Maddles is in Letchworth Garden City and in North Hertfordshire district. SG6 2QU is located in the Letchworth South East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Hertfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maddles, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG6 2QY, SG6 2QH, SG6 2QX, SG6 2QE, SG6 2QZ, SG6 2QT, SG6 2RF, SG6 2QQ, SG6 2RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SG6 2QU, 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 | 47.8% | 52% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 52.2% | 48% | -4.2% | 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 SG6 2QU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.7% 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 | 31.3% | 44.7% | 13.4% | 37.9% | 6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 32.9% | -14.0% | 44.2% | -11.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 1.8% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10% | 11.9% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 7.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 43% | 41.5% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 34.3% | -4.2% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 19.1% | 5.7% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 SG6 2QU this area, 30.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 30.5% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 10.5% | -8.9% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 15.5% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 11.8% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 20.9% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.2% | 5.1% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 4.1% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.1% | 5.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 83.8% | 80.4% | -3.4% | 81.4% | -1.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 91.1% | 85.9% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 7.2% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 4% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 86.2% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.1% | 10.1% | 9.8% | 0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.6% | 0% | -8.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.4% | 76.7% | -6.3% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.4% | 37.2% | 11.2% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maddles was 55.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.6% lower than the Letchworth South East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maddles has the 21st highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Letchworth South East and the 178th highest crime rate of 414 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Maddles, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2016-06-10 | £334,570 |
| 16 Maddles, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2009-05-07 | £333,661 |
| 15 Maddles, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2006-03-13 | £325,538 |
| 15 Maddles, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £106,500 | 2001-09-28 | £362,305 |
| 16 Maddles, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £66,000 | 1998-11-24 | £315,964 |
SG6 2QU 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 | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 1,478 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nevells Road Nursery School Nevells Road , SG6 4TS | - not rated | 2,459 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lannock Primary School Whiteway , SG6 2PP | - not rated | 454 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Radburn Primary School Radburn Way , SG6 2JZ | - not rated | 652 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garden City Academy Radburn Way , SG6 2JZ | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Junior Mixed School St Mary's Way , SG7 6HY | 3out of 4 | 1,263 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Infants' School St Mary's Way , SG7 6HY | 3out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Willian School Radburn Way , SG6 2JL | - not rated | 680 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Knights Templar School Park Street , SG7 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,137 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Knights Templar School Park Street , SG7 6DZ | - not rated | 2,137 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 | 2,416 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton School Norton Road , SG6 1AF | - not rated | 2,597 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolgrove School Pryor Way , SG6 2PT | - not rated | 405 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolgrove School, Special Needs Academy Pryor Way , SG6 2PT | 3out of 4 | 405 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brandles School Weston Way , SG7 6EY | 3out of 4 | 1,831 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Brandles School Weston Way , SG7 6EY | - not rated | 1,832 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Brandles School Weston Way , SG7 6EY | - not rated | 1,832 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Lunch Club | Kings Community Church Whiteway | 426 yd | |
| North Hertfordshire Leisure Centre | North Hertfordshire Leisure Centre Baldock Road | 874 yd | |
| McDonald's | 1 Avenue One | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackmans Community Centre | Jackmans Community Centre Ivel Court | 792 yd | |
| Hertfordshire FA County Ground | Hertfordshire Fa County Ground Baldock Road | 956 yd | |
| Letchworth Rugby Club | Letchworth Rugby Club Baldock Road | 956 yd | |
| King George IV | King George Iv London Road | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackmans Chippy | 7 Ivel Court | 735 yd | |
| Jaflong | 3 Ivel Court | 735 yd | |
| Fat Jacks | 2 Ivel Court | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 2, 1 Avenue One | 996 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woolgrove School Special Needs Academy PRYOR WAY | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| Garden City Academy RADBURN WAY | grass pitches | 651 yd |
| Jackmans Playing Field VINCENT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 687 yd |
| Letchworth Garden City Rufc BALDOCK ROAD | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| North Herts Leisure Centre BALDOCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 830 yd |
| Pixmore Playing Fields PIXMORE PLAYING FIELD PIXMORE PLAYING FIELD BALDOCK ROAD | grass pitches | 850 yd |
| Hertfordshire Fa - The County Ground Baldock Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 953 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 | 159.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 216.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.