Hawthorn Hill is in Letchworth Garden City and in North Hertfordshire district. SG6 4HF is located in the Letchworth Norton 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 Hawthorn Hill, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 4HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG6 4HG, SG6 4HJ, SG6 4HH, SG6 4HQ, SG6 4JG, SG6 4HE, SG6 4HL, SG6 4JQ, SG6 4HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SG6 4HF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.6% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.4% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 4HF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.5% 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 | 17.9% | 15.5% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -22.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.6% | 66.5% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 22.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 8% | 9.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.8% | 45.6% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 37.5% | 5.9% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 13.1% | -7.1% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.2% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 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 46.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19% | 11% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 7.3% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 11.8% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 5.7% | -0.8% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.6% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.8% | 46.3% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 12.5% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.6% | 92.9% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 93.3% | 89.8% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 90.5% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.4% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 0.4% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hawthorn Hill was 14.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.6% lower than the Letchworth Norton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hawthorn Hill has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Letchworth Norton and the 45th lowest crime rate of 414 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Hawthorn Hill, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2025-11-27 | £461,754 |
| 31 Hawthorn Hill, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2020-12-14 | £578,221 |
| 41 Hawthorn Hill, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £342,000 | 2019-02-15 | £407,199 |
| 37 Hawthorn Hill, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2018-04-26 | £518,513 |
| 33 Hawthorn Hill, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2016-02-29 | £569,380 |
SG6 4HF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SG6 4HF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 125 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevells Road Nursery School Nevells Road , SG6 4TS | - not rated | 640 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Way Nursery School Weston Way , SG7 6HD | 4out of 4 | 3,117 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arlesey Nursery School and Childcare Centre High Street , SG15 6SL | - not rated | 3,669 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| York Road Nursery School York Road , SG5 1XA | 4out of 4 | 5,203 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 | 883 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilbury Junior School Bedford Road , SG6 4DU | - not rated | 883 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfields Infants and Nursery School Burley , SG6 4PT | 2out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill School Western Close , SG6 4SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,095 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Icknield Infant and Nursery School Archers Way , SG6 4UN | - not rated | 1,146 yd | Community school | 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 | 937 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 | 1,203 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fearnhill School Icknield Way West , SG6 4BA | 3out of 4 | 1,728 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willian School Radburn Way , SG6 2JL | - not rated | 2,210 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highfield School Highfield , SG6 3QA | - not rated | 2,259 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 3,910 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Etonbury Academy Stotfold Road , SG15 6XS | 3out of 4 | 4,215 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Etonbury Middle School Stotfold Road , SG15 6XS | - not rated | 4,215 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 | 610 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 1,625 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 1,625 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher School Barrington Road , SG6 3JZ | - not rated | 2,211 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Herts Education Support Centre Briar Patch Lane , SG6 3LY | - not rated | 2,366 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Letchworth Outdoor Swimming Pool | Letchworth Swimming Pool Icknield Way | 508 yd | |
| The Salvation Army | Salvation Army Norton Way North | 627 yd | |
| Norton Way Honda | Norton Way Motors Honda Norton Way North | 692 yd | |
| Greenway Café and Shop | Standalone Farm Wilbury Road | 748 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | 54 Station Road | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Community Centre | The Grange Community Centre Middlefields | 782 yd | |
| Letchworth Conservative Club | 1 Birds Hill | 822 yd | |
| The Platform also t/a K-Town, Chik Box and Locked and Loaded | The Platform Station Place | 839 yd | |
| Garden City Brewery | 22 The Wynd | 878 yd | |
| Crafty's Beer shop | 15 Leys Avenue | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kims | 6, The Parade Southfields | 713 yd | |
| Ming Wah | 58 Station Road | 761 yd | |
| Shish Grill | 4 Station Parade | 781 yd | |
| Oh My Cod | 5 Station Parade | 787 yd | |
| Great Wall | 3 Howard Park Corner | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 102 Bedford Road | 757 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express Middlefields | 782 yd | |
| WM MORRISON SUPERMARKETS LIMITED | Morrisons Superstore Broadway | 939 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 46 - 48 Eastcheap | 1,021 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | 16 - 20 Central Approach | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norton Common NORTON COMMON NORTON COMMON ICKNIELD WAY | tennis courts | 329 yd |
| Letchworth Outdoor Pool ICKNIELD WAY | swimming pool | 512 yd |
| Letchworth Settlement NEVELLS ROAD | 664 yd | |
| The Letchworth Club SPIRELLA BUILDING SPIRELLA BUILDING BRIDGE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 719 yd |
| Norton (Closed) Norton Road | grass pitches | 923 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 | 71.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.