Coachmans Lane is in Baldock and in North Hertfordshire district. SG7 5BN is located in the Baldock West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Hertfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coachmans Lane, Baldock, SG7 5BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG7 5BG, SG7 5BE, SG7 5AA, SG7 5AY, SG7 5AB, SG6 1FJ, SG7 5BJ, SG7 5AP, SG7 6AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SG7 5BN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.6% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.4% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 31.1% | 32.2% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 43% | -0.1% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 10.4% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 15.9% | 11.4% | -4.5% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 46.2% | 39.5% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -8.9% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 38.1% | 8.4% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 13.5% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 8.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23% | 11.9% | -11.1% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 10.6% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 16.5% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.2% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 12.9% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 33.5% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 5.3% | 9.4% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 6.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.8% | 91.9% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 90.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 90.8% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 90.8% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.8% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.6% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 11.7% | 6.0% | 5.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coachmans Lane was 49.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.4% higher than the Baldock East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Coachmans Lane has the 15th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Baldock East and the 200th highest crime rate of 413 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Coachmans Lane, Baldock, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2024-10-23 | £276,892 |
| 36 Coachmans Lane, Baldock, Hertfordshire Other, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2022-10-14 | £119,483 |
| 11 Coachmans Lane, Baldock, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2022-09-16 | £179,440 |
| 41 Coachmans Lane, Baldock, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2022-07-29 | £131,624 |
| 25 Coachmans Lane, Baldock, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-06-30 | £261,818 |
SG7 5BN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 1,210 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School Norton Road , SG6 1AG | 3out of 4 | 890 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Infants' School St Mary's Way , SG7 6HY | 3out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Junior Mixed School St Mary's Way , SG7 6HY | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartsfield Junior Mixed and Infant School Clothall Road , SG7 6PB | 3out of 4 | 1,244 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Roman Catholic Primary School Providence Way , SG7 6TT | 3out of 4 | 1,474 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 | 642 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fearnhill School Icknield Way West , SG6 4BA | 2out of 4 | 3,979 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highfield School Highfield , SG6 3QA | 3out of 4 | 4,090 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 | 4,334 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Etonbury Academy Stotfold Road , SG15 6XS | 2out of 4 | 5,074 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 | 701 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Woolgrove School, Special Needs Academy Pryor Way , SG6 2PT | 3out of 4 | 1,864 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 3,243 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St Christopher School Barrington Road , SG6 3JZ | - not rated | 3,334 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Herts Education Support Centre Briar Patch Lane , SG6 3LY | 4out of 4 | 4,144 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DELL icious | Unit 1, Umo Park Blackhorse Road | 442 yd | |
| St Mary's Baldock PCC | St Marys Church Hall Church Street | 580 yd | |
| The Arena Cafe Bar | Hitchin Town Community Football Club Norton Road | 603 yd | |
| BATCH FIFTY TWO | 4 Church Street | 615 yd | |
| Bombay Bistro | 8, Bell Row High Street | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue Park Sports Club | Baldock Bowls And Cricket Social Club West Avenue | 190 yd | |
| The Orange Tree PH | Orange Tree Inn Norton Road | 374 yd | |
| White Hart | The White Hart, 21 Hitchin Street | 580 yd | |
| The Victoria | 11 Sun Street | 628 yd | |
| White Lion PH | The White Lion, 46 High Street | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baldock spice | 1B Hitchin Street | 580 yd | |
| Baldock Grill | 4 High Street | 632 yd | |
| China Garden | 2 High Street | 632 yd | |
| Baldock Pizza & Burger House | 7 Whitehorse Street | 645 yd | |
| Baldock Fish Bar | 16 High Street | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK Gmbh | Lidl Uk Jubilee Road | 755 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Unit 4 Cotton Brown Park | 869 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra Superstore, 58 High Street | 974 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc Third Avenue | 995 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue Park Sports And Social Club AVENUE PARK RECREATION GROUND AVENUE PARK RECREATION GROUND WEST AVENUE | grass pitches | 261 yd |
| The Arena THE ARENA THE ARENA NORTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 421 yd |
| Knights Templar Sports Centre WESTON WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 435 yd |
| Brandles School WESTON WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 576 yd |
| Bakers Close Playing Field CLOTHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 975 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 | 1,070 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.