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About Caldecote
Caldecote is a small village located in Hertfordshire, within the SG7 postcode area of England. It lies in the rural landscape of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural fields. The village is known for its quiet, peaceful atmosphere and traditional English character, with a mix of older cottages and more modern homes. It is situated near the border with Bedfordshire, and the nearby town of Luton provides access to larger amenities. The area is well-connected by road, with the A505 passing close by, offering convenient travel links to London and other parts of the region. Caldecote has a small community feel, with local facilities including a village hall and a church, contributing to a sense of close-knit living.
School Ratings in Caldecote
Families in Caldecote have access to 52 local schools. Weston Way Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Caldecote
Homes sell for an average of £416K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £342K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Caldecote
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Caldecote, with 17 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Caldecote
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Caldecote among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Healthcare in Caldecote
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Caldecote, the nearest being Larksfield And Arlesey Medical Practice (1.7 miles away).
Local Data for Caldecote
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Property Prices 1,755 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SG7 postcode area.
Household Income in Caldecote ONS 2023
The average total household income in Caldecote is approximately £67,196 a year before tax, 22% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £48,854. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £48,854.
Businesses in Caldecote ONS 2025
There are approximately 609 active businesses based in Caldecote, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Caldecote IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Caldecote 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 Caldecote 102 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Caldecote is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small 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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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Caldecote
Of the 5,853 households in and around Caldecote, 68% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 17% 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 Caldecote.