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Hertford West

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About

Hertford West occupies the western bank of the River Lea, forming a distinct part of the county town. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of Victorian terraces, post-war housing, and some modern developments. Its streets slope gently down towards the town centre and the river, providing a quiet neighbourhood feel within walking distance of the main shops and amenities.

The area is defined by the presence of Hartham Common, a large open space with playing fields, a leisure centre, and pathways along the river. This green corridor separates Hertford West from the neighbouring village of Hertingfordbury. The local railway station, Hertford North, provides a direct commuter link to London.

Area overview

On average Hertford West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 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 per household in Hertford West is £68,556 per year. There are 4 schools in Hertford West: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Hertford West is home to around 5,913 people, with a population density of about 2,151.4 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
27.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hertford West Population
5,913
Population density
2,151.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
29.09(-6%)
Anti-social behaviour
19.62(+70%)
Public order
5.75(+11%)
Vehicle crime
4.57(0%)
Other theft
4.23(-24%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,917
83.14%
Other White
337
5.7%
Irish
109
1.84%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
87
1.47%
African
76
1.29%
Total population: 5,914

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,714
36.95%
Level 3 (A level)
762
16.43%
No qualifications
758
16.34%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
615
13.26%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
459
9.89%
Total 16+ residents: 4,639

Housing

Housing tenure

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
93
3.68%
Total households: 2,529

Property prices in Hertford West

Based on 73 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 distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hertford West 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 West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£865,000
Flats15£250,000
Semi-Detached12£515,000
Terraced39£420,000

10 years median price trend in Hertford West

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

All postcodes in Hertford West

SG142EL

Thieves Lane

SG142JA

Broadoak End

SG142BQ

Fordwich Hill

SG142EJ

Thieves Lane

SG142HL

Bentley Road

SG142TH

Halleys Ridge

SG142GY

Mosley Close

SG142BD

Welwyn Road

SG142HE

Bentley Road

SG142BJ

Fordwich Close

SG142DE

Fordwich Rise

SG142BL

Fordwich Rise

SG142EN

Bentley Road

SG142DB

Elizabeth Close

SG142DQ

Windsor Drive

SG142HJ

Bentley Road

SG142LW

Perrett Gardens

SG142LA

Hertingfordbury Road

SG142TA

Ladywood Road

SG142FR

Booth Close

SG142JD

Broad Oak Lane

SG142DU

Tudor Way

SG142EZ

Edmunds Road

SG142FL

Booth Close

SG142HH

Lawrence Close

SG142HQ

Welwyn Road

SG142JW

Linfield Court

SG142WH

Goldens Way

SG142GU

Ivo Street

SG142BY

North Road

SG142HT

Windsor Drive

SG142NF

Warner Street

SG142FH

Tudor Way

SG142GR

Fitzjohns Drive

SG142HF

Bentley Road

SG142TQ

Halleys Ridge

SG142AQ

Ashley Road

SG142FE

Welwyn Road

SG142BE

Fordwich Rise

SG142DF

Fordwich Rise

SG142HG

Welwyn Road

Data Sources

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