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Location in HertfordshireAshwell End sits where the marker shows within the county.

13,445
Population
5,628
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£67,196
Avg. household income
609
Businesses
191
People per km²
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About Ashwell End

Ashwell End is a small village located in Hertfordshire, within the SG7 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of Hitchin and is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English countryside surroundings. The village consists of a mix of residential properties, including some older cottages and more modern homes, set along quiet lanes. There are no major commercial developments in the immediate area, contributing to its peaceful atmosphere.

The local area offers access to walking and cycling paths, with nearby fields and woodlands providing opportunities for outdoor recreation. Ashwell End is well connected to nearby towns and cities via road networks, making it convenient for commuting. The village has a community focus, with local events and gatherings often taking place in the village hall. It remains a quiet, residential area with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Ashwell End

There are 36 schools in and around Ashwell End. Weston Way Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashwell End

The average property price is £416K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £342K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashwell End

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Ashwell End, with 19 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashwell End

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ashwell End ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Ashwell End

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Ashwell End, the nearest being Ashwell Surgery (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for Ashwell End

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Property Prices 1,755 sales

Average Price £416K
£112 , £5.4M
Detached £671K 306
Semi £430K 426
Terraced £342K 545
Flat £230K 388

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary
6 Secondary
7 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 7

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SG7 postcode area.

Ashwell Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Steeple Morden CofE VC Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.5 miles Dunton CofE Junior School Primary Good 2.6 miles Guilden Morden CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 2.6 miles Stotfold & District Children's Centre Good 3.1 miles St Mary's CofE Academy Stotfold Primary Good 3.1 miles Pix Brook Academy Middle deemed secondary Good 3.5 miles Roecroft Lower School Primary 3.6 miles Etonbury Academy Middle deemed secondary Good 3.7 miles Hartsfield Junior Mixed and Infant School Primary Good 4.1 miles Biggleswade Academy Primary Good 4.2 miles Norton St Nicholas CofE (VA) Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles

Household Income in Ashwell End ONS 2023

The average total household income in Ashwell End is approximately £67,196 a year before tax, 22% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £48,854. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Ashwell End £67,196
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £48,854.

Businesses in Ashwell End ONS 2025

There are approximately 609 active businesses based in Ashwell End, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

609 Total businesses
45 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Ashwell End IMD 2025

Ashwell End is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 20%
2,424 Children (0-15) 18%
8,336 Working Age 62%
2,685 Older (65+) 20%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.3% 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 Ashwell End 78 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Ashwell End sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 27
Anti-Social Behaviour 19
Other Theft 9
Criminal Damage & Arson 8
Shoplifting 4
Drugs 2
Public Order 2
Vehicle Crime 2
Other Crime 2
Burglary 1
Weapons 1
Robbery 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Ashwell And Morden Train Station 2.9 miles
Baldock Train Station 4 miles
Arlesey Train Station 4.3 miles
Biggleswade Train Station 4.6 miles
Letchworth Garden City Train Station 5.4 miles
Royston Train Station 6.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ashwell 0.9 miles Hinxworth 1.2 miles Caldecote 1.8 miles Red Barn 1.8 miles Edworth 2 miles Newnham 2 miles Steeple Morden 2.2 miles Guilden Morden 2.2 miles Gatley End 2.6 miles Millow 2.6 miles Astwick 2.8 miles Morden Green 2.8 miles

Local Government

District North Hertfordshire
County Hertfordshire
Ward Baldock Town
Constituency North East Hertfordshire
Parish North Hertfordshire, unparished area
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Ashwell End

Of the 5,853 households in and around Ashwell End, 68% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 15% Private rented 17%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Ashwell End.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ashwell End

What is the population of Ashwell End?
Ashwell End has a population of approximately 13,445 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Ashwell End?
The average property in and around Ashwell End sold for about £415,942, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 19% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Ashwell End a deprived area?
Ashwell End sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Ashwell End?
Ashwell End is covered by the SG7 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Ashwell End?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Ashwell End, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Ashwell End?
The nearest railway station to Ashwell End is Ashwell And Morden Train Station, about 2.9 miles away.

Streets in SG7 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 1 A507 3 Alder Close 1 Aldridge Court 1 Aleyn Way 1 Anchor Road 1 Angell's Meadow 1 Arnolds Lane 2 Ashanger Lane 2 Ashton's Lane 1 Ashville Way 1 Ashwell Road 11 Ashwell Street 11 Avenue One 3 Back Lane 1 Back Street 6 Bacon's Yard 1 Baldock Industrial Estate 2 Baldock Lane 1 Baldock Road 1 Barley Rise 1 Bear Lane 1 Beechridge Way 1 Beechwood Close 1 Bell Row 2 Brewery Lane 2 Bush Spring 1 Bygrave Road 3 Byrd Walk 1 Caldecote Road 5

Postcodes in SG7 50 shown View all postcodes

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