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Location in HertfordshireBury Green sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bury Green
Bury Green is a small village located in Hertfordshire, within the EN7 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Ware and is surrounded by open countryside, with farmland and woodland nearby. The village has a modest population and retains a rural character, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, which serve the community. The area is well-connected by road, with the A10 and A120 providing access to nearby towns and cities. Bury Green is part of the civil parish of Bury St Edmunds, though it is distinct from the larger town of the same name in Suffolk. The village has a quiet, peaceful atmosphere, typical of the Hertfordshire countryside.
School Ratings in Bury Green
Bury Green is served by 148 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bury Green
Property prices average £560K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £391K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bury Green
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bury Green, with 84 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bury Green
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bury Green 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 Bury Green
There are 24 GP surgeries within three miles of Bury Green, the nearest being Cromwell Medical Centre (0.5 miles away).
Local Data for Bury Green
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Property Prices 2,804 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the EN7 postcode area.
Household Income in Bury Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bury Green is approximately £65,914 a year before tax, 19% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,387. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £46,387.
Businesses in Bury Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 792 active businesses based in Bury Green, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 97% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 3 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bury Green IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bury Green 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.
Crime in Bury Green 396 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Bury Green 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bury Green
Of the 8,735 households in and around Bury Green, 81% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 8% 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 Bury Green.