Area Overview for Almond Hill Ward

Hampson Park / Pin Green Water Tower. in Almond Hill Ward
Suburban tree, Stevenage in Almond Hill Ward
Almond Lane Cemetery in Almond Hill Ward
Almond Lane Allotments in Almond Hill Ward
Almond Hill Junior School in Almond Hill Ward
Grace Way heading south in Almond Hill Ward
Almond Hill School, looking down towards Yr3/4 in Almond Hill Ward
Almond Hill School, facing main reception, hilltop view in Almond Hill Ward
Flats on Grace Way in Almond Hill Ward
Trig point at Lonsdale School in Almond Hill Ward
Whitesmead Road in Almond Hill Ward
Part of Old Stevenage in Almond Hill Ward
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Area Information

Almond Hill Ward sits within Stevenage Borough Council in Hertfordshire, covering a compact area of 1.5 km². The ward operates as part of the broader Stevenage area in the Eastern English Region, defined by precise coordinates of 51.91°N and 0.19°W. This district council ward emerged following electoral boundary reforms, adopting its current name after serving as the former Pin Green ward. It forms part of Stevenage's thirteen-ward structure and elects three councillors to represent the local community. Living in Almond Hill Ward means residing in a defined administrative district with established governance. The ward's size and location place it firmly within the Stevenage borough boundaries, offering a specific slice of local government service delivery. Residents navigate a neighbourhood shaped by recent boundary adjustments made by the Local Government Boundary Commission for England. The area represents a functional ward within the larger municipal framework, providing clear administrative lines for those signing up for council services or tracking local political representation. The ward's identity is tied to its history as Pin Green before the rebranding process finalised current electoral arrangements. This continuity of place, despite the name change, suggests a settled community bound by long-standing boundaries. Prospective buyers should note that Almond Hill Ward exists as a distinct entity within the Stevenage ward structure, offering a specific postcode location for property searches. The area serves as a recognised neighbourhood unit where residents engage with local governance through their specific three-councillor representation.

Area Type
District Borough Unitary Ward
Area Size
1.5 km²
Population
Not available
Population Density
Not available

Demographics

The community in Almond Hill Ward reflects an older population profile with a median age of 70 years. This high median age suggests a neighbourhood likely dominated by retired residents or those with established long-term ties to the area. Household composition data is recorded but does not specify distinct family structures beyond the total count, indicating a stable residential setting. The demographic picture aligns with a community where younger families may be less prevalent than in other parts of Stevenage. Home ownership stands at 47 per cent within the ward, marking a rental-dominated landscape in terms of tenure. This lower ownership level compared to the national average often points to areas where Properties are primarily let or where older age groups have moved into larger, possibly shared rental accommodations. Accommodation types are logged in the total dataset but lack breakdowns of property styles like semi-detached or terraced homes. Without specific heritage building data, the physical housing stock remains an inference rather than a stated fact. Ethnic diversity and religious affiliation data appear only as total categories without specific percentages. This omission means the precise make-up of the ward's cultural identity remains undisclosed. The absence of detailed religion or ethnicity statistics prevents a full picture of community diversity. Residents should expect a demographic environment centered around older age groups with moderate private ownership levels. The population density and age skew create a specific social dynamic unique to this part of Stevenage.

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Accommodation Type

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Tenure

47
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Religion

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Household Composition

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Age

70
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Household Deprivation

N/A
with no deprivation

NS-SEC

30
in Lower managerial occupations

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Planning

Planning Constraints

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