Cherry Green, Hertfordshire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Cherry Green

Cherry Green is a small settlement located in Hertfordshire, within the SG9 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Luton and is part of the wider Luton borough. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of semi-detached and detached homes set along quiet roads. There are several local amenities, including a primary school, a community centre, and a few small shops serving the immediate neighbourhood. The village is close to open countryside and benefits from proximity to the Chiltern Hills, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. Public transport links are available via local bus routes connecting to Luton and surrounding areas. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere and regular local events, making it a comfortable place to live for families and long-term residents alike.

School Ratings in Cherry Green

There are 19 schools in and around Cherry Green. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cherry Green

The average property price is £519K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £661K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cherry Green

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Cherry Green, with 14 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cherry Green

Cherry Green sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Cherry Green

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Cherry Green, the nearest being The Buntingford & Puckeridge Med Prac. (2.7 miles away).

Local Data for Cherry Green

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Property Prices 1,965 sales

Average Price £519K

£1K , £15.01M

Detached £661K 737

Semi £430K 500

Terraced £369K 422

Flat £271K 168

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary

3 Secondary

3 Other

Good 7

Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SG9 postcode area.

Buntingford First School Primary 2 miles EH1 Bramble Hill Family Centre Good 2.2 miles Millfield First and Nursery School Primary Good 2.3 miles St Edmund's College Not applicable 2.4 miles St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Edwinstree Church of England Middle School Middle deemed secondary Good 2.6 miles Jenyns First School and Nursery Primary 2.6 miles Little Munden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Layston Church of England First School Primary Requires Improvement 2.7 miles Roger De Clare First CofE School Primary Good 2.7 miles Ralph Sadleir School Middle deemed secondary Requires Improvement 2.7 miles Freman College Secondary Good 2.7 miles

Household Income in Cherry Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cherry Green is approximately £68,441 a year before tax, 24% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £48,876. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Cherry Green £68,441

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £48,876.

Businesses in Cherry Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 758 active businesses based in Cherry Green, around 58 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% 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.

758 Total businesses

58 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 92%

Small, 10-49 6%

Medium, 50-249 0%

Large, 250+ 2%

Deprivation and Employment in Cherry Green IMD 2025

Cherry Green sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation

7/10

Income

7/10

Employment

8/10

Education

6/10

Health

9/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

5/10

Children 0-15 20%

Working age 60%

Older 65+ 20%

2,562 Children (0-15) 20%

7,760 Working Age 60%

2,695 Older (65+) 21%

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 Cherry Green 44 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Cherry Green records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 19

Anti-Social Behaviour 14

Criminal Damage & Arson 2

Drugs 2

Other Theft 2

Burglary 1

Public Order 1

Shoplifting 1

Vehicle Crime 1

Other Crime 1

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 5.3 miles

Ware (Herts) Train Station 7.1 miles

Knebworth Train Station 7.3 miles

Stevenage Train Station 7.5 miles

Hertford East Train Station 8 miles

Hertford North Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Great Munden 0.6 miles Nasty 0.6 miles Wakeley 0.9 miles Westmill 1.4 miles Haultwick 1.8 miles Parker's Green 1.9 miles Wood End 1.9 miles Aspenden 1.9 miles Levens Green 1.9 miles Moor Green 2 miles Puckeridge 2.2 miles Green End 2.2 miles

Local Government

District East Hertfordshire

County Hertfordshire

Ward Buntingford

Constituency North East Hertfordshire

Parish Buntingford

Region East of England

Home Ownership in Cherry Green

Of the 5,210 households in and around Cherry Green, 75% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 14% Private rented 11%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cherry Green

What is the population of Cherry Green?

Cherry Green has a population of approximately 13,016 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Cherry Green?

The average property in and around Cherry Green sold for about £519,054, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 49% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Cherry Green a deprived area?

Cherry Green 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 Cherry Green?

Cherry Green is covered by the SG9 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Cherry Green?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Cherry Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Cherry Green?

The nearest railway station to Cherry Green is Watton-At-Stone Train Station, about 5.3 miles away.

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

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