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Knebworth Path is in Borehamwood and in Hertsmere district. WD6 2QW is located in the Borehamwood Kenilworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertsmere. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Knebworth Path, Borehamwood, WD6 2QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WD6 2PR, WD6 2PP, WD6 2PA, WD6 2PF, WD6 2QR, WD6 2QT, WD6 2QU, WD6 2PW, WD6 2QP.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WD6 2QW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female53.2%51.3%-1.9% 51.0% 0.3%
Male46.8%48.7%1.9% 49.0% -0.3%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single40.7%41.5%0.8% 37.9% 3.6%
Married: Opposite sex33.6%38.2%4.6% 44.2% -6.0%
Separated6.2%3.6%-2.6% 2.2% 1.4%
Divorced11.6%9.8%-1.8% 9.1% 0.7%
Widowed7.9%6.9%-1.0% 6.1% 0.8%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health40.8%42.5%1.7% 48.4% -5.9%
Good health39.1%41.3%2.2% 33.6% 7.7%
Fair health13.4%12.4%-1.0% 12.7% -0.3%
Bad health5.6%2.1%-3.5% 4.0% -1.9%
Very bad health1.1%1.8%0.7% 1.2% 0.6%

Education and Qualifications

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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.9%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications27.8%18.9%-8.9% 18.2% 0.7%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 18.3%12.4%-5.9% 9.6% 2.8%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels19.9%17.8%-2.1% 13.4% 4.4%
Apprenticeship2.9%6.2%3.3% 5.3% 0.9%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels11.6%18.2%6.6% 16.9% 1.3%
Degree or Similar12%22.9%10.9% 33.8% -10.9%
Other7.5%3.6%-3.9% 2.8% 0.8%

Culture

Ethnic Group

This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Indian2.5%6%3.5% 3.1% 2.9%
Other Asian0%1.5%1.5% 1.6% -0.1%
Black African4.9%3%-1.9% 2.5% 0.5%
Black Caribbean1.1%0.3%-0.8% 1.0% -0.7%
Other Black0.7%1.5%0.8% 0.5% 1.0%
Mixed White and African0%0.6%0.6% 0.4% 0.2%
Mixed White and Caribbean0%0.6%0.6% 0.9% -0.3%
Mixed Other0.7%0%-0.7% 0.8% -0.8%
White90.1%85.4%-4.7% 81.4% 4.0%
Other0%1.2%1.2% 1.6% -0.4%

Country of Birth

In this area, 74.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom91.5%74.6%-16.9% 83.2% -8.6%
European Union2.5%13.3%10.8% 6.1% 7.2%
Rest of Europe0%0.9%0.9% 0.8% 0.1%
Africa2.8%1.8%-1.0% 2.7% -0.9%
Middle East and Asia1.8%7.4%5.6% 5.6% 1.8%
The Americas and the Caribbean1.1%2.1%1.0% 1.3% 0.8%
Oceania0.4%0%-0.4% 0.3% -0.3%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK89.4%74.6%-14.8% 83.2% -8.6%
10+ Years0.4%18%17.6% 9.8% 8.2%
5-10 Years0.4%4.4%4.0% 2.9% 1.5%
2-5 Years2.8%2.1%-0.7% 2.2% -0.1%
Less than 2 years7%0.9%-6.1% 1.9% -1.0%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom73.5% 76.7% -3.2%
Ireland2.4% 0.6% 1.8%
France0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Germany0.9% 0.2% 0.7%
Portugal0.3% 0.5% -0.2%
Poland2.4% 1.3% 1.1%
Romania5.3% 0.9% 4.4%
Other EU countries1.2% 1.5% -0.3%
Other Europe0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Central and Western Africa0.9% 0.3% 0.6%
South and Eastern Africa0.6% 0.2% 0.4%
Southern Asia0.3% 1.2% -0.9%
Central and South America1.2% 0.2% 1.0%
No passport held10.6% 13.5% -2.9%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion37.5% 37.2% 0.3%
Christian44.2% 46.2% -2.0%
Hindu5.3% 1.7% 3.6%
Jewish3.2% 0.5% 2.7%
Muslim1.2% 6.5% -5.3%
Other religion0.6% 0.6% 0.0%
Not answered8% 6.0% 2.0%

Safety

Is Knebworth Path Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knebworth Path was 148.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.4% higher than the Borehamwood Kenilworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Knebworth Path has the 5th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Borehamwood Kenilworth and the 51st highest crime rate of 317 local areas in Hertsmere .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.5%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£51,200
Income Rank
8/10

Household Income in WD6 2QW, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Knebworth Path are based on 27 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Hertsmere.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Knebworth Path, Borehamwood, WD6 2QW

Estimated Average Property Prices for WD6 2QW

Average Price
£416,250
Semi-Detached
£302,044
Terraced
£433,821
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Knebworth Path

Average Price
£443,122
Semi-Detached
£318,582
Terraced
£453,085
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Knebworth PathStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
26 Knebworth Path, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£435,0002026-04-29 £435,000
17 Knebworth Path, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£437,5002025-03-10 £453,109
19 Knebworth Path, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£455,0002024-11-29 £483,556
20 Knebworth Path, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£425,0002023-08-04 £448,390
24 Knebworth Path, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£336,0002021-06-30 £370,658
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WD6 2QW

Employment

WD6 2QW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.

