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Ware West

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

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Ware West Population

8,389

Population density

2,142.6 per km²

Crime

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

British

7,262

86.58%

Other White

430

5.13%

Irish

1.12%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

1.07%

Indian

1.03%

Total population: 8,388

Economics

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

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)

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.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	57	£237,500	£108,900	£195,000	£307,500	£351,000
Detached	13	£665,000	£434,000	£580,000	£705,000	£897,500
Terraced	27	£415,000	£303,000	£367,500	£490,000	£701,200
Semi-Detached	25	£525,000	£304,000	£444,000	£582,000	£858,000

10 years median price trend in Ware West

Data Sources

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

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

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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

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Property prices in Ware West

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