High Street is in Watton At Stone, Hertford and in East Hertfordshire district. SG14 3RZ is located in the Watton-at-Stone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Hertfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, Watton At Stone, Hertford, SG14 3RZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG14 3SB, SG14 3SD, SG14 3NZ, SG14 3SU, SG14 3SF, SG14 3SS, SG14 3TW, SG14 3RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SG14 3RZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.8% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.2% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 SG14 3RZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% 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 | 17.8% | 17.4% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -20.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 58.3% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 10.9% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 10% | 9.1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48% | 53.1% | 5.1% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 29.8% | -7.3% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 12% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
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 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.5% | 14.5% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 8.7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 9.4% | -8.8% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 12.3% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.1% | 50% | 13.9% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 96.9% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 95.1% | 93.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 92.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 58.3% | 46.2% | 12.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 58.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.7% higher than the Hertford Rural average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
High Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Hertford Rural and the 173rd highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.8%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136 High Street, Hertford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £637,500 | 2022-11-10 | £667,403 |
| 124 High Street, Hertford, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2015-08-03 | £791,117 |
| 146 High Street, Hertford, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2015-06-12 | £1,540,891 |
| 132A High Street, Hertford, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2015-02-23 | £647,850 |
| 128 High Street, Hertford, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £397,500 | 2011-10-06 | £696,968 |
SG14 3RZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SG14 3RZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watton-at-Stone Primary and Nursery School Rectory Lane , Watton-At-Stone SG14 3SG | 3out of 4 | 294 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stapleford Primary School Church Lane , Stapleford SG14 3NB | 3out of 4 | 2,690 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Datchworth Hollybush Lane , Datchworth SG3 6RE | 3out of 4 | 3,982 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tonwell St Mary's Church of England Primary School Ware Road , Tonwell SG12 0HN | 2out of 4 | 4,050 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Munden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Little Munden Primary School , Church Lane SG12 0NR | 3out of 4 | 4,546 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Mount School Woodhall Park , Watton At Stone SG14 3NG | - not rated | 1,598 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crumbs Bakery & Cafe | 119F High Street, Watton At Stone | 116 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bull | 113 High Street, Watton At Stone | 116 yd | |
| George And Dragon | 82 High Street, Watton At Stone | 318 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune's House | 121 High Street, Watton At Stone | 116 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Watton At Stone Community Hall And Recreation Ground WATTON AT STONE COMMUNITY SPORTS HALL WATTON AT STONE COMMUNITY SPORTS HALL SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 198 yd |
| Watton At Stone Community Hall (Closed) School Lane | 199 yd | |
| Watton-At-Stone Primary School RECTORY LANE | grass pitches | 403 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 | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| 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 | 139.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 179.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.