About Ardeley

Ardeley is a small village located in Hertfordshire, within the SG2 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of Baldock and is situated near the A1(M) motorway, making it accessible from nearby towns and cities. The village has a rural character, with a mix of traditional and modern housing, and is surrounded by open countryside. Ardeley is known for its proximity to the River Ivel, which flows through the area and offers opportunities for walking and fishing. The village has a church, St Mary’s, which dates back to the 13th century and remains a focal point of the community. There is also a local pub, the Ardeley Arms, which serves as a social hub for residents. The area is largely residential, with a quiet atmosphere and a strong sense of community.

School Ratings in Ardeley

There are 60 schools in and around Ardeley. S6 Broadwater Family Centre and Stevenage Education Support Centre are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ardeley

The average property price is £351K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £306K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ardeley

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Ardeley, with 81 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ardeley

Ardeley sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ardeley

Broadband speeds in Ardeley are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,634 sales

Average Price £351K
£1K — £7M
Detached £560K 703
Semi £376K 832
Terraced £306K 2,660
Flat £187K 330

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
8 Secondary
15 Other
Ardeley St Lawrence Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Walkern Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Benington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles NH9 Strawberry Fields Family Centre 2.9 miles Round Diamond Primary School Primary 2.9 miles The Nobel School Secondary Good 3.1 miles Martins Wood Primary School Primary 3.1 miles S4 Chells & Manor Family Centre 3.1 miles Lodge Farm Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Weston Primary & Nursery School Primary 3.2 miles Camps Hill Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles The Leys Primary and Nursery School Primary 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ardeley IMD 2025

Ardeley sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
5/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
8/10
10,538 Children (0-15) 20%
33,640 Working Age 63%
12,324 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.6% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ardeley 571 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Ardeley sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

196 Violence & Sexual Offences
81 Anti-Social Behaviour
71 Shoplifting
39 Criminal Damage & Arson
38 Vehicle Crime
33 Drugs
33 Other Theft
29 Public Order
15 Other Crime
10 Robbery
9 Burglary
6 Bicycle Theft
6 Weapons
5 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stevenage Train Station 4.8 miles
Watton-At-Stone Train Station 5.2 miles
Baldock Train Station 5.6 miles
Knebworth Train Station 5.7 miles
Letchworth Garden City Train Station 6.3 miles
Ashwell And Morden Train Station 6.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Walkern 0.9 miles Hare Street 0.9 miles Luffenhall 0.9 miles Cromer 0.9 miles Clay End 1.2 miles Bassus Green 1.2 miles Brook End 1.4 miles Moor Green 1.4 miles Cottered 1.4 miles Parker's Green 1.8 miles Wood End 1.8 miles Cumberlow Green 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Stevenage
County Hertfordshire
Ward Chells
Constituency Stevenage
Parish Stevenage, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in SG2 30 shown View all streets

A602 1 Anderson Road 3 Angle Ways 4 Apollo Way 1 Arundel Close 1 Ashbottom Close 1 Ashburnam Walk 1 Ashdown Road 2 Ashleigh 5 Aspen Close 1 Aston Bury Lane 2 Aston End Road 4 Aston Lane 3 Aubries 1 Augustus Gate 1 Austen Paths 5 Austen Paths;Chells Way 1 Aylward Drive 5 B1037 2 B197 1 Baddeley Close 1 Badminton Close 1 Balmoral Close 1 Bandley Rise 6 Barham Road 2 Barleycroft 1 Barnwell 3 Beale Close 2 Beane Avenue 1 Beane Walk 1

Postcodes in SG2 50 shown View all postcodes

SG2 0AA SG2 0AB SG2 0AD SG2 0AE SG2 0AG SG2 0AH SG2 0AJ SG2 0AL SG2 0AN SG2 0AP SG2 0AQ SG2 0AR SG2 0AS SG2 0AT SG2 0AU SG2 0AW SG2 0AZ SG2 0BA SG2 0BB SG2 0BD SG2 0BE SG2 0BF SG2 0BG SG2 0BH SG2 0BJ SG2 0BL SG2 0BN SG2 0BP SG2 0BS SG2 0BT SG2 0BU SG2 0BX SG2 0BY SG2 0BZ SG2 0DA SG2 0DB SG2 0DD SG2 0DE SG2 0DF SG2 0DG SG2 0DJ SG2 0DL SG2 0DP SG2 0DR SG2 0EA SG2 0EB SG2 0ED SG2 0EE SG2 0EF SG2 0EG