About Brook End

Brook End is a small village located in Hertfordshire, within the SG9 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Hertford and is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English countryside. The village features a mix of residential properties, including some older cottages and more modern homes, set along quiet lanes. There is a local pub, the Brook End Inn, which serves as a community hub for residents. The surrounding area offers access to walking trails and open fields, making it a peaceful spot for those seeking a quieter lifestyle. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and has regular bus services to Hertford and other local centres.

School Ratings in Brook End

Families in Brook End have access to 31 local schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brook End

Homes sell for an average of £523K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £665K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brook End

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Brook End, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brook End

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brook End around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Brook End

Broadband services in Brook End range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,090 sales

Average Price £523K
£1K — £15.01M
Detached £665K 805
Semi £423K 486
Terraced £373K 437
Flat £273K 209

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

22 Primary
3 Secondary
6 Other
Ardeley St Lawrence Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Freman College Secondary Good 2.2 miles Edwinstree Church of England Middle School Middle deemed secondary Good 2.2 miles Millfield First and Nursery School Primary Good 2.3 miles EH1 Bramble Hill Family Centre Good 2.3 miles Layston Church of England First School Primary Requires Improvement 2.6 miles Buntingford First School Primary 2.7 miles Walkern Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Benington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Sandon Junior Mixed and Infant School Primary Requires Improvement 3.6 miles Weston Primary & Nursery School Primary 4 miles Little Munden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brook End IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Brook End are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
9/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,579 Children (0-15) 19%
14,672 Working Age 61%
6,752 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.1% 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 Brook End 32 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Brook End 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 small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

15 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Drugs
3 Other Theft
3 Shoplifting
1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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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

Watton-At-Stone Train Station 6 miles
Baldock Train Station 6.1 miles
Stevenage Train Station 6.2 miles
Ashwell And Morden Train Station 6.5 miles
Knebworth Train Station 7 miles
Letchworth Garden City Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hare Street 0.6 miles Cottered 0.9 miles Moor Green 1.2 miles Ardeley 1.4 miles Throcking 1.4 miles Wakeley 1.8 miles Cumberlow Green 1.8 miles Aspenden 1.9 miles Luffenhall 1.9 miles Cromer 1.9 miles Parker's Green 1.9 miles Wood End 1.9 miles

Local Government

District East Hertfordshire
County Hertfordshire
Ward Buntingford
Constituency North East Hertfordshire
Parish Buntingford
Region East of England

Streets in SG9 30 shown View all streets

A10 4 A507 1 Abrahams Drive 1 Anderson's Lane 2 Ansell Close 1 Apple Wood 1 Archers 3 Aspenden Road 7 Aylotts Close 1 B1037 4 B1038 7 B1368 10 Back Lane 1 Back Lane (Stane Street) 2 Baker Drive 1 Baldock Road 21 Barleycroft 5 Barleycroft End 2 Beckfield Lane 2 Bell Barns 2 Bennett's Lane 10 Biggin Hill 1 Bishop Way 1 Borsberry Way 1 Bowlers Mead 1 Bowling Green Lane 2 Brice Gardens 1 Bridewell Close 2 Bridge End 2 Bridge Foot 1

Postcodes in SG9 50 shown View all postcodes

SG9 0AA SG9 0AB SG9 0AD SG9 0AE SG9 0AJ SG9 0AL SG9 0AN SG9 0AP SG9 0AR SG9 0AS SG9 0AT SG9 0AU SG9 0AW SG9 0AX SG9 0AY SG9 0AZ SG9 0BA SG9 0BB SG9 0BD SG9 0BE SG9 0BF SG9 0BG SG9 0BH SG9 0BJ SG9 0BL SG9 0BN SG9 0BP SG9 0BQ SG9 0BS SG9 0BT SG9 0BW SG9 0BX SG9 0BY SG9 0BZ SG9 0DA SG9 0DB SG9 0DD SG9 0DE SG9 0DF SG9 0DG SG9 0DH SG9 0DJ SG9 0DL SG9 0DN SG9 0DP SG9 0DQ SG9 0DS SG9 0DT SG9 0DU SG9 0DX