Living in SG7: Liveability Score 50/100

North Hertfordshire, East of England

Last updated 25 June 2026

50
OUT OF 100
Average
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Postcodes scored in this district

Every active postcode in SG7, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.

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Each postcode is coloured by its own overall score on the default weighting. Scores are filled in as postcodes get searched on the site, so a blue dot just means that postcode hasn't been scored yet.

Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety
68

Crime is below the national average. 1,523 offences recorded across 14 local areas in the past year.

Environment
58

Broadly acceptable environment.

Services

Schools
48

1 Outstanding, 12 Good out of 14 rated schools.

Healthcare
36

Healthcare quality ratings are below the national average. 1 GP surgery serve the area.

Broadband
46

81% gigabit coverage; 94% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

Economy & Bills

Economic Health
69

IMD deprivation decile 7/10, below average deprivation.

Bills
53

Band D council tax £2,392/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.

Transport

Transport
42

Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle
36

Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 98 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.

SG7 covers 442 active postcodes in North Hertfordshire, East of England.

Frequently asked questions

Is SG7 a safe area to live?

SG7 scores 68/100 for safety. Crime is below the national average. 1,523 offences recorded across 14 local areas in the past year.

What are the schools like in SG7?

Schools in SG7 score 48/100. 1 Outstanding, 12 Good out of 14 rated schools.

How good is the broadband in SG7?

Broadband in SG7 scores 46/100. 81% gigabit coverage; 94% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

How does SG7 compare to nearby areas?

Nearby districts include SG6, SG15, SG5. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.

What is the overall liveability score for SG7?

SG7 scores 50/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.

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