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Hertford West

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About

Hertford West is a residential area located in East Hertfordshire, known for its mix of housing styles, from Victorian terraces to modern developments. The area is well-connected, with easy access to Hertford town centre and major transport links, including the A414 and A10 roads. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small businesses, catering to everyday needs.

The area features green spaces like Hartham Common, which runs along the River Lea, offering walking and cycling routes. Hertford West has a quiet, suburban feel, with a blend of families and professionals. Its proximity to Hertford’s historic town centre provides additional shopping and dining options, while maintaining a separate, residential character.

Area overview

On average Hertford West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 78 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hertford West is £49,800 per year. There are 4 schools in Hertford West: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

27.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Hertford West Population

5,913

Population density

2,151.4 per km²

Demographics

British

4,917

83.14%

Other White

337

5.7%

Irish

109

1.84%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

1.47%

African

1.29%

Total population: 5,914

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

744

29.42%

Other social rented

694

27.44%

Owns outright

651

25.74%

Private landlord or letting agency

248

9.81%

Social rents from council

3.68%

Total households: 2,529

Property prices in Hertford West

Based on 85 recent sales, the median property price is £430,000 in Hertford West area, with individual transactions ranging from £96,000 up to £1,155,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	11	£865,000	£590,050	£661,250	£1,007,500	£1,122,500
Flats	23	£250,000	£118,400	£213,500	£335,000	£421,000
Semi-Detached	15	£625,000	£381,000	£442,500	£756,500	£858,000
Terraced	36	£436,250	£277,125	£388,750	£466,875	£797,500

10 years price trend in Hertford West

All postcodes in Hertford West

SG142EJ

Thieves' Lane

SG142HL

Bentley Road

SG142TH

Halleys Ridge

SG142BJ

Fordwich Close

SG142DE

Fordwich Rise

SG142GY

Hertford West

SG142BD

Welwyn Road

SG142HE

Bentley Road

SG142BL

Fordwich Rise

SG142EN

Bentley Road

SG142DB

Elizabeth Close

SG142DQ

Windsor Drive

SG142HJ

Bentley Road

SG142LA

White Horse Close

SG142LW

Perrett Gardens

SG142FL

Booth Close

SG142DU

Tudor Way

SG142EZ

Edmunds Road

SG142JF

Linfield Court

SG142TA

Ladywood Road

SG142FR

Booth Close

SG142JD

Hertford West

SG142GU

Hertford West

SG142HH

Lawrence Close

SG142HQ

Welwyn Road

SG142JW

Linfield Court

SG142WH

Goldens Way

SG142FH

Fleming Crescent

SG142WT

Goldens Way

SG142HF

Bentley Road

SG142GR

Hertford West

SG142BY

Florence Court

SG142HT

Windsor Drive

SG142NF

Hertford West

SG142TQ

Halleys Ridge

SG142AQ

Ashley Road

SG142BE

Fordwich Hill

SG142DF

Fordwich Rise

SG142FE

Welwyn Road

SG142HG

Welwyn Road

SG142WN

Thieves Lane

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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