Beldam Avenue is in Royston and in North Hertfordshire district. SG8 9UH is located in the Royston Meridian 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 Beldam Avenue, Royston, SG8 9UH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG8 9UJ, SG8 9UQ, SG8 9UR, SG8 9UW, SG8 9UG, SG8 9UL, SG8 9UN, SG8 9ER, SG8 9EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SG8 9UH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 53.2% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 49.6% | 46.8% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 9UH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.6% 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 | 25.8% | 25.3% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 62.6% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 18.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7.4% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.7%) 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 | 57% | 52% | -5.0% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 36.7% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 8% | 9.9% | 1.9% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 11.3% | 10.6% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.6% | 9.3% | -12.3% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 12.6% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 20.3% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.3% | 39.5% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 5.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.9% | 92.8% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 93.4% | 92.6% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 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% | 93% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 50.1% | 46.2% | 3.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beldam Avenue was 19.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.4% lower than the Royston Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beldam Avenue has the 6th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Royston Heath and the 62nd lowest crime rate of 413 local areas in North Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Beldam Avenue, Royston, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-02-13 | £441,984 |
| 21 Beldam Avenue, Royston, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-06-03 | £403,790 |
| 23 Beldam Avenue, Royston, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-12-12 | £405,817 |
| 19 Beldam Avenue, Royston, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £412,500 | 2023-09-08 | £449,514 |
| 7 Beldam Avenue, Royston, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2022-07-26 | £386,854 |
SG8 9UH 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 | 138 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studlands Rise First School Studlands Rise , SG8 9HB | 3out of 4 | 411 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School Melbourn Road , SG8 7DB | 4out of 4 | 895 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Icknield Walk First School Poplar Drive , SG8 7EZ | 4out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tannery Drift School Tannery Drift , SG8 5DE | 3out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Way Academy Burns Road , SG8 5EQ | 1out of 4 | 1,960 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,907 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 | 1,435 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lounge India Royston | 35 Market Hill | 448 yd | |
| The Market House | 9 - 11 Market Hill, Saffron Walden | 477 yd | |
| Mangos of the Caribbean Ltd | The Old Court House Market Hill | 490 yd | |
| Birch's | Units 8-10, Corn Exchange Market Hill | 515 yd | |
| The Chequers Thai Royston | The Chequers, 58 High Street | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Man | The Green Man, 37 Market Hill | 448 yd | |
| Bar 11 | 11 John Street | 662 yd | |
| Royston Manor House | Royston Manor House, 14 Melbourn Street | 742 yd | |
| Casino Caterers at Royston Conservative Club | 18 - 20 Kneesworth Street | 847 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 18 - 20 Kneesworth Street | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus House | 25 Market Hill | 514 yd | |
| Royston Best Grill | 54 High Street | 592 yd | |
| Royston Kitchen Kebab | 1 George Lane | 604 yd | |
| Royston Tandoori | 4 George Lane | 604 yd | |
| Viva Pizza | 19 High Street | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 26 Market Hill | 535 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Royston Outdoor Pool (Closed) Newmarket Road | swimming pool | 573 yd |
| Bodyworks Gymnasium (Closed) Angel Pavement | health and fitness suite | 573 yd |
| St Marys Roman Catholic School MELBOURN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Icknield Walk School POPLAR CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,033 yd |
| Royston Golf Club Baldock Road | golf | 1,086 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 | 73.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.