About Great Hormead

Great Hormead is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the SG9 postcode area. The village is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English architecture, featuring a mix of period homes and modern residences. The local community is tight-knit, with a few amenities that cater to residents and visitors alike. Surrounding Great Hormead are fields and countryside, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. The village is conveniently situated near larger towns, making it accessible for those looking for a quiet retreat while still being close to more extensive facilities and services. Great Hormead offers a glimpse into rural life in England, with its simple charm and community spirit.

School Ratings in Great Hormead

Families in Great Hormead have access to 17 local schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Great Hormead

Homes sell for an average of £523K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £665K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Great Hormead

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Great Hormead, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Great Hormead

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Great Hormead around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Great Hormead

Broadband services in Great Hormead 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 2,090 sales

Average Price £523K
£1K — £15.01M
Detached £665K 805
Semi £423K 486
Terraced £373K 437
Flat £273K 209

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
3 Secondary
1 Other
Hormead Church of England (VA) First School Primary Good 0.4 miles Furneux Pelham Church of England School Primary Good 1.9 miles Anstey First School Primary Good 2.1 miles Buntingford First School Primary 2.3 miles Layston Church of England First School Primary Requires Improvement 2.5 miles EH1 Bramble Hill Family Centre Good 2.7 miles Millfield First and Nursery School Primary Good 2.7 miles Edwinstree Church of England Middle School Middle deemed secondary Good 2.9 miles Jenyns First School and Nursery Primary 2.9 miles Freman College Secondary Good 2.9 miles Albury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Barkway VA Church of England First School Primary Good 3.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Great Hormead IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Great Hormead are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
9/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,579 Children (0-15) 19%
14,672 Working Age 61%
6,752 Older (60+) 28%
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 Great Hormead 32 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Great Hormead 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.

15 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Drugs
3 Other Theft
3 Shoplifting
1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
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

Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 7.3 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 7.4 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 7.7 miles
Royston Train Station 7.9 miles
Ashwell And Morden Train Station 8.7 miles
Watton-At-Stone Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Hormead 0 yards Bozen Green 1.2 miles Dassels 1.4 miles Patient End 1.8 miles Anstey 1.9 miles Snow End 1.9 miles Brent Pelham 2 miles Furneux Pelham 2 miles Hay Street 2 miles Barleycroft End 2.2 miles Cole Green 2.2 miles Wyddial 2.2 miles

Local Government

District East Hertfordshire
County Hertfordshire
Ward Buntingford
Constituency North East Hertfordshire
Parish Buntingford
Region East of England

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