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About Burge End
Burge End is a small settlement located in Hertfordshire, within the SG5 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Stevenage and is situated near the A10 road, making it accessible from nearby urban centres. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and older housing developments. There are several local amenities, including a primary school, a community centre, and a few small shops, which serve the needs of the local population. The surrounding countryside offers open fields and footpaths, providing opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. The village is part of the civil parish of Stevenage, and its proximity to the town means residents benefit from good transport links and access to larger services.
School Ratings in Burge End
Families in Burge End have access to 64 local schools. York Road Nursery School and Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Burge End
Homes sell for an average of £463K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £463K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Burge End
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Burge End, with 87 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Burge End
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Burge End among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Burge End
There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Burge End, the nearest being Dr Carragher And Neal And Akhtar (2.1 miles away).
Local Data for Burge End
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Property Prices 5,530 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SG5 postcode area.
Household Income in Burge End ONS 2023
The average total household income in Burge End is approximately £68,856 a year before tax, 25% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,557. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £49,557.
Businesses in Burge End ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,967 active businesses based in Burge End, around 55 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 34 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Burge End IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Burge End 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.
Crime in Burge End 274 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Burge End is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Home Ownership in Burge End
Of the 15,080 households in and around Burge End, 68% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Burge End.