Rowan Crescent is in Biggleswade and in Mid Bedfordshire district. SG18 0NJ is located in the Biggleswade East 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 Rowan Crescent, Biggleswade, SG18 0NJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG18 0PG, SG18 0NZ, SG18 0NH, SG18 0NF, SG18 0HL, SG18 0NL, SG18 0NY, SG18 0PB, SG18 0NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SG18 0NJ 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 | 53.1% | 51.5% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.5% | 1.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.9% | 38.7% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.1% | 37.8% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 4.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 11.3% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 13.1% | 7.7% | -5.4% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 42.5% | 36.9% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 36.2% | -3.7% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 17.3% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 7.4% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 26.1% | -0.5% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.1% | 10.8% | -11.3% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 20.3% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.2% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 14.9% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 18.9% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.8% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 95.9% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 92.7% | 90.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 90.7% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.5% | 76.7% | -8.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 25.2% | 13.5% | 11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rowan Crescent was 20.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.1% lower than the Biggleswade East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rowan Crescent has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Biggleswade East and the 155th lowest crime rate of 871 local areas in Central Bedfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Rowan Crescent, Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2018-05-25 | £340,276 |
| 74 Rowan Crescent, Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2017-07-12 | £309,384 |
| 80 Rowan Crescent, Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2016-02-12 | £304,294 |
| 74 Rowan Crescent, Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2011-04-19 | £285,947 |
| 69 Rowan Crescent, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £193,950 | 2007-03-15 | £374,046 |
SG18 0NJ 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawnside Academy Lawnside , SG18 0LX | 2out of 4 | 290 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE VC Lower School Brunts Lane , SG18 0LY | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldecote Church of England Academy Manor Place , Upper Caldecote SG18 9DA | 1out of 4 | 3,364 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton CofE VA Lower School High Street , SG19 2NE | 4out of 4 | 3,828 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langford Village Academy Church Street , Langford SG18 9QA | 3out of 4 | 3,873 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biggleswade Academy Mead End , SG18 8JU | 3out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stratton Upper School Eagle Farm Road , SG18 8JB | 2out of 4 | 492 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edward Peake CofE VC Middle School Potton Road , SG18 0EJ | 3out of 4 | 844 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Potton Middle School Mill Lane , SG19 2PG | 3out of 4 | 5,465 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivel Valley School Hitchmead Road , SG18 0NL | 3out of 4 | 287 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Biggleswade Campus The Oaks , Potton Road SG18 0EP | - not rated | 2,076 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddle & Spoke at Stratton House Hotel | London Road, Biggleswade | 537 yd | |
| The Gardeners Arms | 37 Potton Road, Biggleswade | 640 yd | |
| The Bespoke Bakery Tea Room | The Chic House, 4 London Road | 672 yd | |
| The Shack | 95 High Street, Biggleswade | 695 yd | |
| Pera Kitchen | 50 High Street, Biggleswade | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Yorkshire Grey | 140 London Road, Biggleswade | 793 yd | |
| The Golden Pheasant | 71 High Street, Biggleswade | 892 yd | |
| The Rose Inn | 75 High Street, Biggleswade | 892 yd | |
| Flutters Leisure Ltd | Bingo Hall, Station Road | 929 yd | |
| Biggleswade United Working Mens Club | 10 Church Street, Biggleswade | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Periasta | 81 High Street, Biggleswade | 736 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 97 High Street, Biggleswade | 736 yd | |
| Town Grill | 58 High Street, Biggleswade | 781 yd | |
| Indian Spice | 81A High Street, Biggleswade | 795 yd | |
| Nuxie's Kitchen | 75 High Street, Biggleswade | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Retail Unit 1, Purcell Place | 850 yd | |
| Iceland | Units 2 and 3, 22 Market Square | 945 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stratton Upper School EAGLE FARM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 295 yd |
| Ivel Valley School HITCHMEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| Stratton Way Recreation Ground STRATTON WAY | grass pitches | 395 yd |
| Eagle Farm Road Recreation Ground EAGLE FARM ROAD | grass pitches | 590 yd |
| Edward Peake C Of E Middle School POTTON ROAD | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| St Andrews Lower School East Bantock Way | grass pitches | 964 yd |
| Lifestyles@Saxon SAXON DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,055 yd |
| Keytone Leisure Ltd (Closed) 10a 10a High Street | health and fitness suite | 1,091 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 174.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.78 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.