The Twitchell is in Baldock and in North Hertfordshire district. SG7 6DW 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 The Twitchell, Baldock, SG7 6DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG7 6DR, SG7 6DP, SG7 6DN, SG7 6JZ, SG7 6BE, SG7 6AZ, SG7 6PB, SG7 6XR, SG7 6AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SG7 6DW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 50.6% | 48.5% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 49.4% | 51.5% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 | 33.9% | 34.1% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.3% | 41.4% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 4.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 12.1% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 8.2% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 51.3% | 51.5% | 0.2% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 30.8% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 15.4% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 12% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 9.9% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 8.6% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.4% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 21% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.7% | 42.1% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 8.3% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 84.8% | 88% | 3.2% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 87.6% 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 | 86.3% | 87.6% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| European Union | 3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 3.4% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.2% | 87.6% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.2% | 10.2% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.5% | 0% | -9.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.1% | 37.2% | 5.9% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Twitchell was 56.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 102.0% higher than the Baldock East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Twitchell has the 16th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Baldock East and the 170th highest crime rate of 413 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 The Twitchell, Baldock, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2025-03-04 | £232,665 |
| 21 The Twitchell, Baldock, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-07-14 | £241,847 |
| 27 The Twitchell, Baldock, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2018-06-18 | £229,765 |
| 27 The Twitchell, Baldock, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2015-12-01 | £192,707 |
| 17 The Twitchell, Baldock, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2015-06-10 | £247,366 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Way Nursery School Weston Way , SG7 6HD | 4out of 4 | 1,013 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 | 425 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Roman Catholic Primary School Providence Way , SG7 6TT | 3out of 4 | 869 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Infants' School St Mary's Way , SG7 6HY | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Junior Mixed School St Mary's Way , SG7 6HY | 3out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School Norton Road , SG6 1AG | 3out of 4 | 1,643 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 332 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fearnhill School Icknield Way West , SG6 4BA | 2out of 4 | 4,761 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highfield School Highfield , SG6 3QA | 3out of 4 | 4,781 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 | 4,885 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandles School Weston Way , SG7 6EY | - not rated | 626 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Woolgrove School, Special Needs Academy Pryor Way , SG6 2PT | 3out of 4 | 2,142 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher School Barrington Road , SG6 3JZ | - not rated | 3,912 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis College Broadway , SG6 3PJ | - not rated | 3,933 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| North Herts Education Support Centre Briar Patch Lane , SG6 3LY | 4out of 4 | 4,821 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe | Baldock Community Centre Simpson Drive | 96 yd | |
| Cafe Plus | 6 High Street | 190 yd | |
| Pixie's | 24A High Street | 190 yd | |
| The Lancer Indian Cuisine | 14C High Street | 194 yd | |
| Dizi | 14B High Street | 194 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Lion PH | The White Lion, 46 High Street | 209 yd | |
| The Cock OBH limited | The Cock, 43 High Street | 223 yd | |
| The Victoria | 11 Sun Street | 256 yd | |
| White Hart | The White Hart, 21 Hitchin Street | 263 yd | |
| The Engine | The Engine, 3 Station Road | 320 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baldock Fish Bar | 16 High Street | 194 yd | |
| Priory Picnics | 10A Whitehorse Street | 199 yd | |
| Maltings Fish and Chips | 46A High Street | 209 yd | |
| Baldock Grill | 4 High Street | 213 yd | |
| China Garden | 2 High Street | 213 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Extra Superstore, 58 High Street | 503 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bakers Close Playing Field CLOTHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 133 yd |
| Hartsfield Junior Mixed And Infant School CLOTHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 347 yd |
| Knights Templar Sports Centre WESTON WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 554 yd |
| Avenue Park Sports And Social Club AVENUE PARK RECREATION GROUND AVENUE PARK RECREATION GROUND WEST AVENUE | grass pitches | 626 yd |
| Brandles School WESTON WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 661 yd |
| St John'S Catholic Primary School PROVIDENCE WAY | grass pitches | 738 yd |
| The Arena THE ARENA THE ARENA NORTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 751 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 | 58.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 193.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.