Chennells Close is in Hitchin and in North Hertfordshire district. SG4 0EA is located in the Hitchin Walsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hitchin and Harpenden. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chennells Close, Hitchin, SG4 0EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG4 0QF, SG4 0QT, SG4 0QE, SG4 0RJ, SG4 0RQ, SG4 0QG, SG4 0QU, SG4 0BP, SG4 0QJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SG4 0EA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 52.7% | 52% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SG4 0EA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.9% | 44.8% | 5.9% | 37.9% | 6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 39.6% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 6.8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 4.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.6% | 53.6% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 5.2% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 35.5% | -4.1% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 7.3% | 9.2% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.7% | 12.2% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 8.1% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 7.7% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 3.7% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 15.4% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.2% | 51.6% | 11.4% | 33.8% | 17.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.2% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 5.5% | 6.3% | 0.8% | 3.1% | 3.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 1% | -2.6% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 6.9% | 5.6% | -1.3% | 0.9% | 4.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 74.2% | 80.9% | 6.7% | 81.4% | -0.5% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 86.9% 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 | 86.9% | 86.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.6% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.2% | 3.9% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| British Overseas | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.8% | 86.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 9.8% | 9.4% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.4% | 0% | -12.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 33.2% | 46.2% | -13.0% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 5.2% | 0.9% | 4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chennells Close was 48.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.7% higher than the Hitchin Walsworth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Chennells Close has the 10th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Hitchin Walsworth and the 206th highest crime rate of 413 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Chennells Close, Hitchin, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-01-06 | £158,097 |
| 8 Chennells Close, Hitchin, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-10-08 | £270,254 |
| 9 Chennells Close, Hitchin, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-05-31 | £305,146 |
| 16 Chennells Close, Hitchin, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-06-28 | £137,382 |
| 44 Chennells Close, Hitchin, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £331,350 | 2022-03-25 | £343,622 |
SG4 0EA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
SG4 0EA 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 | 116 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York Road Nursery School York Road , SG5 1XA | 4out of 4 | 1,722 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School Cambridge Road , SG4 0JP | 3out of 4 | 261 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Purwell Primary School Fairfield Way , SG4 0PU | 3out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin Benslow Lane , SG4 9RD | 4out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Ransom Primary School Stuart Drive , SG4 9QB | 4out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Catholic Primary School Old Hale Way , SG5 1XT | 2out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Highfield School Highfield , SG6 3QA | 3out of 4 | 1,522 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hitchin Girls' School Highbury Road , SG4 9RS | 4out of 4 | 1,790 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Priory School Bedford Road , SG5 2UR | 3out of 4 | 1,948 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hitchin Boys' School Grammar School Walk , SG5 1JB | 4out of 4 | 1,964 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Fearnhill School Icknield Way West , SG6 4BA | 2out of 4 | 2,047 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Herts Education Support Centre Briar Patch Lane , SG6 3LY | 4out of 4 | 1,468 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 2,367 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St Christopher School Barrington Road , SG6 3JZ | - not rated | 2,467 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingshott School Stevenage Road , St Ippolyts SG4 7JX | - not rated | 2,714 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolgrove School, Special Needs Academy Pryor Way , SG6 2PT | 3out of 4 | 4,447 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gardener's Retreat Restaurant | The Rose Gardens Cambridge Road | 671 yd | |
| Rich-blend | The Gatehouse, Cam Centre Wilbury Way | 852 yd | |
| Emil Dale School of Performing Arts | 60 Wilbury Way | 907 yd | |
| Station Shop | Hitchin Railway Station Walsworth Road | 1,024 yd | |
| Puccino's | Hitchin Railway Station Walsworth Road | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverain Bowls Club | Riverain Bowls Club Woolgrove Road | 392 yd | |
| The Anchor | The Anchor, 84 Cambridge Road | 512 yd | |
| The Millstream Public House | The Millstream, 97 Cambridge Road | 595 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 124 Cambridge Road | 335 yd | |
| Golden Express Thai Takeaway | 130 Cambridge Road | 345 yd | |
| Polcaros | 139 Cambridge Road | 512 yd | |
| Harry's Coconut Shack | Unit 11, Wilbury Court, 29 Wilbury Way | 852 yd | |
| Cantina Carnitas | 12 Wallace Way | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highover Junior Mixed And Infant School CAMBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 153 yd |
| Walsworth Common WOOLGROVE ROAD | grass pitches | 588 yd |
| Riverain Bowls Club Ltd WOOLGROVE ROAD | indoor bowls | 655 yd |
| North Hertfordshire College (Hitchin Campus) CAMBRIDGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 770 yd |
| Peak Fitness Centre WILBURY WAY | health and fitness suite | 988 yd |
| Purwell Primary School FAIRFIELD WAY | grass pitches | 1,000 yd |
| Cadwell Lane Playing Field CADWELL GREEN CADWELL GREEN CADWELL LANE | grass pitches | 1,052 yd |
| Brooks Gym WILBURY WAY | health and fitness suite | 1,054 yd |
| Zone Fitness (Closed) Unit 2 Unit 2 Station Approach | health and fitness suite | 1,063 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 | 77.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 124.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.