About Batford

Batford is a small village located in Hertfordshire, within the AL5 postcode area of England. It lies to the south of the town of Hitchin and is situated near the River Rib. The village has a rural character, with a mix of traditional and modern housing, and is surrounded by open countryside. Batford is close to the A1(M) and benefits from good transport links to nearby towns and cities. The area is known for its peaceful environment and proximity to the countryside, making it a convenient location for those commuting to London or other regional centres. The village has a small community with local amenities, including a church and a few local businesses. It is a quiet place with a strong sense of community and a long history within the Hertfordshire region.

School Ratings in Batford

Families in Batford have access to 75 local schools. 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 Batford

Homes sell for an average of £873K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £1.3M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Batford

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Batford, with 19 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Batford

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Batford 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Batford

Batford benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,357 sales

Average Price £873K
£1K — £13.5M
Detached £1.32M 1,427
Semi £820K 1,152
Terraced £615K 711
Flat £426K 924

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

42 Primary
9 Secondary
24 Other
Sauncey Wood Primary School Primary 0.1 miles SA2 Batford Family Centre 0.2 miles Batford Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.2 miles Sir John Lawes School Secondary Outstanding 0.4 miles Manland Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Katherine Warington School Secondary Good 0.5 miles The Lea Primary School and Nursery Primary 0.6 miles St George's School Secondary 0.7 miles Crabtree Infants' School Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Crabtree Junior School Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Harpenden Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles High Beeches Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Batford IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Batford 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.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
9/10
Employment
9/10
Education
10/10
Health
9/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
9,182 Children (0-15) 23%
22,826 Working Age 57%
9,916 Older (60+) 25%
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 Batford 108 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Batford 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.

22 Violence & Sexual Offences
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
16 Vehicle Crime
14 Other Theft
11 Shoplifting
10 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Burglary
5 Public Order
3 Drugs
2 Other Crime
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 0.9 miles
Luton Airport Parkway Train Station 4 miles
Luton Train Station 5 miles
St Albans City Train Station 5.2 miles
St Albans Abbey Train Station 5.6 miles
Welwyn Garden City Train Station 6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lea Valley 0.6 miles Mackerye End 0.6 miles Bower Heath 0.6 miles Cold Harbour 0.6 miles Harpenden 0.9 miles Marshalls Heath 1.2 miles Blackmore End 1.4 miles The Folly 1.4 miles Leasey Bridge 1.4 miles Harpenden Common 1.4 miles Porter's End 1.8 miles East Hyde 1.8 miles

Local Government

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

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

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