Stevenage SG2
Stevenage 013 · 4 sub-areas · 6,319 residents
Stevenage 013 is a residential stretch of Stevenage, in the East of England, home to around 6,300 people. A typical two-bedroom flat lets for about £1,300 a month — slightly above the Stevenage norm but well below the national two-bed median for London commuter territory. The area skews noticeably older than much of the town, with strong owner-occupation and a quieter, settled character.
Stevenage SG2 is a mid-density neighbourhood of Stevenage in the East of England region. It sits between busier and quieter parts of the local authority and isn't dominated by a single use — there's a mix of workplaces, housing and local services. Most homes are owner-occupied, so turnover is low and many residents have been here a long time.
Overview
What's it like to live in Stevenage SG2?
4 parks and 2 playgrounds are within five minutes' walk, so greenspace is reliably close at hand; The streets feel safe by national standards — police-recorded crime is well below the country-wide median; Transport links are limited — a car or e-bike is a practical assumption for most regular trips; rents are roughly in line with the national norm, at around £1,417 a month for a typical home; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
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Figures are aggregated across 4 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
Stevenage SG2 in Stevenage
Living in Stevenage SG2
This part of Stevenage has a distinctly settled feel. Owner-occupation runs at roughly three in four households — unusually high even by Hertfordshire standards — which gives the streets a stable, residential character rather than the transient churn you get in areas dominated by private rentals. It's not a neighbourhood of young sharers; it's one of established households who have put down roots.
On rent, Stevenage 013 sits in the middle of the town's price range. A two-bedroom home runs about £1,300 a month, and a three-bedroom closer to £1,525. That's a noticeable step up from cheaper parts of the town, but still well below what you'd pay for equivalent space in many parts of Hertfordshire closer to the M25. Council tax (Band D) comes in at around £2,392 a year — in line with the broader Stevenage rate.
The demographic picture leans older. The 50–64 bracket accounts for nearly a quarter of residents, and the under-18 share at around 19% reflects a reasonable family presence without the area being dominated by young children. One in four households lives alone. It's not a young-professional enclave, but it's a solid, functional place to live if you want space, stability and low crime.
Practically, most residents drive — around 55% commute by car, and public transport use is low at under 4%. The nearest mainline rail station is roughly 3.3 km away, about a 40-minute walk or a short drive. Rail services from Stevenage reach London in just over an hour by public transport, which keeps this area within plausible commuter range for those who can get to the station. Broadband is strong — 100% gigabit coverage, with no properties below the universal service obligation threshold. See the streets and sub-areas below for more.
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Frequently asked
- Is Stevenage 013 a nice place to live?
- It's a quiet, stable residential area with low crime and strong owner-occupation. It suits people who want a settled neighbourhood rather than somewhere lively — the demographic skews older, and around three in four households own their home. It's not the most exciting part of Stevenage, but it's one of the most secure.
- What is the rent in Stevenage 013?
- A one-bedroom runs around £1,011 a month, a two-bedroom roughly £1,300, and a three-bedroom about £1,525. These are estimates scaled from borough-level data using local sale prices. Rents have risen around 4.7% in the past year, in line with the wider regional trend.
- Is Stevenage 013 safe?
- Yes, relatively so. The crime rate is around 48.5 incidents per 1,000 residents a year — well below the UK national average of roughly 80 per 1,000. The area ranks in the top two deprivation deciles (least deprived), and its high owner-occupation correlates with lower anti-social behaviour.
- What's the commute from Stevenage 013 to London?
- By public transport, you're looking at just over an hour to London — but you'll need to get to Stevenage station first, which is roughly 3.3 km away. Most residents drive to the station or take a local bus. About a third of residents work from home, so the commute question is less pressing for many locals.
- Who lives in Stevenage 013?
- Mostly owner-occupiers in their 50s and 60s, with a significant minority of families and some one-person households. It's not a young-professional area — the 18–34 share is only 20%. Around 87% of residents were born in the UK, and the ethnic diversity index sits at 24.9, reflecting a moderately diverse community.
- What schools are near Stevenage 013?
- There are 64 schools within 2 km of typical residents. Around 52% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted — below the national benchmark of roughly 89%, so it's worth checking individual schools carefully. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is about 1,549 metres away. Use the Hertfordshire school finder for current catchment details.
- Is Stevenage 013 good for families?
- It has some family appeal — under-18s make up around 19% of residents, couple-with-children households account for 23% of homes, and crime is low. Schools within catchment are a mixed picture, though, with just over half rated Good or Outstanding. Greenspace is accessible, with the average resident within 341 metres of green space.