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Potters Bar Furzefield

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About

Potters Bar Furzefield ward is located in the northern part of Hertsmere, Hertfordshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, semis, and terraces. Furzefield Centre serves as a local hub, offering leisure facilities and community spaces. The ward is bordered by green spaces like Mymwood Drive Open Space, providing recreational areas for residents.

Public transport links include Potters Bar railway station, connecting the area to London and nearby towns. Local schools such as Furzefield Primary School cater to families in the ward. The area maintains a quiet, suburban character, with easy access to the M25 for commuters. Shops and amenities are concentrated around Darkes Lane, meeting everyday needs.

Area overview

On average Potters Bar Furzefield has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Potters Bar Furzefield is £59,258 per year. There are 2 schools in Potters Bar Furzefield: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
61
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
16.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Potters Bar Furzefield Population
5,787
Population density
1,294.9 per km²

Demographics

British
3,813
65.87%
Other White
571
9.86%
Indian
318
5.49%
Other
204
3.52%
Irish
125
2.16%
Total population: 5,789

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
802
35.44%
Owns outright
752
33.23%
Other social rented
330
14.58%
Private landlord or letting agency
317
14.01%
Other forms of private rent
26
1.15%
Total households: 2,263

Property prices in Potters Bar Furzefield

Based on 56 recent sales, the median property price is £525,500 in Potters Bar Furzefield area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £790,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£628,500
Flats11£240,000
Semi-Detached29£545,000
Terraced14£469,975

10 years price trend in Potters Bar Furzefield

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Data Sources

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