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About

Ware West is a residential suburb situated on the western edge of the historic market town of Ware. The area is characterised by a mix of post-war and more recent housing developments, offering a range of property types. It is primarily a quiet, family-oriented neighbourhood with local amenities including schools and convenience stores. The layout is functional, with good road connections to the town centre and the A10, facilitating travel for work and shopping.

The area is bordered by the River Lea and its associated waterways, providing a distinct natural boundary. This proximity to water and the adjacent open spaces, including King George's Playing Field, offers residents access to walking routes and green areas. The Grand Union Canal also runs nearby, contributing to the local landscape. It is a practical and settled community, separate from but dependent on the facilities of the larger town.

Area overview

On average Ware West has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Ware West is £67,243 per year. There are 7 schools in Ware West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good). Ware West is home to around 8,389 people, with a population density of about 2,142.6 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
12.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ware West Population
8,389
Population density
2,142.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
22.29(-29%)
Anti-social behaviour
15.97(+38%)
Shoplifting
4.89(-29%)
Public order
4.53(-12%)
Other theft
4.17(-24%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,262
86.58%
Other White
430
5.13%
Irish
94
1.12%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
90
1.07%
Indian
86
1.03%
Total population: 8,388

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,608
37.35%
Level 3 (A level)
1,289
18.46%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,005
14.39%
No qualifications
852
12.2%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
725
10.38%
Total 16+ residents: 6,982

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,359
35.73%
Owns outright
1,283
33.73%
Private landlord or letting agency
581
15.27%
Other social rented
355
9.33%
Shared ownership
115
3.02%
Total households: 3,804

Property prices in Ware West

Based on 122 recent sales, the median property price is £352,500 in Ware West area, with individual transactions ranging from £83,750 up to £995,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ware 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 Ware West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats57£237,500
Detached13£665,000
Terraced27£415,000
Semi-Detached25£525,000

10 years median price trend in Ware West

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

All postcodes in Ware West

SG120AN

Park Road

SG129LY

London Road

SG124DL

Marsh Lane

SG129QT

London Road

SG129PU

Millacres

SG120AJ

Park Road

SG120FG

The Harwoods

SG90ZU

Marsh Lane

SG120XD

The Blanes

SG124JH

Ware Priory

SG129NZ

Hoe Lane

SG120XQ

Kestrel Court

SG129UT

Station Road

SG129PG

Cedar Close

SG129JT

Myddleton Road

SG129LP

London Road

SG124FW

Marsh Lane

SG129JG

Scotts Road

SG120BD

Croft Road

SG120BG

Lower Bourne Gardens

SG129PT

Wickhams Wharf

SG120AY

Watton Road

SG129WH

Marsh Lane

SG120BY

Aldwyke Rise

SG120BA

Trapstyle Road

SG129NR

Peters Wood Hill

SG120XH

Wickenfields

SG112BD

Marsh Lane

SG129PD

Walnut Tree Walk

SG129JZ

Hillside

SG129HP

Amwell End

SG120RB

Wadesmill Road

SG124FZ

Marsh Lane

SG129HW

Amwell End

SG129JN

Warner Road

SG124JF

Ware Priory

SG129LW

Reed Place

SG120GF

Brewery Yard

SG129QN

Marsh Lane

SG129NP

Presdales Drive

SG120GG

Cowper Close

SG129PF

Walton Road

SG129FD

Ware Priory

SG120DQ

Demontfort Rise

SG120SF

Poles Lane

SG124HT

Ware Priory

SG129LA

Chadwell Rise

SG120XT

The Pastures

SG120GE

Roman Court

SG129WR

Marsh Lane

SG120BN

Canons Road

SG129LZ

Gilpin Road

SG120GP

Gladstone Road

SG120BZ

Rolleston Close

SG120NN

Marsh Lane

SG129FN

Coddington Close

SG129LR

Hoe Lane

SG129NQ

Beech Close

SG129JP

Fairway

SG129FH

Sutton Court

SG129NB

Grange Gardens

SG129LB

Spring View Road

SG129FJ

Willow View

SG129JX

Chadwell

SG129QL

Peerglow Centre

SG120BL

Lower Bourne Gardens

SG120DA

Priors Gate

SG120XE

Briardale

SG124JA

Ware Priory

SG120RH

Bryce Close

SG129JW

Little Acres

SG120XF

Briardale

SG120ER

The Hyde

SG129HS

Broadmeads

SG120XS

Wheatsheaf Drive

SG129FL

John Gilpin Close

SG124GQ

Marsh Lane

SG120XW

Greyfriars

SG129UW

Marsh Lane

SG120PZ

Milton Road

SG124JJ

Ware Priory

SG90TP

Marsh Lane

SG120FQ

Trapstyle Road

SG124HE

Marsh Lane

SG120EN

Richmond Close

SG129JR

Railway View

SG120AW

Park Road

SG129PB

Hoe Lane

SG120DE

Priory Street

SG120BW

Canons Road

SG120DJ

Priory Street

SG120BE

Lower Bourne Gardens

SG124DS

Marsh Lane

SG129DD

London Road

SG120XR

Wheatsheaf Drive

SG129QQ

Marsh Lane

SG129JS

Pine Close

SG120RZ

Page Hill

SG129LH

Hertford Road

SG129NA

Gilpin Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.