele average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Fordwich Rise has the 4th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Hertford Sele and the 61st highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 1377.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 Fordwich Rise, Hertford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £755,000 | 2023-05-26 | £812,303 |
| 96 Fordwich Rise, Hertford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £766,800 | 2021-01-15 | £871,477 |
| 88 Fordwich Rise, Hertford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2020-09-25 | £820,415 |
| 76 Fordwich Rise, Hertford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2020-09-03 | £905,286 |
| 90 Fordwich Rise, Hertford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £822,500 | 2020-08-24 | £935,794 |
SG14 2DE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollybush Primary School Fordwich Rise , SG14 2DF | 3out of 4 | 37 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School North Road , SG14 2BU | - not rated | 535 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hertford St Andrew CofE Primary School Calton Avenue , SG14 2EP | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Mead Primary School Port Vale , SG14 3AA | 3out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bengeo Primary School The Avenue , Bengeo SG14 3DX | 3out of 4 | 1,727 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sele School Welwyn Road , SG14 2DG | 3out of 4 | 294 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Hale School Hale Road , SG13 8EN | 3out of 4 | 1,758 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Chauncy School Park Road , SG12 0DP | 4out of 4 | 4,527 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Presdales School Hoe Lane , SG12 9NX | 4out of 4 | 5,169 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 | 5,138 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 | 2,337 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's in the Park St Mary's Lane , Hertingfordbury SG14 2LX | - not rated | 1,031 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Duncombe School 4 Warren Park Road , Bengeo SG14 3JA | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinewood School Hoe Lane , SG12 9PB | 2out of 4 | 4,935 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton School Walnut Tree Walk , SG12 9PD | 4out of 4 | 5,043 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haileybury and Imperial Service College , SG13 7NU | - not rated | 5,406 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Voluntary Service Tea Bar | Hertford County Hospital, North Road | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Griffin | Windsor Drive, Hertford | 377 yd | |
| The Millstream | 88 Port Vale, Hertford | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bengeo Tigers F.C | The Sele School, Welwyn Road | 364 yd | |
| Carleys | 22 Fleming Crescent, Hertford | 414 yd | |
| Mind The Gap Newsagents | Hertford North Railway Station, North Road | 449 yd | |
| Londis Hertford | 133-135 Hertingfordbury Road, Hertford | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO-OP Store | 26-34 Fleming Crescent, Hertford | 414 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi, Gascoyne Way | 1,092 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Sele School Welwyn Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 365 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School NORTH ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 515 yd |
| St Joseph'S In The Park ST. MARYS LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 967 yd |
| Hertingfordbury Park West Street | grass pitches | 988 yd |
| Hertingfordbury Recreation Ground ST. MARYS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,036 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 111.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 328.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 328.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.