The Crescent is in Cottered, Buntingford and in East Hertfordshire district. SG9 9QU is located in the Buntingford 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 Crescent, Cottered, Buntingford, SG9 9QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG9 9QX, SG9 9QT, SG9 9RA, SG9 9QY, SG9 9QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SG9 9QU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 52.7% | 52.2% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 47.3% | 47.8% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 31.1% | 35.3% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 42.1% | -10.7% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 4.5% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 9% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.8% | 45.6% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 36.1% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 15.8% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 2.5% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 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.
In the area around SG9 9QU this area, 34.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 11.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.9% | 34.3% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 16.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 6.7% | -13.8% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 26.1% | 10.0% | 13.4% | 12.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.7% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 11.2% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 11.9% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -21.9% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 3.0% |
| White | 99% | 95% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 97.1% | 96.9% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.9% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 27.7% | 13.5% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 63.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.5% higher than the Aston, Datchworth & Walkern average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Crescent has the 6th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Aston, Datchworth & Walkern and the 159th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.8%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% 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 The Crescent, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2025-03-14 | £548,895 |
| 3 The Crescent, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2014-05-29 | £466,933 |
| 1 The Crescent, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2011-11-18 | £458,706 |
| 3 The Crescent, Buntingford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2000-07-07 | £514,010 |
The percentage of retired residents living in SG9 9QU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 43 |
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardeley St Lawrence Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School School Lane , Ardeley SG2 7AJ | 3out of 4 | 3,149 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield First and Nursery School Monks Walk , SG9 9DT | 4out of 4 | 3,926 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Layston Church of England First School The Causeway , SG9 9EU | 4out of 4 | 4,428 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandon Junior Mixed and Infant School Sandon , SG9 0QS | 3out of 4 | 5,338 yd | Community 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 | 3,460 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 | 3,703 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bull Inn | Baldock Road, Cottered | 624 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cottered Playing Field off A507 | grass pitches | 404 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.