Mowbray Crescent is in Stotfold, Hitchin and in Central Bedfordshire district. SG5 4DS is located in the Stotfold electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Bedfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 2003-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mowbray Crescent, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG5 4DX, SG5 4RP, SG5 4DY, SG5 4DZ, SG5 4DG, SG5 4DH, SG5 4QR, SG5 4EA, SG5 4EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SG5 4DS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 51.5% | 53.1% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 48.5% | 46.9% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 25.4% | 28.1% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 45.4% | -10.7% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 7% | 12% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 9.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) 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 | 51.8% | 53.8% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 32% | 31.4% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 12.2% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 25% | 19.9% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 11.8% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 14.6% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.1% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 19.5% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 26.8% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.2% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 4.6% | 1.9% | -2.7% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.1% | 96.5% | 2.4% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 95% | 95.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 95.5% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 4.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mowbray Crescent was 53.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.0% lower than the Arlesey & Fairfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mowbray Crescent has the 30th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Arlesey & Fairfield and the 347th highest crime rate of 874 local areas in Central Bedfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 The Mowbrays Mowbray Crescent, Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-05-22 | £201,589 |
| 2 The Mowbrays Mowbray Crescent, Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2018-01-29 | £172,086 |
| 3 The Mowbrays Mowbray Crescent, Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2006-10-20 | £239,311 |
| 4 The Mowbrays Mowbray Crescent, Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2005-10-20 | £178,275 |
| 4 The Mowbrays Mowbray Crescent, Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £100,000 | 2003-10-24 | £178,000 |
SG5 4DS 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Other | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arlesey Nursery School and Childcare Centre High Street , SG15 6SL | - not rated | 3,033 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nevells Road Nursery School Nevells Road , SG6 4TS | - not rated | 4,658 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Way Nursery School Weston Way , SG7 6HD | 4out of 4 | 5,398 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's CofE Academy Stotfold Rook Tree Lane , Stotfold SG5 4DL | 3out of 4 | 463 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's VC Lower School Rook Tree Lane , Stotfold SG5 4DL | - not rated | 463 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roecroft Lower School Buttercup Road , Stotfold SG5 4PF | - not rated | 953 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gothic Mede Lower School High Street , SG15 6SL | - not rated | 2,706 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gothic Mede Academy High Street , SG15 6SL | 3out of 4 | 2,706 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norton School Norton Road , SG6 1AF | - not rated | 3,696 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Henlow Church of England Academy Church Road , SG16 6AN | - not rated | 4,366 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Knights Templar School Park Street , SG7 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 4,711 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Knights Templar School Park Street , SG7 6DZ | - not rated | 4,711 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Da Vinci Studio School of Creative Enterprise The Old Grammar School , Broadway SG6 3PA | - not rated | 5,233 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pix Brook Academy Arlesey Road , SG5 4HB | 3out of 4 | 452 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Etonbury Academy Stotfold Road , SG15 6XS | 3out of 4 | 1,402 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Etonbury Middle School Stotfold Road , SG15 6XS | - not rated | 1,402 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Henlow VC Middle School Church Road , SG16 6AN | - not rated | 4,366 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City Montessori School 269 Icknield Way , SG6 4UE | - not rated | 4,346 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brandles School Weston Way , SG7 6EY | - not rated | 4,877 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Brandles School Weston Way , SG7 6EY | - not rated | 4,877 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Brandles School Weston Way , SG7 6EY | 3out of 4 | 4,877 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| South Lodge School High Street , SG7 6BX | - not rated | 5,374 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Box of Cakes | The Simpson Centre, Hallsworth Drive | 582 yd | |
| Ruth's Coffee Shop | 57 High Street, Stotfold | 632 yd | |
| India Lodge | 49 High Street, Stotfold | 669 yd | |
| Randalls Tea Room | Stotfold Watermill & Nature Reserve, Stotfold Mill | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stotfold Conservative Club | 93 Regent Street, Stotfold | 81 yd | |
| The Crown | 39 The Green, Stotfold | 388 yd | |
| The Stag | 35 Brook Street, Stotfold | 703 yd | |
| The Chequers | 33 Queen Street, Stotfold | 744 yd | |
| Stotfold Bowls Club | Clubhouse, Brook Street | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evin Kebab & Pizza House | 51 High Street, Stotfold | 669 yd | |
| Curry Hut | 53 High Street, Stotfold | 669 yd | |
| Peking House | 102 High Street, Stotfold | 785 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Mulberry Close, Stotfold | 768 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roker Park ROKER PARK ROKER PARK THE GREEN | grass pitches | 406 yd |
| St Marys Church Of England Academy Stotfold ROOK TREE LANE | grass pitches | 457 yd |
| Riverside Playing Fields DROVERS LANE | grass pitches | 665 yd |
| Hitchin Road Recreation Ground FORDHAM COURTYARD | grass pitches | 875 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 59.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.