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About Herring's Green
Herring's Green is a small village located in Bedfordshire, England, within the MK45 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The surrounding countryside offers various walking paths and open spaces, making it a pleasant area for outdoor activities.
Local amenities include a few shops and a community centre that serves as a hub for village events. Herring's Green is well-connected to nearby towns, allowing residents easy access to additional services and facilities. The village is also close to the larger town of Flitwick, which provides further shopping and dining options, as well as rail connections to London.
School Ratings in Herring's Green
Families in Herring's Green have access to 73 local schools. Esland Bedford School and Gravenhurst Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Herring's Green
Homes sell for an average of £443K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £543K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Herring's Green
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Herring's Green, with 9 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Herring's Green
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Herring's Green among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Healthcare in Herring's Green
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Herring's Green, the nearest being Ache Shortstown Beds (1.6 miles away).
Local Data for Herring's Green
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Property Prices 7,710 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the MK45 postcode area.
Household Income in Herring's Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Herring's Green is approximately £70,022 a year before tax, 27% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,306. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £49,306.
Businesses in Herring's Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,292 active businesses based in Herring's Green, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 35 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Herring's Green IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Herring's Green experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Herring's Green 34 crimes · April 2026
Crime levels in Herring's Green are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Herring's Green
Of the 20,371 households in and around Herring's Green, 78% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Herring's Green.