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Hertford Bengeo

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About

Hertford Bengeo is a residential area situated on a rise to the north of the town centre, characterised by a mix of housing from Victorian terraces to modern developments. It functions as a quiet, established neighbourhood with local shops and schools serving the community. The area retains a distinct village-like atmosphere, separate from the main bustle of Hertford.

The geography is defined by the River Beane, which flows along its western edge. A notable local landmark is the Norman St Leonard's Church, one of Hertfordshire's oldest churches, with a round tower dating from the 11th century. Open spaces include Bengeo Fields, providing green areas for recreation alongside the river's course.

Area overview

On average Hertford Bengeo has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hertford Bengeo is £79,592 per year. There are 3 schools in Hertford Bengeo: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Hertford Bengeo is home to around 7,897 people, with a population density of about 1,160.7 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
8.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hertford Bengeo Population
7,897
Population density
1,160.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
23.68(-25%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.38(-10%)
Shoplifting
10(+46%)
Other theft
5.07(-7%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.67(-42%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,935
87.82%
Other White
350
4.43%
Irish
133
1.68%
White and Asian (mixed)
82
1.04%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
64
0.81%
Total population: 7,897

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,958
46.67%
Level 3 (A level)
967
15.26%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
805
12.7%
No qualifications
736
11.61%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
510
8.05%
Total 16+ residents: 6,338

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,246
36.81%
Owns outright
1,243
36.72%
Private landlord or letting agency
466
13.77%
Other social rented
333
9.84%
Other forms of private rent
42
1.24%
Total households: 3,385

Property prices in Hertford Bengeo

Based on 119 recent sales, the median property price is £525,000 in Hertford Bengeo area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £2,360,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hertford Bengeo in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Hertford Bengeo over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached20£642,500
Detached14£837,500
Terraced60£512,500
Flats25£275,000

10 years median price trend in Hertford Bengeo

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hertford Bengeo.

All postcodes in Hertford Bengeo

SG143HH

Grove Walk

SG143BB

Christchurch Place

SG141TU

Town Mill Mews

SG141HX

Old Cross

SG143BN

Farquhar Street

SG141FU

Bridge House Close

SG143LZ

Sacombe Road

SG143AS

Fanshawe Street

SG143EX

Bengeo Street

SG143DZ

Cowper Crescent

SG141FW

Hertford Bengeo

SG143BP

Farquhar Street

SG143LJ

Palmer Road

SG143AD

George Street

SG143EL

Grange Court

SG143LE

Rib Vale

SG143BJ

Grange Court

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.