Manor Way is in Letchworth Garden City and in North Hertfordshire district. SG6 3NL is located in the Letchworth South West 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 Manor Way, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG6 3NN, SG6 3NJ, SG6 3NH, SG6 3NW, SG6 3TX, SG6 3NF, SG6 3UB, SG6 3TY, SG6 3UA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SG6 3NL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% 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% | 54.2% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 48.5% | 45.8% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
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 SG6 3NL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 73.1% 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 | 16.2% | 14.1% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -23.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.6% | 73.1% | 2.5% | 44.2% | 28.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 8.4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 (87.9%) 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 | 51.5% | 50% | -1.5% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 37.9% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 11% | 2.3% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 3NL this area, 8.3% 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 55.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.4% | 8.3% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.8% | 4.4% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 13.2% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 12.7% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.9% | 55.7% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 21.9% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 6.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 91.7% | 89.4% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 87.9% 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 | 93.6% | 87.9% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 4.2% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4.5% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 87.9% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.7% | 8.7% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0.4% | -6.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.3% | 76.7% | 17.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 2.3% | 13.5% | -11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 5.7% | 0.9% | 4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Way was 14.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.4% lower than the Letchworth South East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Manor Way has the 9th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Letchworth South East and the 46th lowest crime rate of 414 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Manor Way, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £826,000 | 2011-04-28 | £1,506,150 |
| 23 Manor Way, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 1997-12-05 | £1,241,667 |
SG6 3NL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
SG6 3NL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SG6 3NL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevells Road Nursery School Nevells Road , SG6 4TS | - not rated | 1,971 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Way Nursery School Weston Way , SG7 6HD | 4out of 4 | 3,614 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| York Road Nursery School York Road , SG5 1XA | 4out of 4 | 3,814 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lordship Farm Primary School Fouracres , SG6 3UF | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School Highfield , SG6 3QB | - not rated | 1,096 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School Highfield , SG6 3QB | 3out of 4 | 1,096 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury Primary and Nursery School West View , SG6 3QN | - not rated | 1,223 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pixmore Junior School Rushby Mead , SG6 1RS | - not rated | 1,313 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Highfield School Highfield , SG6 3QA | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highfield School Highfield , SG6 3QA | 3out of 4 | 1,037 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Da Vinci Studio School of Creative Enterprise The Old Grammar School , Broadway SG6 3PA | - not rated | 1,412 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fearnhill School Icknield Way West , SG6 4BA | 3out of 4 | 1,935 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willian School Radburn Way , SG6 2JL | - not rated | 2,041 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Christopher School Barrington Road , SG6 3JZ | - not rated | 481 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Herts Education Support Centre Briar Patch Lane , SG6 3LY | - not rated | 950 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 1,005 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 1,005 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garden City Montessori School 269 Icknield Way , SG6 4UE | - not rated | 2,334 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health Fitness and Wellbeing | Nuffield Health Fitness And Wellbeing Centre Letchworth Lane | 108 yd | |
| Muddy Lane Cafe | Letchworth Tennis Club Muddy Lane | 416 yd | |
| Nourish | Rosehill Hospital Hitchin Road | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Letchworth Golf Club | Letchworth Golf Club Letchworth Lane | 144 yd | |
| The Grounds of Letchworth Corner Sports | Letchworth Cricket Club Whitethorn Lane | 394 yd | |
| PBC Catering Services Ltd | The Cloisters Barrington Road | 563 yd | |
| Lawrence Cloisters Trust Ltd | The Cloisters Barrington Road | 563 yd | |
| Dimples | The Golf House Willian Way | 578 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Letchworth Golf Club LETCHWORTH LANE | golf | 139 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Letchworth Garden City) LETCHWORTH LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 281 yd |
| Letchworth Sports And Tennis Club MUDDY LANE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 382 yd |
| St Christopher School BARRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 480 yd |
| The Letchworth Par 3 Family Golf Centre THE GOLF HOUSE THE GOLF HOUSE WILLIAN WAY | golf | 489 yd |
| Lordship Farm School FOURACRES | artificial grass pitch | 625 yd |
| Letchworth Corner Sports Club Whitethorn Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 836 yd |
| St Francis College BROADWAY | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,007 yd |
| The Highfield School HIGHFIELD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,040 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.