141,791TOTAL POPULATION
57,988HOUSEHOLDS
5.0%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£40,560AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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HP2 POSTCODE REGION

Hemel Hempstead (HP2)

The HP2 postcode area is located in the Hemel Hempstead postcode town region, within the county of Hertfordshire, and contains a total of 1363 individual postcodes.

There are 17 electoral wards in the HP2 postcode area, including Amersham, Aylesbury, Beaconsfield, Berkhamsted, Chalfont St Giles, Chesham, Great Missenden, Hemel Hempstead, High Wycombe, Princes Risborough, Tring which come under the local authority of the Dacorum Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 22% of people in HP2 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of HP2 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The HP2 postcode is part of the Hemel Hempstead district in the United Kingdom. It covers the area of Marlowes and includes the surrounding areas of Apsley, Bennetts End, Adeyfield, Piccotts End and Parts of Maylands, and St Albans Road.

This postcode is largely comprised of residential areas with local amenities including supermarkets, schools, play parks and leisure centres. In these residential neighbourhoods, houses vary in style from large family homes with gardens to small modern apartments. The proximity to the train station and the main shopping centre, the Marlowes, make this a desirable area.

The HP2 postcode plays host to annual community events such as carnivals and is well-known for its selection of pubs and restaurants. Public transport links are excellent, with bus routes to the surrounding areas as well as connections to the London area. This makes the area a popular choice for commuters and those who need to travel further afield.

The local Hemel Industrial estate is situated within the HP2 postcode and provides employment for many of its residents. As well as industrial units, there is a range of retail outlets and cafes offering a place to meet, eat and shop. There are also a number of leisure activities nearby, including a nearby theatre and a cinema.

The HP2 postcode is a diverse area with something to suit everybody's needs. From the local shops, pubs and cafes to the educational facilities, businesses and leisure activities, the area has lots to offer residents and visitors alike. It's well connected to the surrounding districts, offering easy access to transport links and all the amenities of the bigger cities, whilst maintaining the close-knit and relaxed atmosphere of a suburb.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 89%WORKING
  • 11%UNEMPLOYED

11% of people in HP2 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 22%AB
  • 54%C2/C2
  • 24%DE

According to census records, 22% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 82%WHITE
  • 18%NON-WHITE

82% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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HP2Hertfordshire

Hertfordshire

The county of Hertfordshire

HP2 is located in the county of Hertfordshire, in England.

Hertfordshire has a total population of 1,176,700, making it the 12th largest county in the UK.

Hertfordshire has a total area of 634 square miles, and a population density of 716 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Hertfordshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeHP2
Postal TownHemel Hempstead
MSOA NameDacorum 015
LSOA NameDacorum 015D
CountyHertfordshire
RegionHertfordshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityDacorum
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

HP2 Electoral Wards

The postal region of HP2, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Adeyfield
Ballingdon Bottom
Cheverell's Green
Chiltern Hills
Counters End
Cupid Green
Flamstead
Gadebridge
Grovehill
Hammerfield
Hemel Hempstead
Highfield
Jockey End
Piccotts End
Roe End
Trowley Bottom
Warners End
Water End
Browse Postcodes in HP2

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (HP) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

Your views ofHP2

GB, Hemel Hempstead

Saturday, December 11, 2021

Its a lovely area with loads of green spaces and good entertainment places like old town, town, gadebridge park and more. There's plenty of schools. But town in Hemel Hempstead could be nicer as the shops don't look very welcoming.


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