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Hitchin Town & West

About

Hitchin Town & West is a residential and commercial area in North Hertfordshire, centred around the historic market town of Hitchin. The town features a mix of medieval and Georgian architecture, with landmarks like St. Mary’s Church and the Market Square. The area is known for its weekly market, independent shops, and cafes, offering a blend of traditional and modern amenities.

The western part of Hitchin includes quieter suburban neighbourhoods, with parks like Bancroft Gardens and Hitchin Priory providing green spaces. Transport links are convenient, with Hitchin railway station offering direct services to London and Cambridge. The area also has several schools and community facilities, making it a practical choice for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Hitchin Town & West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 110 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hitchin Town & West is £51,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Hitchin Town & West: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
110
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
15.9%
Connectivity
N/A

All postcodes in Hitchin Town & West

SG52EQ

John Barker Place

SG52HY

West Hill

SG52NQ

Nutleigh Grove

SG52PT

Kings Hedges

SG52SB

John Barker Place

SG52TG

River Mead

SG52TS

Tilehouse Street

SG49ET

London Road

SG51BG

Bucklersbury

SG51DN

Biggin Lane

SG51EE

Hitchin Town & West

SG52NP

Mattocke Road

SG52SR

Swinburne Avenue

SG52TF

River Mead

SG52TH

Milestone Road

SG49AT

Dale Close

SG49ES

Lister Avenue

SG49TH

Portmill Lane

SG51FU

Bancroft

SG52JE

Gaping Lane

SG52JG

Bedford Street

SG52JR

Nun's Close

SG52NY

Redhill Road

SG52SQ

Hine Way

SG51JN

Bedford Road

SG47SN

Blackhorse Lane

SG47SS

Ash Drive

SG49AL

Hitchin Hill

SG51AE

Sun Street

SG51ET

Capswell Court

SG51HA

Bearton Avenue

SG51LS

Bancroft

SG52QZ

Swinburne Avenue

SG52BL

Wratten Close

SG52EJ

Wratten Road West

SG52NJ

Redhill Road

SG52NN

South Place

SG52PG

John Barker Place

SG52SA

Beaumont Close

SG52XP

Burford Way

SG47NE

Folly Lane

SG52AE

Brick Kiln Lane

SG52SX

Milestone Road

SG52AA

Charlton Road

SG51LH

Hitchin Town & West

SG52BD

Pirton Close

SG52NZ

Mattocke Road

SG52SF

John Barker Place

SG52SP

John Barker Place

SG52SZ

Beechwood Close

SG49AZ

Newlands Close East

SG51BQ

Bucklersbury

SG52DN

Bridge Street

SG52LP

Bedford Road

SG52UT

Times Close

SG49AU

Newlands Close West

SG49BH

Priory Way

SG49EJ

Francis Close

SG49EN

Blackhorse Lane

SG52LB

Oughton Head Way

SG52NH

Nutleigh Grove

SG52TD

Truemans Road

SG52UX

Portman Close

SG51JE

Brand Street

SG47SR

Broadmeadow Ride

SG49DL

Conquest Close

SG51LJ

Bancroft

SG52BE

Pirton Road

SG52BS

Cranborne Avenue

SG52HS

Lucas Lane

SG52JA

Lucas Lane

SG52PP

Bingen Road

SG52QX

Oughtonhead Lane

SG52TA

Truemans Road

SG47SW

Hitchin Lane

SG49EP

Bramshott Close

SG49YD

Stevenage Road

SG51JW

Bancroft

SG52DH

Tilehouse Street

SG52DP

Bridge Street

SG52EF

Bancroft

SG52QP

Moss Way

SG52DX

Tilehouse Street

SG51HB

Elmside Walk

SG51LE

Bancroft

SG52HL

High View

SG52JB

Lucas Lane

SG52LA

Gaping Lane

SG52LX

Lucas Lane

SG52NW

North Place

SG52AB

Charlton Road

SG52AX

The Limes

SG52JH

Gaping Lane

SG52LU

Lavender Way

SG52SG

John Barker Place

SG49BQ

Brick Kiln Lane

SG49EH

Foster Drive

SG49FP

Gosmore Road

SG51AP

Bucklersbury

SG51NL

Bunyan Road