Vinegar Hill is in Hatch, Sandy and in Mid Bedfordshire district. SG19 1PR is located in the Northill 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 Vinegar Hill, Hatch, Sandy, SG19 1PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SG19 1PR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 51% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 SG19 1PR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.4% 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 | 24.4% | 23.7% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 59.4% | 2.3% | 44.2% | 15.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 12.3% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 46.9% | 49.2% | 2.3% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 35.3% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 13.4% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 14.4% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 10.4% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 13.5% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.8% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 15.6% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 38.3% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.8% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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 | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 90.9% | 95.8% | 4.9% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 96.6% | 92.6% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 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 | 95.2% | 92.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.5% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vinegar Hill was 136.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 139.3% higher than the Northill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vinegar Hill has the 3rd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Northill and the 78th highest crime rate of 873 local areas in Central Bedfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 49.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Vinegar Hill, Sandy, Central Bedfordshire Other, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2021-06-04 | £744,891 |
| 1 Vinegar Hill, Sandy, Central Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2019-06-10 | £435,724 |
| 1 Vinegar Hill, Sandy, Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2007-03-29 | £460,220 |
| 1 Vinegar Hill, Sandy, Bedfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,000 | 1998-08-13 | £429,665 |
SG19 1PR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SG19 1PR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lawns Nursery School The Baulk , SG18 0PT | - not rated | 4,260 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldecote Church of England Academy Manor Place , Upper Caldecote SG18 9DA | 3out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldecote VC Lower School Manor Place , Upper Caldecote SG18 9DA | - not rated | 1,508 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northill CofE VA Lower School Bedford Road , Northill SG18 9AH | - not rated | 1,530 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northill CofE Academy Bedford Road , Northill SG18 9AH | 3out of 4 | 1,530 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's Church of England VC Primary School Ivel Road , SG19 1AX | 3out of 4 | 2,524 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Secondary School Engayne Avenue , SG19 1BL | - not rated | 3,650 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Peake CofE VC School Potton Road , SG18 0EJ | - not rated | 4,293 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stratton Upper School and Community College Eagle Farm Road , SG18 8JB | - not rated | 4,872 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stratton School Eagle Farm Road , SG18 8JB | - not rated | 4,872 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandye Place Academy Park Road , SG19 1JD | - not rated | 2,460 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandye Place Middle School Park Road , SG19 1JD | - not rated | 2,460 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmemead Middle School Mead End , SG18 8JU | - not rated | 5,155 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivel Valley School & College Hitchmead Road , SG18 0NL | 3out of 4 | 4,696 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hitchmead School Hitchmead Road , SG18 0NL | - not rated | 4,835 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Biggleswade Campus The Oaks , Potton Road SG18 0EP | - not rated | 5,100 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 90.9% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.