Glebe Avenue is in Arlesey and in Mid Bedfordshire district. SG15 6UP is located in the Arlesey & Fairfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Bedfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glebe Avenue, Arlesey, SG15 6UP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG15 6UR, SG15 6UL, SG15 6UN, SG15 6XX, SG15 6XU, SG15 6UQ, SG15 6UH, SG15 6UU, SG15 6YG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SG15 6UP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 51.5% | 48.6% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 48.5% | 51.4% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 25.9% | 34.3% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 41% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -3.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 15.3% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 6.3% | -2.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.4% | 38.2% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 33.8% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 17.4% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 9.1% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 1.6% | -2.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.3% | 24.6% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 12.3% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 5.6% | -0.8% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 21.3% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 16% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4.1% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 99% | 93.7% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 94.1% | 91.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 2% | 5.4% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 90.9% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 7.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glebe Avenue was 44.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.7% lower than the Arlesey & Fairfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glebe Avenue has the 35th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Arlesey & Fairfield and the 436th lowest crime rate of 871 local areas in Central Bedfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.0%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Glebe Avenue, Arlesey, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £351,500 | 2019-10-18 | £440,630 |
| 18 Glebe Avenue, Arlesey, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2019-05-16 | £460,449 |
| 11 Glebe Avenue, Arlesey, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2018-02-16 | £421,444 |
| 8 Glebe Avenue, Arlesey, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £288,000 | 2017-04-20 | £373,018 |
| 21 Glebe Avenue, Arlesey, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2014-10-30 | £417,187 |
SG15 6UP 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gothic Mede Academy High Street , SG15 6SL | 3out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Raynsford Church of England Academy Park Lane , SG16 6AT | 3out of 4 | 1,933 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derwent Lower School Hitchin Road , SG16 6BA | 3out of 4 | 2,867 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roecroft Lower School Buttercup Road , Stotfold SG5 4PF | 4out of 4 | 2,955 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Academy Stotfold Rook Tree Lane , Stotfold SG5 4DL | 3out of 4 | 3,112 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Whitbread Academy Shefford Road , Clifton SG17 5QS | 3out of 4 | 4,446 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etonbury Academy Stotfold Road , SG15 6XS | 2out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Henlow Church of England Academy Church Road , SG16 6AN | 3out of 4 | 1,825 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pix Brook Academy Arlesey Road , SG5 4HB | - not rated | 2,330 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Oak | 85 Church Lane, Arlesey | 339 yd | |
| The White Horse | 243 High Street, Arlesey | 705 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 | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.