Norton Road is in Baldock and in North Hertfordshire district. SG7 5AP is located in the Baldock 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 Norton Road, Baldock, SG7 5AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG7 5AY, SG7 6AD, SG7 5BE, SG7 5AS, SG7 6AT, SG7 5AW, SG7 6AQ, SG7 6AE, SG7 6XS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SG7 5AP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 46.6% | 48.7% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 53.4% | 51.3% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.9% | 27.4% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 49.2% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 10.7% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 8.3% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 49.6% | 54.3% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 5.9% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 32.8% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 10.6% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 1.3% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 SG7 5AP this area, 7.9% 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 53%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9% | 7.9% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 6.3% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 11.5% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 15.4% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.5% | 53% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 19.2% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97% | 94.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.7% 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 | 92.2% | 88.7% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.7% | 88.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.9% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 0.3% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norton Road was 98.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 251.1% higher than the Baldock East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norton Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Baldock East and the 68th highest crime rate of 413 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Norton Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2016-05-25 | £818,889 |
| 1 Norton Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2001-03-16 | £887,526 |
| 3 Norton Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,250 | 1999-11-30 | £1,018,487 |
| 3 Norton Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 1996-04-03 | £876,646 |
SG7 5AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Way Nursery School Weston Way , SG7 6HD | 4out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsfield Junior Mixed and Infant School Clothall Road , SG7 6PB | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Infants' School St Mary's Way , SG7 6HY | 3out of 4 | 1,008 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Junior Mixed School St Mary's Way , SG7 6HY | 3out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School Norton Road , SG6 1AG | 3out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Roman Catholic Primary School Providence Way , SG7 6TT | 3out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Knights Templar School Park Street , SG7 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 367 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fearnhill School Icknield Way West , SG6 4BA | 2out of 4 | 4,257 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highfield School Highfield , SG6 3QA | 3out of 4 | 4,330 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 | - not rated | 4,530 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Etonbury Academy Stotfold Road , SG15 6XS | 2out of 4 | 5,299 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandles School Weston Way , SG7 6EY | - not rated | 532 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Woolgrove School, Special Needs Academy Pryor Way , SG6 2PT | 3out of 4 | 1,919 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 3,481 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St Christopher School Barrington Road , SG6 3JZ | - not rated | 3,525 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Herts Education Support Centre Briar Patch Lane , SG6 3LY | 4out of 4 | 4,378 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Baldock PCC | St Marys Church Hall Church Street | 297 yd | |
| Bombay Bistro | 8, Bell Row High Street | 316 yd | |
| BATCH FIFTY TWO | 4 Church Street | 317 yd | |
| Baldock Town Hall | Town Hall High Street | 327 yd | |
| The Lancer Indian Cuisine | 14C High Street | 347 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue Park Sports Club | Baldock Bowls And Cricket Social Club West Avenue | 116 yd | |
| The Orange Tree PH | Orange Tree Inn Norton Road | 166 yd | |
| White Hart | The White Hart, 21 Hitchin Street | 275 yd | |
| The Victoria | 11 Sun Street | 336 yd | |
| White Lion PH | The White Lion, 46 High Street | 486 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baldock spice | 1B Hitchin Street | 275 yd | |
| Baldock Grill | 4 High Street | 327 yd | |
| China Garden | 2 High Street | 327 yd | |
| Baldock Fish Bar | 16 High Street | 347 yd | |
| Baldock Pizza & Burger House | 7 Whitehorse Street | 350 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Extra Superstore, 58 High Street | 723 yd | |
| Lidl UK Gmbh | Lidl Uk Jubilee Road | 964 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Unit 4 Cotton Brown Park | 1,036 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue Park Sports And Social Club AVENUE PARK RECREATION GROUND AVENUE PARK RECREATION GROUND WEST AVENUE | grass pitches | 138 yd |
| Knights Templar Sports Centre WESTON WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 252 yd |
| The Arena THE ARENA THE ARENA NORTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 399 yd |
| Brandles School WESTON WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 445 yd |
| Bakers Close Playing Field CLOTHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 670 yd |
| Hartsfield Junior Mixed And Infant School CLOTHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 836 yd |
| St Marys Ce Junior School ST MARY'S COFE (VC) JUNIOR SCHOOL ST MARY'S COFE (VC) JUNIOR SCHOOL ST MARYS WAY | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| St Mary'S Infants' School ST MARY'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND (VC) INFANT SCHOOL ST MARY'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND (VC) INFANT SCHOOL ST MARYS WAY | grass pitches | 1,027 yd |
| St John'S Catholic Primary School PROVIDENCE WAY | grass pitches | 1,093 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.