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

17,731
Population
8,494
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£71,765
Avg. household income
1,006
Businesses
386
People per km²
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About Broadoak End

Broadoak End is a small settlement located in Hertfordshire, within the SG14 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by a mix of detached houses and semi-rural properties, with several roads lined by trees and hedgerows. There are no major commercial centres or public transport links within the immediate vicinity, making it a quiet residential spot. The local environment is peaceful, with walking paths and footpaths connecting to nearby villages and woodlands. The community is small and close-knit, with residents often relying on nearby towns for shopping and services. The area retains a traditional feel, with many homes built in the mid-20th century, reflecting the broader development patterns of Hertfordshire during that period.

School Ratings in Broadoak End

There are 84 schools in and around Broadoak End. EH9 Hertford Selections Family Centre and Bengeo Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broadoak End

The average property price is £520K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £451K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broadoak End

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Broadoak End, with 54 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broadoak End

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Broadoak 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 broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Broadoak End

There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Broadoak End, the nearest being Hanscombe House Surgery (1.3 miles away).

Local Data for Broadoak End

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Property Prices 3,186 sales

Average Price £520K
£1K , £24.42M
Detached £889K 413
Semi £573K 646
Terraced £451K 1,124
Flat £294K 849

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

49 Primary
7 Secondary
28 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SG14 postcode area.

Hertford St Andrew CofE Primary School Primary 0.3 miles EH9 Hertford Selections Family Centre Outstanding 0.5 miles The Sele School Secondary 0.5 miles Hollybush Primary School Primary 0.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Hertford) Primary 0.7 miles Bengeo Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Mill Mead Primary Academy Primary 1.1 miles Hertford Prep Not applicable Good 1.1 miles Duncombe School Not applicable Good 1.2 miles Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Richard Hale School Secondary Good 1.5 miles EH10 Churchfields Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.6 miles

Household Income in Broadoak End ONS 2023

The average total household income in Broadoak End is approximately £71,765 a year before tax, 30% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £51,347. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Broadoak End £71,765
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £51,347.

Businesses in Broadoak End ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,006 active businesses based in Broadoak End, around 57 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% 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.

1,006 Total businesses
57 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Broadoak End IMD 2025

Broadoak 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
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 19%
3,460 Children (0-15) 20%
10,850 Working Age 61%
3,417 Older (65+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.3% 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 Broadoak End 238 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Broadoak End sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 77
Anti-Social Behaviour 54
Shoplifting 42
Criminal Damage & Arson 19
Other Theft 8
Public Order 8
Burglary 6
Vehicle Crime 6
Drugs 5
Other Crime 4
Weapons 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Robbery 2
Theft from Person 2
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

Hertford North Train Station 0.8 miles
Hertford East Train Station 1.6 miles
Ware (Herts) Train Station 3.4 miles
Watton-At-Stone Train Station 3.6 miles
Welwyn North Train Station 3.8 miles
Welwyn Garden City Train Station 4.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hertingfordbury 0.6 miles Waterford 0.9 miles Bengeo 1.2 miles Hartham 1.2 miles Hertford 1.4 miles Bramfield 1.4 miles Staines Green 1.4 miles Birch Green 1.4 miles Cole Green 1.8 miles Tewin 2 miles Stapleford 2 miles East End Green 2 miles

Local Government

District East Hertfordshire
County Hertfordshire
Ward Hertford Castle
Constituency Hertford and Stortford
Parish Hertford
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Broadoak End

Of the 7,774 households in and around Broadoak End, 65% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 65% Social rented 18% Private rented 16%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Broadoak End

What is the population of Broadoak End?
Broadoak End has a population of approximately 17,731 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Broadoak End?
The average property in and around Broadoak End sold for about £519,501, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 49% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Broadoak End a deprived area?
Broadoak 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 Broadoak End?
Broadoak End is covered by the SG14 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Broadoak End?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Broadoak End, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Broadoak End?
The nearest railway station to Broadoak End is Hertford North Train Station, about 0.8 miles away.

Streets in SG14 30 shown View all streets

A119 4 A414 3 A602 1 Alexander Road 1 Archers Close 1 Archers Green Lane 1 Ashley Road 3 Astor Crescent 1 Aylott Court 1 Balfour Street 3 Barley Croft 2 Bartletts Mead 2 Beane River View 1 Beane Road 1 Becketts 1 Beesons Yard 1 Bell Lane 3 Bengeo Meadows 1 Bengeo Mews 2 Bengeo Street 6 Bentley Road 7 Birch Green 3 Birchall Lane 1 Bircherley Street 1 Bluecoats Avenue 1 Bluecoats Court 2 Booth Close 1 Bottom Drive 2 Boundary Drive 1 Bramfield Lane 2

Postcodes in SG14 50 shown View all postcodes

SG14 1AB SG14 1AH SG14 1AJ SG14 1AL SG14 1AS SG14 1AT SG14 1AW SG14 1AX SG14 1AY SG14 1AZ SG14 1BA SG14 1BB SG14 1BD SG14 1BE SG14 1BG SG14 1BJ SG14 1BN SG14 1BP SG14 1BQ SG14 1BS SG14 1BT SG14 1BU SG14 1BW SG14 1BY SG14 1BZ SG14 1DA SG14 1DB SG14 1DE SG14 1DF SG14 1DH SG14 1DJ SG14 1DL SG14 1DN SG14 1DP SG14 1DQ SG14 1DR SG14 1DT SG14 1DU SG14 1DW SG14 1DX SG14 1DY SG14 1DZ SG14 1EA SG14 1EE SG14 1EF SG14 1EH SG14 1EJ SG14 1EN SG14 1ER SG14 1EX