WD6 2QW 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee96
Self-Employed39
Part-Time Employee36
Retired33
Student (economically inactive)18
Looking after home or family17
Other13
Long-Term Sick or disabled11
Unemployed6
Full-Time Student (with or without job)3

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles31
Transport and storage15
Construction15
Human health and social work activities14
Education14
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security11
Information and communication11
Other10
Financial and insurance activities7
Administrative and support service activities7
Manufacturing7
Accommodation and food service activities6
Professional, scientific and technical activities4
Real estate activities2

Schools

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Saffron Green Primary School
Nicoll Way , WD6 2PP
- not rated 106 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Kenilworth Primary School
Kenilworth Drive , WD6 1QL
3out of 4 497 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Monksmead School
Hillside Avenue , WD6 1HL
3out of 4 924 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Yavneh Primary School
Hillside Avenue , WD6 1HL
4out of 4 996 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School
Summerswood Primary School
Furzehill Road , WD6 2DW
2out of 4 1,046 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Hillside School
Hillside Avenue , WD6 1HN
- not rated 996 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Yavneh College
Hillside Avenue , WD6 1HL
- not rated 1,137 yd Voluntary aided school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Yavneh College
Hillside Avenue , WD6 1HL
3out of 4 1,137 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Elstree Screen Arts Academy
Studio Way , Elstree WD6 5NN
- not rated 1,271 yd University technical college No Mixed More About School
Hertswood Academy
Cowley Hill , WD6 5LG
- not rated 2,079 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Middle deemed secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Furzehill Middle School
Furzehill Road , WD6 2EF
- not rated 1,555 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Holmshill School
Thrift Farm Lane , Shenley Road WD6 1TS
- not rated 1,582 yd Foundation school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Lyndhurst Middle School
Gateshead Road , WD6 4NJ
- not rated 2,844 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Barnet and Southgate College
Wood Street , EN5 4AZ
- not rated 4,032 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
London Academy
Spur Road , HA8 8DE
3out of 4 4,256 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Northway School
The Fairway , Mill Hill NW7 3HS
4out of 4 2,935 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Hertsmere Jewish Primary School
Po Box 203 , Elstree WD6 3ZW
- not rated 3,029 yd Other independent school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Rosh Pinah Primary School Additional Resource Provision
Glengall Road , Edgware HA8 8TE
- not rated 3,256 yd Other independent special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Great Brookmead School
Allerton Road , WD6 4AH
- not rated 3,258 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Martha's Junior School
5b Union Street , EN5 4HY
- not rated 3,716 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
T(N)S Catering Management LtdPinnacle House, Stangate Crescent360 yd
The Curry Master144 Manor Way, Borehamwood554 yd
The Manor Cafe114 Manor Way, Borehamwood562 yd
A1 Golf CafeA1 Golf Activity Centre, Rowley Lane789 yd
Miller & CarterMiller And Carter, Stirling Corner, Barnet1,075 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Maccabi LondonRowley Lane Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Barnet769 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Farm House Pizza13 Howard Drive, Borehamwood118 yd
Lakeside Chinese Takeaway17 Howard Drive, Borehamwood119 yd
Taste Of Villa144 Manor Way, Borehamwood554 yd
Seaworld112 Manor Way, Borehamwood565 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Wm Morrison Supermarkets LimitedWM Morrison Supermarkets Limited, Stirling Way610 yd
Think Organics Private LimitedBritannic House, Stirling Way681 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Tempsford Green
Tempsford Avenue
grass pitches327 yd
Rowley Lane Sports Ground
ROWLEY LANE
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches438 yd
Kenilworth Primary School
KENILWORTH DRIVE
grass pitches499 yd
King Georges Field
KENILWORTH DRIVE
grass pitches612 yd
James Rattery Elstree
BARNET BY PASS
health and fitness suite, swimming pool746 yd
A1 Golf Driving Range
A1 GOLF DRIVING RANGE A1 GOLF DRIVING RANGE ROWLEY LANE
golf788 yd
Yavneh College Sports Centre
HILLSIDE AVENUE
grass pitches995 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed65.8 Mbit/s
Average download speed130.2 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed500 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed500 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed19 Mbit/s
Average upload speed19.1 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed35 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.