Bury Field Cottages is in Anstey, Buntingford and in East Hertfordshire district. SG9 0BX is located in the Little Hadham & The Pelhams 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 Bury Field Cottages, Anstey, Buntingford, SG9 0BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG9 0BW, SG9 0DD, SG9 0BN, SG9 0BP, SG9 0BY, SG9 0TJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SG9 0BX has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 48.2% | 49% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 51.8% | 51% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 SG9 0BX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% 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 | 25.2% | 26.5% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 57% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 9.9% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6% | 5.1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 48.2% | 46.7% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 37.9% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 9.8% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 4.6% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.4% | 18.4% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 9.9% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 14% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 14% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 38.2% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 7.2% | 1.8% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 95% | 94.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 94.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.9% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.3% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bury Field Cottages was 53.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.7% lower than the Buntingford average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Bury Field Cottages has the 13th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Buntingford and the 198th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.6%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Bury Field Cottages, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2014-10-29 | £480,229 |
| 5 Bury Field Cottages, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £249,999 | 2014-04-25 | £387,592 |
| 6 Bury Field Cottages, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2002-03-22 | £531,132 |
| 2 Bury Field Cottages, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £139,995 | 2000-12-04 | £482,725 |
SG9 0BX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SG9 0BX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SG9 0BX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Other | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anstey First School Anstey , SG9 0BY | 3out of 4 | 332 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barkway VA Church of England First School 84 High Street , Barkway SG8 8EF | 3out of 4 | 3,512 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hormead Church of England (VA) First School Great Hormead , SG9 0NR | 3out of 4 | 3,587 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blind Fiddler | C11 North From Snow End To Junction With Mill Lane, Anstey | 84 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.