About Bell Bar

Bell Bar is a small settlement located in Hertfordshire, within the AL9 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Ware and is situated close to the River Lea, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and older housing, and is well connected to nearby towns and villages by road. There are local amenities including a pub and a small shop, providing basic services for residents. The village is part of the civil parish of Ware and benefits from its proximity to the A10 and A112 roads, making it accessible for commuting. The landscape features open fields and wooded areas, contributing to a peaceful environment. Bell Bar remains a quiet community with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Bell Bar

Bell Bar is served by 82 schools. Rhodes Wood Hospital School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bell Bar

Property prices average £705K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £1.1M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bell Bar

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bell Bar, with 44 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bell Bar

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bell Bar 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bell Bar

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Bell Bar, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,542 sales

Average Price £705K
£498 — £10.9M
Detached £1.13M 464
Semi £657K 303
Terraced £470K 340
Flat £330K 352

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

42 Primary
8 Secondary
32 Other
Chancellor's School Secondary 0.5 miles Brookmans Park Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Rhodes Wood Hospital School Outstanding 1.2 miles Queenswood School 1.5 miles St Mary's Church of England VA Primary School, Welham Green Primary 1.6 miles WH8 De Havilland Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.6 miles De Havilland Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Links Hatfield Academy Good 1.8 miles Lochinver House School 1.9 miles Little Heath Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Gracewood Academy Secondary 2.1 miles Oak View Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 2.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bell Bar IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bell Bar 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.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,973 Children (0-15) 17%
14,625 Working Age 63%
6,057 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.3% 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 Bell Bar 245 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bell Bar 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.

74 Violence & Sexual Offences
44 Anti-Social Behaviour
22 Vehicle Crime
19 Other Theft
17 Criminal Damage & Arson
16 Drugs
12 Public Order
12 Shoplifting
10 Burglary
10 Other Crime
3 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Hertfordshire Welwyn Hatfield South Visit force website →
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

Brookmans Park Train Station 1.2 miles
Welham Green Train Station 1.3 miles
Hatfield (Herts) Train Station 2.5 miles
Cuffley Train Station 3.7 miles
Hadley Wood Train Station 4.5 miles
Welwyn Garden City Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woodside 0.6 miles Brookmans Park 0.9 miles Wildhill 0.9 miles Lower Woodside 0.9 miles Welham Green 1.2 miles Marshmoor 1.4 miles Little Heath 1.9 miles Swanley Bar 1.9 miles Water End 2 miles South Hatfield 2 miles West End 2 miles The Ridgeway 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Welwyn Hatfield
County Hertfordshire
Ward Hatfield East
Constituency Welwyn Hatfield
Parish Hatfield
Region East of England

Streets in AL9 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 1 Abdale Lane 1 Alderman Close 2 Arm and Sword Lane 1 Ash Close 3 Batterdale 3 Bedwell Avenue 1 Bell Lane 1 Berkhamsted Lane 1 Bluebridge Avenue 2 Bluebridge Road 6 Booths Close 1 Bradmore Green 3 Bradmore Way 4 Brookmans Avenue 4 Bull Stag Green 2 Bulls Lane 6 Burleigh Mead 2 Bush Hall Lane 3 Bushwood Close 1 Calder Avenue 4 Charkham Mews 1 Chequers 1 Church Lane 2 Church Street 7 Coningsby Close 1 Cucumber Lane 4 Cum cum Hill 2 Dellsome Lane 6 Dixons Hill Close 4

Postcodes in AL9 50 shown View all postcodes

AL9 5AB AL9 5AD AL9 5AE AL9 5AF AL9 5AH AL9 5AJ AL9 5AL AL9 5AN AL9 5AP AL9 5AR AL9 5AS AL9 5AT AL9 5AW AL9 5AX AL9 5AY AL9 5AZ AL9 5BA AL9 5BB AL9 5BD AL9 5BE AL9 5BG AL9 5BL AL9 5BT AL9 5BW AL9 5BX AL9 5BY AL9 5BZ AL9 5DA AL9 5DB AL9 5DE AL9 5DF AL9 5DH AL9 5DJ AL9 5DL AL9 5DN AL9 5DP AL9 5DQ AL9 5DR AL9 5DS AL9 5DU AL9 5DW AL9 5DX AL9 5DY AL9 5DZ AL9 5EA AL9 5EB AL9 5ED AL9 5EF AL9 5EG AL9 5EH