Kingsley Avenue is in Stotfold, Hitchin and in Mid Bedfordshire district. SG5 4EX is located in the Arlesey & Fairfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Bedfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 2007-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsley Avenue, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG5 4JJ, SG5 4FY, SG5 4FZ, SG5 4FX, SG5 4GT, SG5 4FS, SG5 4GL, SG5 4BU, SG5 4FJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SG5 4EX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 51.5% | 49.8% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.2% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 SG5 4EX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.3% 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 | 24.8% | 24.5% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.1% | 61.3% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 17.1% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 6% | 8.6% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 (94.6%) 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 | 68.2% | 66.6% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 18.2% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 28% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 4.1% | 4% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -8.7% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
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.
In the area around SG5 4EX this area, 4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 55%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 18.2% | -14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 4.7% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 12.9% | 0.1% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 19% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 59.1% | 55% | -4.1% | 33.8% | 21.2% |
| Other | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 84% | 87.6% | 3.6% | 81.4% | 6.2% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 88.5% 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 | 86.4% | 88.5% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 5.3% | 3.7% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.7% | 88.8% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 8.8% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 1.2% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 1.2% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 3.2% | 13.5% | -10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Sikh | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsley Avenue was 34.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.1% lower than the Arlesey & Fairfield average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Kingsley Avenue has the 24th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Arlesey & Fairfield and the 317th lowest crime rate of 871 local areas in Central Bedfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 2 Marlborough Terrace Kingsley Avenue, Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2021-12-17 | £258,091 |
| Apartment 2 Marlborough Terrace Kingsley Avenue, Hitchin, Central Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2013-05-03 | £409,314 |
| Apartment 2 Marlborough Terrace Kingsley Avenue, Hitchin, Bedfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £240,000 | 2008-06-17 | £341,106 |
SG5 4EX 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.
SG5 4EX 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 | 218 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Way Nursery School Weston Way , SG7 6HD | 4out of 4 | 5,273 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Park Lower School Dickens Boulevard , SG5 4FD | 4out of 4 | 586 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gothic Mede Academy High Street , SG15 6SL | 3out of 4 | 1,365 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill School Western Close , SG6 4SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,531 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roecroft Lower School Buttercup Road , Stotfold SG5 4PF | 4out of 4 | 1,981 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfields Infants and Nursery School Burley , SG6 4PT | 3out of 4 | 2,181 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fearnhill School Icknield Way West , SG6 4BA | 2out of 4 | 3,231 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highfield School Highfield , SG6 3QA | 3out of 4 | 4,184 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Knights Templar School Park Street , SG7 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 4,863 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory School Bedford Road , SG5 2UR | 3out of 4 | 5,461 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etonbury Academy Stotfold Road , SG15 6XS | 2out of 4 | 2,054 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pix Brook Academy Arlesey Road , SG5 4HB | - not rated | 2,296 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henlow Church of England Academy Church Road , SG16 6AN | 3out of 4 | 4,282 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 3,903 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| North Herts Education Support Centre Briar Patch Lane , SG6 3LY | 4out of 4 | 4,316 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher School Barrington Road , SG6 3JZ | - not rated | 4,599 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brandles School Weston Way , SG7 6EY | - not rated | 4,868 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Woolgrove School, Special Needs Academy Pryor Way , SG6 2PT | 3out of 4 | 5,031 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bannatyne Fitness Ltd | Bannatyne's Health Club & Spa, Fairfield Hall | 108 yd | |
| Thornes Garden Nursery | Thornes Poultry Centre And Garden Nursery Stotfold Road | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Bowls Club | Kingsley Avenue, Stotfold | 106 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bannatyne Health Club (Fairfield) FAIRFIELD HALL FAIRFIELD HALL HITCHIN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 83 yd |
| Fairfield Park PALMERSTON WAY | grass pitches | 254 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.