Three Rivers is a local government district in Hertfordshire, part of the East of England. It covers an area of approximately 89 square kilometers and includes towns such as Rickmansworth, Chorleywood, and South Oxhey. The district is named after the three rivers—the Colne, Chess, and Gade—that flow through it. The area is known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes, with green spaces like the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty nearby.
The district has strong transport links, with the Metropolitan Line providing direct access to London. It also features a range of housing, from historic buildings to modern developments. Local amenities include shopping centers, schools, and leisure facilities. Three Rivers has a population of around 90,000, with a mix of residential and commercial areas contributing to its economy. The district balances suburban living with access to countryside and waterways.
Area overview
On average Three Rivers has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Three Rivers is £61,788 per year. There are 43 schools in Three Rivers: 28 primary (6 Outstanding and 20 Good) and 7 secondary (4 Outstanding and 3 Good).
Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
63
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
13.3%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Three Rivers Population
93,771
Population density
1,055.8 per km²
Demographics
British
63,706
67.94%
Indian
10,166
10.84%
Other White
6,457
6.89%
Other Asian
1,984
2.12%
Irish
1,977
2.11%
Total population: 93,772
Christian
44,655
47.62%
No religion
28,922
30.84%
Hindu
7,791
8.31%
Not answered
5,282
5.63%
Muslim
3,458
3.69%
Total population: 93,771
Level 4+ (Degree)
32,023
42.7%
Level 3 (A level)
11,479
15.3%
No qualifications
10,022
13.36%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
9,838
13.12%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
6,539
8.72%
Total 16+ residents: 75,003
Employed
45,974
61.3%
Retired
15,494
20.66%
Student
3,498
4.66%
Looking after home or family
3,395
4.53%
Unemployed
1,889
2.52%
Total 16+ residents: 75,002
Housing
Owns with a mortgage
13,334
36.18%
Owns outright
12,806
34.75%
Private landlord or letting agency
4,296
11.66%
Other social rented
3,949
10.71%
Social rents from council
1,518
4.12%
Total households: 36,857
Semi-detached
12,976
35.2%
Detached
9,584
26%
Terraced
6,801
18.45%
Purpose-built flat
6,308
17.11%
Converted/shared house (inc HMO)
353
0.96%
Total households: 36,859
Property prices in Three Rivers
Based on 1,020 recent sales, the median property price is £550,000 in Three Rivers area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £5,595,000.
