Hydean Way is in Stevenage and in Stevenage district. SG2 9YD is located in the Shephall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stevenage. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hydean Way, Stevenage, SG2 9YD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG2 9SH, SG2 9TP, SG2 9SR, SG2 9YH, SG2 9SG, SG2 9XY, SG2 9SL, SG2 9TR, SG2 9YN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SG2 9YD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 52.5% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 46.4% | 47.5% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 31% | 34.7% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 43.9% | 0.4% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 10.7% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 7.3% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 46.4% | 52.8% | 6.4% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 30.1% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 13.4% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.2% | 23% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 11.3% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 17% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.2% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 17.4% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 22.6% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 7.5% | 4.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 5.9% | 7.9% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 5.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 86.7% | 81.8% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 81.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 81.1% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -2.1% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 10% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 5% | 4.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.9% | 81.6% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 11.3% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 4.7% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0.6% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Romania | 3.8% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.4% | 37.2% | 13.2% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hydean Way was 48.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.9% lower than the Longmeadow average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hydean Way has the 15th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Longmeadow and the 81st lowest crime rate of 248 local areas in Stevenage .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 174 Hydean Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-09-09 | £325,000 |
| 200 Hydean Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £274,000 | 2022-06-23 | £278,246 |
| 180 Hydean Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-05-03 | £289,416 |
| 174 Hydean Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-12-17 | £263,784 |
| 198 Hydean Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £253,000 | 2021-05-27 | £283,579 |
SG2 9YD 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peartree Way Nursery School Peartree Way , SG2 9EA | 3out of 4 | 537 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peartree Spring Primary School Hydean Way , SG2 9GG | 3out of 4 | 214 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Featherstone Wood Primary School Featherston Road , SG2 9PP | 2out of 4 | 542 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashtree Primary School and Nursery Chertsey Rise , SG2 9JQ | 2out of 4 | 836 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longmeadow Primary School Oaks Cross , Broadwater SG2 8LT | 3out of 4 | 1,072 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shephalbury Park Primary School Burydale , Broadwater SG2 8AX | 3out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnwell School Barnwell , SG2 9SW | 2out of 4 | 315 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marriotts School Brittain Way , SG2 8UT | 3out of 4 | 1,374 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nobel School Mobbsbury Way , SG2 0HS | 3out of 4 | 2,324 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barclay Academy Walkern Road , SG1 3RB | 2out of 4 | 3,602 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Thomas Alleyne Academy High Street , SG1 3BE | 3out of 4 | 3,783 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Hertfordshire College Monkswood Way , SG1 1LA | - not rated | 2,059 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenside School Shephall Green , SG2 9XS | 3out of 4 | 487 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley School Broadhall Way , SG2 9BN | 3out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lonsdale School Brittain Way , SG2 8UT | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stevenage Education Support Centre Collenswood Road , SG2 9HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,840 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Larwood School Larwood Drive , SG1 5BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,542 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bengal Lounge | 23 The Hyde, Stevenage | 172 yd | |
| Lace Lounge Restaurant | Lace Lounge, 7 - 9 The Hyde | 173 yd | |
| Hyde Chicken | 20 The Hyde, Stevenage | 238 yd | |
| The Hyde Restaurant | 18 The Hyde, Stevenage | 238 yd | |
| Hyde Cafe Ltd | 22 The Hyde, Stevenage | 238 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shephall Tavern | 16 The Hyde, Stevenage | 172 yd | |
| Old Red Lion | Old Red Lion PH, Hydean Way | 412 yd | |
| The Pied Piper | The Pied Piper, Oaks Cross | 836 yd | |
| The Coopers Inn | The Coopers Inn, Magpie Crescent | 994 yd | |
| The Peartree Public House | Valley Way, Stevenage | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Fish Bar | 19 The Hyde, Stevenage | 181 yd | |
| Farm House Pizza | 10 The Hyde, Stevenage | 195 yd | |
| New World | 31 The Hyde, Stevenage | 238 yd | |
| Sea Breeze Fish And Chips | 8 Burwell Road, Stevenage | 631 yd | |
| Big Chef | 6 Burwell Road, Stevenage | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Store | Co-Op, 14 The Hyde | 193 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Plc | Magpie Crescent, Stevenage | 994 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barnwell School (Upper) BARNWELL | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 345 yd |
| Featherstone Wood Primary School FEATHERSTON ROAD | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| Peartree Park PEARTREE WAY | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| Barnwell School (Middle) SHEPHALL GREEN | grass pitches, tennis courts | 609 yd |
| Ridlins Playing Field GONVILLE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 769 yd |
| Stevenage Fc Academy Shephalbury Sports Academy Shephalbury Sports Academy Broadhall Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 772 yd |
| Ashtree Primary School CHERTSEY RISE | grass pitches | 840 yd |
| Ridlins Wood Athletics Track Woodcock Road | athletics tracks | 855 yd |
| Shephalbury Park SHEPHALBURY PARK SHEPHALBURY PARK BROADHALL WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 932 yd |
| Barnwell School (East) (Closed) Collenswood Road | grass pitches | 940 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 217.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.