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Hoddesdon Town

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About

Hoddesdon is a town in the Broxbourne borough of Hertfordshire, located about 20 miles north of London. The area is known for its mix of historic and modern elements, with a town centre featuring shops, cafes, and local businesses. The River Lea runs nearby, providing green spaces and walking paths for residents and visitors.

The town has good transport links, including a railway station with services to London Liverpool Street. Hoddesdon also has several schools and community facilities, making it a practical choice for families. The area retains some historic charm, with landmarks like the New River and the remains of a 17th-century market cross.

Area overview

On average Hoddesdon Town has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hoddesdon Town is £47,400 per year. There are 6 schools in Hoddesdon Town: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

112

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

12.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Hoddesdon Town Population

7,896

Population density

1,084.6 per km²

Demographics

British

6,014

76.16%

Other White

870

11.02%

Other

166

2.1%

African

137

1.73%

Caribbean

111

1.41%

Total population: 7,897

Housing

Owns outright

1,067

29.36%

Owns with a mortgage

1,062

29.22%

Private landlord or letting agency

869

23.91%

Other social rented

459

12.63%

Social rents from council

104

2.86%

Total households: 3,634

Property prices in Hoddesdon Town

Based on 121 recent sales, the median property price is £319,995 in Hoddesdon Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £1,225,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	11	£607,000	£442,500	£547,500	£798,750	£937,500
Flats	63	£235,000	£155,650	£205,000	£263,000	£318,496
Semi-Detached	22	£436,250	£358,900	£412,250	£530,000	£689,000
Terraced	25	£400,000	£340,000	£350,000	£442,000	£517,000

10 years price trend in Hoddesdon Town

All postcodes in Hoddesdon Town

EN118DU

Lampits

EN118EX

High Street

EN118FR

Brewery Road

EN118GP

Hoddesdon Town

EN118JH

Roman Street

EN118JJ

Century Road

EN118LL

Benford Road

EN118PD

Lowfield Lane

EN118RJ

Winterscroft Road

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail