Rowan Crescent is in Letchworth Garden City and in North Hertfordshire district. SG6 4EY is located in the Letchworth Wilbury 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 Rowan Crescent, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 4EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG6 4DF, SG6 4DN, SG6 4EX, SG6 4DJ, SG6 4EZ, SG6 4DR, SG6 4DL, SG6 4ES, SG6 4AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SG6 4EY has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.4% | 50% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.6% | 50% | 1.4% | 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 vicinity of SG6 4EY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.3% 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 | 23.6% | 23.5% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.1% | 63.3% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 19.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -6.3% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 7.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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% | 51.3% | -2.4% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 28.9% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 15.1% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
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 51.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.3% | 11.6% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 6% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 10% | -7.3% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.2% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 14.3% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.1% | 51.4% | 12.3% | 33.8% | 17.6% |
| Other | 5.3% | 1.6% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 3.4% | 4.7% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 90% | 88.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 7.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85% 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 | 88.3% | 85% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 5.7% | 2.0% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.4% | 85% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 13.3% | 11.9% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.3% | 0% | -8.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Sikh | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rowan Crescent was 52.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.6% lower than the Letchworth Wilbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rowan Crescent has the 6th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Letchworth Wilbury and the 190th highest crime rate of 414 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Rowan Crescent, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £668,000 | 2025-03-31 | £664,813 |
| 17 Rowan Crescent, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-02-27 | £433,973 |
| 2 Rowan Crescent, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2023-05-04 | £596,878 |
| 19 Rowan Crescent, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £605,500 | 2022-09-26 | £634,731 |
| 1 Rowan Crescent, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2022-09-06 | £723,310 |
SG6 4EY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SG6 4EY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevells Road Nursery School Nevells Road , SG6 4TS | - not rated | 394 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Way Nursery School Weston Way , SG7 6HD | 4out of 4 | 3,321 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arlesey Nursery School and Childcare Centre High Street , SG15 6SL | - not rated | 3,857 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| York Road Nursery School York Road , SG5 1XA | 4out of 4 | 4,702 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilbury Junior School Bedford Road , SG6 4DU | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilbury Junior School Bedford Road , SG6 4DU | - not rated | 481 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Icknield Infant and Nursery School Archers Way , SG6 4UN | - not rated | 679 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury Primary and Nursery School West View , SG6 3QN | - not rated | 1,129 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillshott Infant School and Nursery Ridge Avenue , SG6 1QE | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Da Vinci Studio School of Creative Enterprise The Old Grammar School , Broadway SG6 3PA | - not rated | 769 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fearnhill School Icknield Way West , SG6 4BA | 3out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton School Norton Road , SG6 1AF | - not rated | 1,387 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highfield School Highfield , SG6 3QA | - not rated | 1,748 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highfield School Highfield , SG6 3QA | 3out of 4 | 1,748 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,355 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Etonbury Academy Stotfold Road , SG15 6XS | 3out of 4 | 4,592 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Etonbury Middle School Stotfold Road , SG15 6XS | - not rated | 4,592 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | 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 | 790 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher School Barrington Road , SG6 3JZ | - not rated | 1,829 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Herts Education Support Centre Briar Patch Lane , SG6 3LY | - not rated | 1,858 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rico's Coffee | Letchworth Railway Station Station Place | 471 yd | |
| Chicken and Pizza Lounge | 3 Station Parade | 519 yd | |
| Dragon King | 14 - 16 Station Road | 549 yd | |
| Cherries and Tea | 3 - 5 Eastcheap | 591 yd | |
| L'Artista | 9 Eastcheap | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Platform also t/a K-Town, Chik Box and Locked and Loaded | The Platform Station Place | 558 yd | |
| Crafty's Beer shop | 15 Leys Avenue | 644 yd | |
| Arena Tavern | 3 Arena Parade | 655 yd | |
| ABC Snooker and Social Club | 24 Leys Avenue | 698 yd | |
| The Three Magnets | 18 - 20 Leys Avenue | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shish Grill | 4 Station Parade | 520 yd | |
| Oh My Cod | 5 Station Parade | 526 yd | |
| Golden City | 4A Bursland | 566 yd | |
| Pasha Fish Bar | 4B Bursland | 566 yd | |
| Subway | 7 Eastcheap | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 102 Bedford Road | 415 yd | |
| WM MORRISON SUPERMARKETS LIMITED | Morrisons Superstore Broadway | 550 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 46 - 48 Eastcheap | 705 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | 16 - 20 Central Approach | 752 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Letchworth Club SPIRELLA BUILDING SPIRELLA BUILDING BRIDGE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 292 yd |
| Norton Common NORTON COMMON NORTON COMMON ICKNIELD WAY | tennis courts | 614 yd |
| Archers Way Recreation Ground ARCHERS WAY | grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Letchworth Settlement NEVELLS ROAD | 694 yd | |
| Letchworth Outdoor Pool ICKNIELD WAY | swimming pool | 771 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 | 64.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.