About Cow Roast

Cow Roast is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the postcode area HP23. It lies near the River Bulbourne and is situated close to the Grand Union Canal, making it an appealing spot for those who enjoy walking or cycling along the waterway. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes. The village is conveniently positioned near larger towns such as Berkhamsted and Tring, providing easy access to a wider range of amenities and services. Local attractions include the nearby Ashridge Estate, which offers beautiful landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities. Cow Roast is also known for its proximity to the Chiltern Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a suitable base for exploring the surrounding countryside.

School Ratings in Cow Roast

Families in Cow Roast have access to 41 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cow Roast

Homes sell for an average of £579K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £423K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cow Roast

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Cow Roast, with 19 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cow Roast

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cow Roast 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Cow Roast

Broadband services in Cow Roast range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,774 sales

Average Price £579K
£500 — £7.75M
Detached £834K 737
Semi £576K 747
Terraced £423K 910
Flat £259K 257

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
2 Secondary
9 Other
St Bartholomew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Wigginton Primary 1.2 miles Aldbury Church of England Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 1.4 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School, Northchurch Primary Good 1.6 miles Tring Park School for the Performing Arts 1.8 miles Tring School Secondary Good 1.8 miles Grove Road Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Westfield Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Egerton-Rothesay School 2 miles Bridgewater Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Bishop Wood Church of England Junior School, Tring Primary Good 2 miles D2 Little Feet Family Centre 2.1 miles D3 Little Hands Family Centre 2.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cow Roast IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cow Roast 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.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,354 Children (0-15) 18%
17,464 Working Age 59%
9,016 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.6% 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 Cow Roast 64 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Cow Roast are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

21 Violence & Sexual Offences
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Other Theft
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Public Order
4 Shoplifting
2 Burglary
2 Drugs
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Hertfordshire Berkhamsted and Tring Visit force website →
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

Tring Train Station 1.1 miles
Cheddington Train Station 5.3 miles
Hemel Hempstead Train Station 6.2 miles
Great Missenden Train Station 6.8 miles
Stoke Mandeville Train Station 7 miles
Amersham Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

New Ground 0 yards Dudswell 0.9 miles Wigginton 1.2 miles Wigginton Bottom 1.4 miles Upper Dunsley 1.4 miles Aldbury 1.4 miles Northchurch 1.8 miles Tring 2 miles Tring Wharf 2.2 miles New Mill 2.2 miles Berkhamsted 2.2 miles Cholesbury 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Dacorum
County Hertfordshire
Ward Tring West and Rural
Constituency South West Hertfordshire
Parish Tring
Region East of England

Streets in HP23 30 shown View all streets

A41 2 A4251 7 Abstacle Hill 2 Akeman Street 5 Albert Street 6 Alnwick Drive 1 Anns Close 2 Ardwick Close 1 Arrewig Lane 1 Ash Road 1 Astrope Lane 2 Aylesbury Road 1 B489 3 Barbers Walk 1 Beacon Way 1 Beaconsfield Road 2 Beech Grove 1 Beech Parkhomes 3 Beechwood Drive 1 Beggars Lane 1 Belmers Road 1 Betlow Farm Industrial Estate 1 Blaine Close 1 Blainways Avenue 1 Bottom House Lane 2 Bottom Road 5 Bromley 1 Brook Street 6 Brookfield Close 1 Broomstick Lane 1

Postcodes in HP23 50 shown View all postcodes

HP23 4AB HP23 4AF HP23 4AG HP23 4AJ HP23 4AL HP23 4AN HP23 4AP HP23 4AR HP23 4AS HP23 4AT HP23 4AU HP23 4AW HP23 4AX HP23 4AY HP23 4AZ HP23 4BA HP23 4BB HP23 4BE HP23 4BF HP23 4BH HP23 4BJ HP23 4BN HP23 4BQ HP23 4BS HP23 4BT HP23 4BU HP23 4BW HP23 4BX HP23 4BZ HP23 4DA HP23 4DB HP23 4DD HP23 4DE HP23 4DF HP23 4DG HP23 4DH HP23 4DJ HP23 4DN HP23 4DP HP23 4DQ HP23 4DR HP23 4DS HP23 4DT HP23 4DU HP23 4DW HP23 4DX HP23 4DY HP23 4DZ HP23 4EA HP23 4ED