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Location in HertfordshireBallingdon Bottom sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Ballingdon Bottom
Ballingdon Bottom is a small settlement located in Hertfordshire, within the HP2 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Hitchin and is situated in a rural part of the county. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of older and more modern housing. The surrounding landscape features open fields and scattered trees, typical of the Hertfordshire countryside. There are no major commercial centres or tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, making it a quiet place for those seeking a peaceful environment. The village is well-connected by road, with the A1081 passing nearby, providing access to larger towns and cities. It is a place where residents enjoy a close-knit community and a slower pace of life.
School Ratings in Ballingdon Bottom
Ballingdon Bottom is served by 79 schools. Dacorum Education Support Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 17 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Ballingdon Bottom
Property prices average £478K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £356K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ballingdon Bottom
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Ballingdon Bottom, with 171 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Ballingdon Bottom
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ballingdon Bottom falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Local Data for Ballingdon Bottom
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Property Prices 4,597 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HP2 postcode area.
Household Income in Ballingdon Bottom ONS 2023
The average total household income in Ballingdon Bottom is approximately £56,978 a year before tax, 3% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,054. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £43,054.
Businesses in Ballingdon Bottom ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,847 active businesses based in Ballingdon Bottom, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 64 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Ballingdon Bottom IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ballingdon Bottom in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Ballingdon Bottom 676 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Ballingdon Bottom is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
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 Ballingdon Bottom
Of the 17,694 households in and around Ballingdon Bottom, 52% are owned, 32% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Ballingdon Bottom.