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

30,579
Population
11,672
Households
9 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£89,743
Avg. household income
1,971
Businesses
1,337
People per km²
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About Ayres End

Ayres End is a small village located in Hertfordshire, within the AL5 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of Ware and is surrounded by rural countryside, with open fields and scattered woodland. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, residential character, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. There are several local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, contributing to a close-knit community atmosphere. The area is well-connected by road, with the A10 and A111 providing access to nearby towns and cities. Ayres End is known for its peaceful environment and proximity to the River Lea, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. The village is part of the civil parish of Ware and benefits from local services and transport links within the wider Hertfordshire region.

School Ratings in Ayres End

There are 96 schools in and around Ayres End. Batford Nursery School, The Grove Infant and Nursery School, Roundwood Park School and Sir John Lawes School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ayres End

The average property price is £893K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £1.3M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ayres End

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Ayres End, with 33 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ayres End

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ayres 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 Ayres End

There are 11 GP surgeries within three miles of Ayres End, the nearest being Village Surgery (1.7 miles away).

Local Data for Ayres End

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Property Prices 4,248 sales

Average Price £893K
£1K , £17.66M
Detached £1.35M 1,401
Semi £825K 1,125
Terraced £616K 667
Flat £422K 908

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

54 Primary
13 Secondary
29 Other
Outstanding 8
Good 7

Ofsted ratings for schools in the AL5 postcode area.

The Grove Infant and Nursery School Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles SA3 Southdown Family Centre 0.8 miles The Grove Junior School Primary Good 0.8 miles Aldwickbury School Not applicable 0.9 miles High Beeches Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Crabtree Infants' School Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles Crabtree Junior School Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles St Dominic Catholic Primary School Primary 1.3 miles St Helen's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Harpenden Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Katherine Warington School Secondary Good 1.7 miles SA1 Lamer Fields Family Centre Good 1.7 miles

Household Income in Ayres End ONS 2023

The average total household income in Ayres End is approximately £89,743 a year before tax, 62% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £62,535. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Ayres End £89,743
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £62,535.

Businesses in Ayres End ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,971 active businesses based in Ayres End, around 64 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,971 Total businesses
64 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Ayres End IMD 2025

Ayres 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
9/10
Income
9/10
Employment
9/10
Education
10/10
Health
9/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 24%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 18%
7,298 Children (0-15) 24%
17,886 Working Age 58%
5,402 Older (65+) 18%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 9.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 6.7% 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 Ayres End 133 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Ayres End sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Anti-social behaviour 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.

Anti-Social Behaviour 33
Violence & Sexual Offences 24
Other Theft 16
Shoplifting 16
Vehicle Crime 12
Criminal Damage & Arson 11
Burglary 6
Public Order 4
Other Crime 4
Bicycle Theft 2
Drugs 2
Robbery 2
Weapons 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

Harpenden Train Station 1.5 miles
St Albans City Train Station 3.2 miles
St Albans Abbey Train Station 3.8 miles
Welwyn Garden City Train Station 5.2 miles
Hatfield (Herts) Train Station 5.3 miles
Park Street Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Amwell 0.9 miles Hatching Green 1.2 miles Nomansland 1.2 miles Harpenden Common 1.4 miles Childwick Green 1.4 miles The Folly 1.4 miles Leasey Bridge 1.4 miles Harpenden 1.8 miles Childwick Bury 1.8 miles Wheathampstead 1.8 miles Sandridge 1.8 miles Lea Valley 1.9 miles

Local Government

District St Albans
County Hertfordshire
Ward Sandridge & Wheathampstead
Constituency Hitchin and Harpenden
Parish Wheathampstead
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Ayres End

Of the 11,752 households in and around Ayres End, 78% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 78% Social rented 8% Private rented 14%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ayres End

What is the population of Ayres End?
Ayres End has a population of approximately 30,579 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Ayres End?
The average property in and around Ayres End sold for about £893,236, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 156% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Ayres End a deprived area?
Ayres End sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 9 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Ayres End?
Ayres End is covered by the AL5 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Ayres End?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Ayres End, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Ayres End?
The nearest railway station to Ayres End is Harpenden Train Station, about 1.5 miles away.

Streets in AL5 30 shown View all streets

Acacia Walk 1 Alders End Lane 1 Aldwick Road 1 Aldwickbury Crescent 7 Altwood 1 Alzey Gardens 3 Amberley Close 1 Ambrose Lane 7 Amenbury Lane 9 Ancaster Close 1 Annables Lane 7 Aplins Close 3 Applewood Close 1 Arcadian Court 1 Arden Grove 2 Ashcroft Close 1 Ashley Gardens 2 Ashwell Park 1 Avenue St Nicholas 3 Ayres End Lane 2 Aysgarth Close 1 Balfour Court 3 Bamville Wood 1 Barley Rise 1 Barlings Road 5 Barnfield Court 1 Barnfield Road 4 Barns Dene 2 Barrons Row 1 Barton Close 1

Postcodes in AL5 50 shown View all postcodes

AL5 1AA AL5 1AB AL5 1AD AL5 1AF AL5 1AG AL5 1AJ AL5 1AL AL5 1AN AL5 1AP AL5 1AQ AL5 1AS AL5 1AU AL5 1AW AL5 1AX AL5 1AY AL5 1BA AL5 1BB AL5 1BD AL5 1BE AL5 1BG AL5 1BH AL5 1BJ AL5 1BL AL5 1BN AL5 1BP AL5 1BQ AL5 1BS AL5 1BT AL5 1BU AL5 1BW AL5 1BX AL5 1BY AL5 1BZ AL5 1DA AL5 1DB AL5 1DD AL5 1DE AL5 1DF AL5 1DG AL5 1DH AL5 1DJ AL5 1DL AL5 1DN AL5 1DP AL5 1DQ AL5 1DR AL5 1DT AL5 1DW AL5 1DY AL5 1DZ