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40,732
Population
15,624
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
103
Schools nearby
£62,564
Avg. household income
2,039
Businesses
1,412
People per km²
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About Broxbourne

Broxbourne is a town in Hertfordshire, located in the east of England, within the EN10 postcode area. It lies along the River Lea, with the town centre situated near the A10 road, making it accessible from both London and the surrounding regions. The area has a mix of residential neighbourhoods and local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities. Broxbourne is served by Broxbourne railway station, which provides regular services to London Liverpool Street and other destinations in the region. The town has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period, and it retains a sense of local character through its traditional streets and community events. The surrounding countryside offers walking and cycling opportunities along the Lea Valley, popular with locals and visitors alike.

School Ratings in Broxbourne

Broxbourne is served by 103 schools. Longlands Primary School and Nursery, Broxbourne CofE Primary School and The Broxbourne School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broxbourne

Property prices average £532K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £236K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broxbourne

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Broxbourne, with 48 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broxbourne

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Broxbourne 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.

Healthcare in Broxbourne

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Broxbourne, the nearest being Park Lane Surgery (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Broxbourne

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Property Prices 5,119 sales

Average Price £532K
£750 , £145M
Detached £777K 773
Semi £493K 1,185
Terraced £402K 1,474
Flat £236K 1,507

Schools & Education 103 within 5 miles View all schools

64 Primary
13 Secondary
26 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the EN10 postcode area.

Sheredes Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.2 miles Robert Barclay Academy Secondary Good 0.4 miles St Cross Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Broxbourne CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.6 miles The Broxbourne School Secondary Outstanding 0.6 miles St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Wormley CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles B2 the Ark Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.1 miles St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles High Leigh Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Rivers Education Support Centre Not applicable Good 1.3 miles Roselands Primary School Primary 1.7 miles

Household Income in Broxbourne ONS 2023

The average total household income in Broxbourne is approximately £62,564 a year before tax, 13% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,548. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Broxbourne £62,564
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £45,548.

Businesses in Broxbourne ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,039 active businesses based in Broxbourne, around 50 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 31 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,039 Total businesses
50 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Broxbourne IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Broxbourne 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 18%
8,019 Children (0-15) 20%
25,077 Working Age 62%
7,641 Older (65+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.4% 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 Broxbourne 228 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Broxbourne experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 70
Anti-Social Behaviour 48
Other Theft 28
Vehicle Crime 28
Criminal Damage & Arson 15
Public Order 10
Shoplifting 10
Burglary 6
Drugs 5
Robbery 4
Other Crime 2
Weapons 1
Theft from Person 1
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

Broxbourne Train Station 0.6 miles
Rye House Train Station 1.9 miles
St Margarets (Herts) Train Station 2.9 miles
Roydon Train Station 3.2 miles
Cheshunt Train Station 3.2 miles
Hertford East Train Station 4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hoddesdon 0.6 miles Spitalbrook 0.9 miles Keysers Estate 0.9 miles Wormley 1.2 miles Wormleybury 1.2 miles Nazeing Mead 1.4 miles Rye Park 1.4 miles Goose Green 1.4 miles Turnford 1.9 miles Woollensbrook 1.9 miles Lower Nazeing 2 miles Hailey 2 miles

Local Government

District Broxbourne
County Hertfordshire
Ward Wormley and Turnford
Constituency Broxbourne
Parish Broxbourne, unparished area
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Broxbourne

Of the 16,463 households in and around Broxbourne, 71% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 12% Private rented 16%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Broxbourne

What is the population of Broxbourne?
Broxbourne has a population of approximately 40,732 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Broxbourne?
The average property in and around Broxbourne sold for about £531,557, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 52% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Broxbourne a deprived area?
Broxbourne sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Broxbourne?
Broxbourne is covered by the EN10, EN11 postcode districts.
How many schools are there in Broxbourne?
There are 103 schools within 5 miles of Broxbourne, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Broxbourne?
The nearest railway station to Broxbourne is Broxbourne Train Station, about 0.6 miles away.

Streets in Broxbourne 30 shown View all streets

A10 3 A1170 2 Academia Avenue 1 Admirals Walk 7 Alamein Close 1 Alder Close 1 Allard Way 1 Amwell Court 1 Amwell Street 10 Appleford Close 1 Ashbourne Road 3 Auber Close 1 Avenue Road 1 Aylsham Road 1 Baas Hill 2 Baas Hill Close 2 Baas Lane 3 Badgers Croft 1 Badminton Place 2 Barclay Court 1 Barnfield Close 1 Bassingbourne Close 1 Beaumont Road 2 Beech Walk 1 Beechfield 8 Bell Lane 7 Benford Road 2 Berners Way 2 Beverley Close 1 Bevil Court 1

Postcodes in Broxbourne 50 shown View all postcodes

EN10 6AA EN10 6AB EN10 6AD EN10 6AE EN10 6AF EN10 6AG EN10 6AH EN10 6AJ EN10 6AL EN10 6AN EN10 6AP EN10 6AQ EN10 6AR EN10 6AS EN10 6AT EN10 6AU EN10 6AW EN10 6AX EN10 6AY EN10 6AZ EN10 6BA EN10 6BB EN10 6BE EN10 6BG EN10 6BL EN10 6BN EN10 6BP EN10 6BQ EN10 6BS EN10 6BT EN10 6BU EN10 6BW EN10 6BX EN10 6BY EN10 6BZ EN10 6DA EN10 6DF EN10 6DG EN10 6DH EN10 6DJ EN10 6DL EN10 6DN EN10 6DP EN10 6DQ EN10 6DR EN10 6DS EN10 6DT EN10 6DU EN10 6DW EN10 6DX