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Letchworth South East

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About

Letchworth South East is a primarily residential district situated on the edge of the world's first Garden City. The area features a mix of housing styles, from original early 20th-century homes to more modern developments, set along quiet, tree-lined streets. Its layout follows Garden City principles, with a focus on green spaces and community infrastructure integrated into the neighbourhoods.

The area is bordered by significant green corridors, including the Letchworth Greenway, which provides walking and cycling routes through former railway lines. It offers convenient access to the town centre's facilities while maintaining a quieter, suburban character. Local schools and community centres serve as focal points for residents within this planned environment.

Area overview

On average Letchworth South East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 56 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 32.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Letchworth South East is £62,604 per year. There are 2 schools in Letchworth South East: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Letchworth South East is home to around 6,393 people, with a population density of about 1,150.8 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
56
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
32.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Letchworth South East Population
6,393
Population density
1,150.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
34.41(+11%)
Anti-social behaviour
22.06(+91%)
Other theft
6.41(+15%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.54(-29%)
Public order
2.66(-49%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,900
76.63%
Indian
378
5.91%
Other White
271
4.24%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
115
1.8%
Other Asian
103
1.61%
Total population: 6,394

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,719
32.72%
No qualifications
973
18.52%
Level 3 (A level)
782
14.88%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
740
14.08%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
589
11.21%
Total 16+ residents: 5,254

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
942
34.97%
Owns with a mortgage
716
26.58%
Other social rented
475
17.63%
Social rents from council
321
11.92%
Private landlord or letting agency
197
7.31%
Total households: 2,694

Property prices in Letchworth South East

Based on 52 recent sales, the median property price is £412,250 in Letchworth South East area, with individual transactions ranging from £138,000 up to £972,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Letchworth South East in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Letchworth South East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£615,000
Flats6£180,000
Semi-Detached5£542,000
Terraced20£310,000

10 years median price trend in Letchworth South East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Letchworth South East.

All postcodes in Letchworth South East

SG62LR

Fleetwood

SG62ND

Goldon

SG62NX

Jarden

SG62BQ

Howard Gate

SG62QE

Parkfield

SG62SG

Baldock Lane

SG62NR

Jarden

SG62NU

Jarden

SG62SB

Upper Maylins

SG62TG

Wyrley Dell

SG62JZ

Radburn Way

SG62PE

Kyrkeby

SG62SR

Yardley

SG62PH

Newells

SG62RB

Oakhill

SG62SH

Penn Way

SG62TJ

Crabtree Dell

SG62DD

Radburn Way

SG62LW

Ellice

SG62PG

Kyrkeby

SG62RA

Maddles

SG62RX

Townley

SG62NP

Jarden

SG62AH

Wymondley Road

SG62SN

Rookes Close

SG62NL

Radburn Way

SG62PR

Kyrkeby

SG62QF

Parkfield

SG62RF

Oakhill

SG62SF

Rundells

SG62RR

Townley

SG62TQ

Thristers Close

SG62PB

Kyrkeby

SG62PT

Pryor Way

SG62SX

Blackmore

SG62AT

Alban Road

SG62BX

Howard Drive

SG62NZ

Jarden

SG62TZ

Schoolfields

SG62LB

Bayworth

SG62NB

Goldon

SG62SA

Upper Maylins

SG62SU

Ennismore Close

SG62DG

Howard Drive

SG62LJ

Ellice

SG62DQ

Howard Drive

SG62DE

Howard Drive

SG62GA

Willow Court

SG62JJ

Radburn Way

SG62LX

Letchworth South East

SG62PD

Kyrkeby

SG62AB

Willian Road

SG62LD

Bayworth

SG62SP

Olden Mead

SG62LS

Fleetwood

SG62NT

Jarden

SG62SJ

Penn Way

SG62LT

Fleetwood

SG62JB

Brandles Road

SG62LP

Fleetwood

SG62NY

Jarden

SG62RQ

Oakhill

SG62LN

Ellice

SG62LU

Letchworth South East

SG62NW

Jarden

SG62RL

Maddles

SG62LZ

Goldon

SG62AE

Baldock Lane

SG62AX

Roxley Cottages

SG62LG

Denby

SG62TW

Penn Way

SG62AN

Manor Cottages

SG62EJ

Baldock Road

SG62EA

Baldock Lane

SG62PX

Lannock

SG62RE

Oakhill

SG62PW

Newells

SG62SL

Stanefield

SG62QJ

Swanstand

SG62QQ

Parkfield

SG62RP

Townley

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.