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42,862
Population
16,111
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£71,543
Avg. household income
2,001
Businesses
737
People per km²
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About Hockerill

Hockerill is a small area located in Hertfordshire, England, within the postcode area CM23. It is situated close to the town of Bishop's Stortford, which offers a range of amenities and services. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing styles that reflect its development over the years.

The local community is served by various facilities, including schools and shops, making it convenient for residents. Hockerill also benefits from its proximity to transport links, with easy access to the M11 motorway and Bishop's Stortford railway station, providing connections to London and other nearby towns. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities and walks, contributing to a pleasant living environment.

School Ratings in Hockerill

There are 53 schools in and around Hockerill. Windhill21, The Bishop's Stortford High School and The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hockerill

The average property price is £495K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £674K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hockerill

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Hockerill, with 76 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hockerill

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hockerill ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Hockerill

There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Hockerill, the nearest being Helix Medical Centre (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Hockerill

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Property Prices 6,863 sales

Average Price £495K
£500 , £29.58M
Detached £674K 2,099
Semi £455K 1,739
Terraced £368K 1,463
Flat £257K 1,316

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

34 Primary
9 Secondary
10 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 16

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM23 postcode area.

Thorn Grove Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College Secondary Outstanding 0.3 miles White Trees Independent School Not applicable Good 0.4 miles TLC Live Online School Secondary 0.4 miles Thorley Hill Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Hockerill Anglo-European College Secondary Good 0.6 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles EH4 Windhill Family Centre 0.7 miles EH5 Little Squirrels Family Centre 0.7 miles Windhill21 Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles Richard Whittington Primary School Primary 0.8 miles EH3 Buttercups Family Centre 0.8 miles

Household Income in Hockerill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Hockerill is approximately £71,543 a year before tax, 29% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £51,046. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Hockerill £71,543
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £51,046.

Businesses in Hockerill ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,001 active businesses based in Hockerill, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 40 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,001 Total businesses
47 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Hockerill IMD 2025

Hockerill is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 65%
Older 65+ 15%
8,500 Children (0-15) 20%
27,648 Working Age 65%
6,704 Older (65+) 16%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.7% 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 Hockerill 301 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Hockerill sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 95
Anti-Social Behaviour 76
Shoplifting 35
Other Theft 19
Vehicle Crime 17
Criminal Damage & Arson 15
Burglary 14
Drugs 13
Public Order 6
Weapons 3
Theft from Person 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Robbery 2
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bishops Stortford Train Station 0.5 miles
Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 3 miles
Sawbridgeworth Train Station 3.5 miles
Roydon Train Station 8.3 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 8.3 miles
St Margarets (Herts) Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bishop's Stortford 0.6 miles Thorley Street 0.9 miles Latchmore Bank 1.2 miles Great Hallingbury 1.4 miles Thorley 1.4 miles Duck End 1.8 miles Birchanger 1.8 miles Howe Green 1.8 miles Woodside Green 1.8 miles Thorley Houses 1.9 miles Bedlar's Green 1.9 miles Gaston Green 1.9 miles

Local Government

District East Hertfordshire
County Hertfordshire
Ward Bishop's Stortford North
Constituency Hertford and Stortford
Parish Manuden
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Hockerill

Of the 17,281 households in and around Hockerill, 70% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 11% Private rented 19%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Hockerill

What is the population of Hockerill?
Hockerill has a population of approximately 42,862 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Hockerill?
The average property in and around Hockerill sold for about £495,177, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 42% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Hockerill a deprived area?
Hockerill sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Hockerill?
Hockerill is covered by the CM23 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Hockerill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Hockerill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Hockerill?
The nearest railway station to Hockerill is Bishops Stortford Train Station, about 0.5 miles away.

Streets in CM23 30 shown View all streets

A120 1 A1250 3 Abbotts Way 2 Adams Close 1 Adderley Road 2 Albury Place 1 Alconbury 1 Alder Close 1 All Saints Close 1 Allerthorp Close 2 Alpha Place 2 Ambrose Close 2 Anderson Close 1 Anglesey Close 1 Appleton Fields 2 Apsley Close 1 Apton Fields 1 Apton Road 6 Archer Place 2 Armourers Close 1 Ascot Close 1 Ashby Rise 1 Ashdale 2 Ashwell Drive 1 Aster Close 1 Atherton Close 1 Audrey Gardens 1 Avenue Place 1 Avenue Road 3 Aynsworth Avenue 2

Postcodes in CM23 50 shown View all postcodes

CM23 0AA CM23 0AB CM23 0AD CM23 0AE CM23 0AG CM23 0AH CM23 0AJ CM23 0AL CM23 0AN CM23 0AP CM23 0AQ CM23 0AS CM23 0AT CM23 0AU CM23 0AW CM23 0AX CM23 0AZ CM23 0BB CM23 0BD CM23 0BE CM23 0BF CM23 0BG CM23 0BH CM23 0BJ CM23 0BL CM23 0BN CM23 0BP CM23 0BQ CM23 0BR CM23 0BS CM23 0BT CM23 0BU CM23 0DG CM23 0DL CM23 0DP CM23 1AA CM23 1AB CM23 1AD CM23 1AE CM23 1AG CM23 1AH CM23 1AJ CM23 1AL CM23 1AN CM23 1AP CM23 1AR CM23 1AS CM23 1AT CM23 1AU CM23 1AW