Home Farm Cottages is in Wyddial, Buntingford and in East Hertfordshire district. SG9 0SA is located in the Buntingford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Hertfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Home Farm Cottages, Wyddial, Buntingford, SG9 0SA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG9 0EN, SG9 0UH, SG9 0EW, SG9 0EX, SG9 0EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SG9 0SA is primarily male, with 55% of the population 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 | 49.4% | 45% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -6.0% |
| Male | 50.6% | 55% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 6.0% |
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 | 27.3% | 38.8% | 11.5% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 41.1% | -18.0% | 44.2% | -3.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 12.4% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 (89.9%) 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 | 60.3% | 62.4% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 14.0% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 27.5% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -6.1% |
| Fair health | 7.1% | 7.4% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.9% | 10.7% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 6.1% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 28% | 19.8% | -8.2% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 11.5% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 45.8% | 19.3% | 33.8% | 12.0% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 99.3% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 91.7% | 90.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 91.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 6% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Spain | 2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 59.1% | 46.2% | 12.9% |
| Jewish | 4% | 0.5% | 3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Home Farm Cottages was 69.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.5% higher than the Buntingford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Home Farm Cottages has the 9th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Buntingford and the 140th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Home Farm Cottages, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2000-02-04 | £542,048 |
| 4 Home Farm Cottages, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Terraced, a newly built property | £85,000 | 1995-03-03 | £512,485 |
| 1 Home Farm Cottages, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £83,000 | 1995-02-13 | £512,159 |
SG9 0SA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 24% 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 0SA 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 | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Layston Church of England First School The Causeway , SG9 9EU | 4out of 4 | 2,036 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield First and Nursery School Monks Walk , SG9 9DT | 4out of 4 | 2,785 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hormead Church of England (VA) First School Great Hormead , SG9 0NR | 3out of 4 | 3,380 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Anstey First School Anstey , SG9 0BY | 3out of 4 | 3,882 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barkway VA Church of England First School 84 High Street , Barkway SG8 8EF | 3out of 4 | 4,639 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freman College Bowling Green Lane , SG9 9BT | 3out of 4 | 2,321 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwinstree Church of England Middle School Norfolk Road , SG9 9AW | 3out of 4 | 2,390 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.