Danestrete
Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England
Reality check: This street has notable limitations across multiple dimensions. Best suited for young professionals (good), least for families (below average).
Who Is This Street For?
Scored by profile based on what matters most to each group.
Decent connectivity, but some areas could be better.
Safety score of 25 is the main barrier. School proximity doesn't compensate for high crime.
How this is calculated
Safety 30%, Schools 30%, Environment 20%, Amenities 10%, Energy 10%
Decent connectivity, but some areas could be better.
How this is calculated
Transport 35%, Walkability 30%, Amenities 25%, Market 10%
Moderate investment case — reasonable liquidity, stable market.
How this is calculated
Liquidity 35%, Market 35%, Price trend bonus up to +30
Good with limitations — walkable.
How this is calculated
Safety 25%, Environment 25%, Amenities 20%, Energy 15%, Walkability 15%
Good entry point at £185,000, but safety (25) needs consideration.
How this is calculated
Affordability 40%, Transport 25%, Amenities 20%, Safety 15%
Things You Should Know
Area safety score 25/100 — crime rates in this area (LSOA, not this specific street) are well above average. Exercise caution, especially at night.
How Life Works Here
Danestrete is located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. Crime is a significant concern, with 1577 incidents recorded in 12 months — well above the national average. Violence and sexual offences dominate reports. 628 violent offences were recorded (40% of total). This level of crime reflects a high-footfall transport hub rather than a typical residential street. Some amenities are available nearby, though a car may be useful for regular errands like grocery shopping. The closest is HSBC UK (bank, 21m). Public transport is accessible, with rail and bus stops within reach. The nearest is about 132m away. The median property price is £185,000, though prices have fallen 10% over five years. Based on 69 transactions recorded since 2014. The market is highly active with frequent sales. Rented accommodation predominates, with smaller households typical of singles or couples. There are 10 schools within 2 km, 10 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. 2 are rated Outstanding. Both primary and secondary options are available locally. However, high local crime rates are a serious concern for families with children, regardless of school proximity. The profile suggests appeal to both young professionals and first-time buyers. Some market indicators point to a cooling trend. Overall, this street scores 53 out of 100 for liveability, placing it in the top 18% within its district. Note that the composite score masks a serious safety concern that may outweigh other strengths for many residents.
Score Breakdown
Each dimension scored 0-100 from open government data. Source listed under each bar.
police.uk crime data (12-month rolling), LSOA-level area, not street-level
OpenStreetMap amenities within 2km
DfT NaPTAN + TfL stops
DEFRA noise & air quality, OS green space
HM Land Registry price paid data
GIAS schools + Ofsted ratings
OSM footpath density + connectivity
EPC Register — awaiting public API access
Environment Agency flood zones
Property Market
Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold | Market: hot
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Open Government Licence v3.0)
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Nearby Amenities
Public Services Nearby
Public facilities within walking distance from Danestrete, with detailed information for each.
gyms & sports centres (1)
- David Lloyd Clubs 490m · 6 min walk
libraries (2)
- Stevenage (Central) 211m · 3 min walk
- Stevenage (Old Town) 1333m · 17 min walk
parks & green spaces (5)
- Roman Burial Ground (Six Hills) 373m · 5 min walk
- Town Centre Gardens 414m · 5 min walk
- King George V Playing Field 620m · 8 min walk
- Bedwell Shops Park 1070m · 13 min walk
- Ramsdell Park 1142m · 14 min walk
schools (5)
- Broom Barns Primary School 680m · 8 min walk
- Fairlands Primary School 847m · 11 min walk
- Woolenwick Infant and Nursery School 1222m · 15 min walk
- Letchmore Infants' and Nursery School 1383m · 17 min walk
- Barclay Academy 1474m · 18 min walk
Transport Links
Similar Streets
- Town Square — Stevenage49
- Danesgate — Stevenage48
- Market Place — Stevenage50
- Queensway — Stevenage58
- Southgate — Stevenage56
Data Transparency
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- OS Open Roads — Crown copyright and database right
- HM Land Registry Price Paid Data — Crown copyright
- police.uk crime data — Open Government Licence v3.0
- OpenStreetMap — ODbL licence
- DfT NaPTAN — Open Government Licence v3.0
- GIAS schools data — Crown copyright
- Environment Agency flood data — OGL v3.0
- DEFRA noise and air quality — OGL v3.0
- ONS Census 2021 — Open Government Licence v3.0
All scores are computed from publicly available government and open data. No proprietary data is used. Scores reflect statistical patterns, not guarantees.
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