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Hertford Rural

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About

Hertford Rural ward encompasses the outlying villages and countryside surrounding the historic market town of Hertford, without including the town centre itself. The area is characterised by a mix of agricultural land, woodland, and several distinct settlements like Brickendon and Hertford Heath. The landscape includes the valleys of the River Lea and its tributaries, which shape the local geography.

A notable feature is the presence of the former Haileybury College observatory, reflecting the area's historical academic connections. Land use is primarily residential and farming, with commuter links to London and the wider county. The ward maintains a separate administrative identity from the more urban parishes at its core.

Area overview

On average Hertford Rural has moderate deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 8.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hertford Rural is £69,237 per year. There are 3 schools in Hertford Rural: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
8.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Hertford Rural

Based on 36 recent sales, the median property price is £870,000 in Hertford Rural area, with individual transactions ranging from £187,500 up to £2,750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hertford Rural 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 Rural over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£1,350,000
Flats3£252,000
Semi-Detached9£780,000
Terraced7£565,000

10 years median price trend in Hertford Rural

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.