About Maple Cross

Maple Cross is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the WD3 postcode area. It lies near the River Colne and is surrounded by a mixture of residential homes and natural landscapes. The village is conveniently situated close to the larger town of Rickmansworth, providing easy access to a range of amenities and services. The area is primarily residential, with a few local shops and facilities catering to the needs of the community. The nearby waterways offer opportunities for leisurely walks and outdoor activities. Maple Cross is also well-connected by road and rail, making it a suitable location for those commuting to London or other nearby towns.

School Ratings in Maple Cross

Families in Maple Cross have access to 103 local schools. Chorleywood Primary School, Harvey Road Primary School, Rickmansworth School and St Clement Danes School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Maple Cross

Homes sell for an average of £732K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £1.2M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Maple Cross

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Maple Cross, with 26 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Maple Cross

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Maple Cross 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 Maple Cross

Maple Cross benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,042 sales

Average Price £732K
£318 — £10.5M
Detached £1.17M 1,526
Semi £617K 1,430
Terraced £514K 868
Flat £360K 1,051

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

57 Primary
15 Secondary
31 Other
Maple Cross Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.4 miles 3R3 Rickmansworth Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Shepherd Primary Primary Good 1.1 miles St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles St John Catholic Primary School Primary 1.2 miles The Reach Free School Secondary Good 1.4 miles St Mary's Rickmansworth CofE Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Harefield Junior School Primary Good 1.5 miles Harefield Children's Centre Good 1.6 miles Harefield Infant School Primary Good 1.6 miles Arnett Hills Junior Mixed and Infant School Primary Good 1.7 miles Harefield School Secondary Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Maple Cross IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Maple Cross 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
9/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
11,300 Children (0-15) 19%
35,568 Working Age 60%
15,874 Older (60+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 12.7% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.7% 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 Maple Cross 140 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Maple Cross 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 town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

54 Violence & Sexual Offences
26 Anti-Social Behaviour
14 Other Theft
8 Burglary
8 Shoplifting
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Drugs
5 Public Order
5 Vehicle Crime
4 Weapons
3 Theft from Person
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Hertfordshire Rickmansworth and District 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

Rickmansworth Train Station 1.9 miles
Chorleywood Train Station 2.3 miles
Denham Golf Club Train Station 2.9 miles
Denham Train Station 3 miles
Chalfont And Latimer Train Station 4 miles
Seer Green And Jordans Train Station 4.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

West Hyde 0.6 miles Hill End 0.9 miles Harefield Grove 1.4 miles Mount Pleasant 1.4 miles Heronsgate 1.4 miles Mill End 1.4 miles Moneyhill 1.4 miles Rickmansworth 1.4 miles Harefield 1.8 miles Chalfont Common 1.9 miles Woodcock Hill 1.9 miles Gravel Hill 2 miles

Local Government

District Three Rivers
County Hertfordshire
Ward Rickmansworth Town
Constituency South West Hertfordshire
Parish Batchworth
Region East of England

Streets in WD3 30 shown View all streets

A412 1 Aldbury Road 1 Alexandra Road 2 All Saints' Lane 1 Amersham Road 1 Appleby Drive 1 Appletree Dell 1 Armitage Close 1 Arnett Close 1 Arnett Way 1 Artichoke Dell 1 Ash Vale 1 Ashleys 1 Badgers Dell 1 Baldwins Lane 11 Barton Way 3 Basing Road 2 Batchworth Hill 4 Batchworth Roundabout 1 Bateman Road 1 Beacon Way 6 Beauchamp Gardens 1 Bedford Close 1 Bedford Court 1 Beechcroft Avenue 3 Beechen Wood 1 Beechwood Avenue 1 Beechwood Park 6 Beeson's Yard 2 Belfry Lane 1

Postcodes in WD3 50 shown View all postcodes

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