London Road is in Langley, Hitchin and in North Hertfordshire district. SG4 7PQ is located in the Hitchwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hitchin and Harpenden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about London Road, Langley, Hitchin, SG4 7PQ 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 area surrounding SG4 7PQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 52% | 48.8% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 48% | 51.2% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 SG4 7PQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 20.1% | 31.5% | 11.4% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 51.9% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 3.7% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 7.4% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 9% | 5.6% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 53.7% | 46% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 36% | 37.5% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 13% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.9% | 13.6% | 1.7% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 9.3% | 0.3% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 26.9% | 15.4% | -11.5% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 4.3% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 16% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 40.7% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 6.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0.6% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 97.1% | 88.7% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.5% 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% | 91.5% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 90.1% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.9% | 8.9% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around London Road was 60.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.5% higher than the Cadwell average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
London Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Cadwell and the 161st highest crime rate of 413 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnybank Farm London Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,125,000 | 2018-02-15 | £1,263,268 |
| Dyes Farm House London Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2013-05-07 | £357,682 |
| Dyes Farm London Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2011-09-09 | £1,373,677 |
SG4 7PQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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 7PQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service 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 | 4,765 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolenwick Junior School Bridge Road West , SG1 2NU | 2out of 4 | 2,352 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolenwick Infant and Nursery School Bridge Road West , SG1 2NU | 4out of 4 | 2,352 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Letchmore Infants' and Nursery School Letchmore Road , SG1 3PS | 4out of 4 | 3,460 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairlands Primary School Pound Avenue , SG1 3JA | 3out of 4 | 3,482 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Primary School Back Lane , Preston SG4 7UJ | 3out of 4 | 3,515 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Thomas Alleyne Academy High Street , SG1 3BE | 3out of 4 | 3,279 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School Hitchin Road , SG1 4AE | 3out of 4 | 3,322 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barclay Academy Walkern Road , SG1 3RB | 2out of 4 | 3,598 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marriotts School Brittain Way , SG2 8UT | 3out of 4 | 5,022 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnwell School Barnwell , SG2 9SW | 2out of 4 | 5,368 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 3,258 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Helena College School Lane , Preston SG4 7RT | - not rated | 3,242 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley School Broadhall Way , SG2 9BN | 3out of 4 | 4,268 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Larwood School Larwood Drive , SG1 5BZ | 3out of 4 | 4,313 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingshott School Stevenage Road , St Ippolyts SG4 7JX | - not rated | 4,879 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lonsdale School Brittain Way , SG2 8UT | 3out of 4 | 5,016 yd | Community special school | Yes | 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.