Green Street is in Royston and in North Hertfordshire district. SG8 7BA is located in the Royston Palace 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 Green Street, Royston, SG8 7BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG8 7BB, SG8 7BE, SG8 5PX, SG8 7DG, SG8 5PY, SG8 7AZ, SG8 7XA, SG8 7DP, SG8 7DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SG8 7BA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% 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 | 52.5% | 47.5% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 52.5% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 SG8 7BA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.1% 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 | 28.2% | 26.3% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 59.1% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 14.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.2% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 4.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (85.7%) 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 | 46.6% | 46% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 39.7% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 12% | 2.3% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.3% | 12% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 9.7% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.9% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.5% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 14.7% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.8% | 42.2% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 8.4% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.3% | 97% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 93.8% | 93% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 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 | 93.1% | 92.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.2% | 37.2% | 14.0% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Green Street was 37.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.9% lower than the Royston Meridian average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Green Street has the 6th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Royston Meridian and the 156th lowest crime rate of 413 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Green Street, Royston, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-12-20 | £428,740 |
| 50 Green Street, Royston, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £323,000 | 2021-03-01 | £377,124 |
| 48 Green Street, Royston, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2019-07-30 | £398,513 |
| 48 Green Street, Royston, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2016-03-29 | £408,575 |
| 50 Green Street, Royston, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2015-01-05 | £360,000 |
SG8 7BA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roman Way Academy Burns Road , SG8 5EQ | 1out of 4 | 422 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School Melbourn Road , SG8 7DB | 4out of 4 | 695 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Icknield Walk First School Poplar Drive , SG8 7EZ | 4out of 4 | 948 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tannery Drift School Tannery Drift , SG8 5DE | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Studlands Rise First School Studlands Rise , SG8 9HB | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bassingbourn Village College South End , Bassingbourn SG8 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,676 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Melbourn Village College The Moor , Melbourn SG8 6EF | 3out of 4 | 4,761 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King James Academy Royston Garden Walk , SG8 7JH | 3out of 4 | 791 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Meldreth Manor School Fenny Lane , Meldreth SG8 6LG | - not rated | 5,399 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royston BMX Racing Club | Land Off Burns Road | 297 yd | |
| Cravin Coffee | Royston Railway Station Kneesworth Street | 656 yd | |
| The Mughal Kitchen | 7 Kneesworth Street | 768 yd | |
| Royston Evangelical Church | Evangelical Church York Way | 841 yd | |
| No.41 | 41 Kneesworth Street | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royston Town F.C. | Royston Town Football Club Garden Walk | 610 yd | |
| Royston Royal British Legion | The Royal British Legion Mill Road | 615 yd | |
| Casino Caterers at Royston Conservative Club | 18 - 20 Kneesworth Street | 990 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 18 - 20 Kneesworth Street | 990 yd | |
| King James Pub | 14 Kneesworth Street | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Sun | 16 Burns Road | 323 yd | |
| British Raj Express | 73 Kneesworth Street | 656 yd | |
| Georges Fish and Chips | 43A Icknield Walk | 891 yd | |
| Fish'n Chick'n | 17 - 21 Kneesworth Street | 990 yd | |
| Wing On | 5 Melbourn Street | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 5 Queens Road | 647 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd Old North Road | 1,084 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coombes Community Centre BURNS ROAD | 293 yd | |
| Royston Rockets Bmx Track Burns Road | cycling | 397 yd |
| Royston Town Football Club GARDEN WALK | grass pitches | 491 yd |
| Roysia Middle School BURNS ROAD | grass pitches | 540 yd |
| The Greneway School GARDEN WALK | grass pitches | 547 yd |
| St Marys Roman Catholic School MELBOURN ROAD | grass pitches | 596 yd |
| Royston Leisure Centre WOODCOCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 609 yd |
| Meridian School GARDEN WALK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 657 yd |
| Icknield Walk School POPLAR CLOSE | grass pitches | 852 yd |
| Wilmotts Gym 4-5 THE QUADRANT 4-5 THE QUADRANT NEWARK CLOSE | health and fitness suite | 908 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 149 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.