About Piccotts End

Piccotts End is a small settlement located in Hertfordshire, England, within the postcode area HP2. This area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes. The local architecture reflects the character of the region, showcasing a variety of styles that contribute to the community's overall appeal. Surrounding Piccotts End are several green spaces and walking paths, making it a pleasant area for outdoor activities. The nearby town of Hemel Hempstead offers additional amenities, including shops, restaurants, and services, which are easily accessible for residents and visitors alike. The location provides a convenient base for exploring the wider Hertfordshire area, with good transport links to London and other nearby towns.

School Ratings in Piccotts End

Piccotts End is served by 82 schools. Dacorum Education Support Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 17 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Piccotts End

Property prices average £577K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £353K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Piccotts End

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Piccotts End, with 114 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Piccotts End

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Piccotts End falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Piccotts End

Most properties in Piccotts End can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,821 sales

Average Price £577K
£4K — £71.15M
Detached £594K 567
Semi £433K 874
Terraced £353K 1,899
Flat £207K 1,281

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

50 Primary
8 Secondary
24 Other
Aycliffe Drive Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Redbourn Park School Good 0.7 miles Hammond Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Yewtree Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Haywood Grove School Good 1 miles Maple Grove Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1 miles Jupiter Primary School Primary Good 1 miles George Street Primary School Primary Good 1 miles The Astley Cooper School Secondary Good 1 miles D4 Galley Hill Family Centre 1 miles Galley Hill Primary School and Nursery Primary 1 miles St Cuthbert Mayne Voluntary Catholic Junior Academy Primary 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Piccotts End IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Piccotts End in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
12,037 Children (0-15) 21%
34,915 Working Age 62%
12,040 Older (60+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.9% 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 Piccotts End 585 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Piccotts End is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

207 Violence & Sexual Offences
114 Anti-Social Behaviour
57 Shoplifting
51 Other Theft
46 Criminal Damage & Arson
31 Vehicle Crime
21 Drugs
17 Public Order
15 Burglary
13 Other Crime
6 Weapons
4 Bicycle Theft
2 Theft from Person
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Hertfordshire Hemel Hempstead North Rural, West and Central 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

Hemel Hempstead Train Station 2.3 miles
Apsley Train Station 3 miles
Kings Langley Train Station 4.9 miles
Harpenden Train Station 5.9 miles
St Albans Abbey Train Station 5.9 miles
St Albans City Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Grovehill 0.6 miles Gadebridge 0.9 miles Highfield 0.9 miles Cupid Green 1.2 miles Water End 1.4 miles Counters End 1.4 miles Hammerfield 1.4 miles Hemel Hempstead 1.4 miles Warners End 1.8 miles Adeyfield 1.8 miles Green End 2 miles Boxmoor 2 miles

Local Government

District Dacorum
County Hertfordshire
Ward Hemel Hempstead Town
Constituency Hemel Hempstead
Parish Dacorum, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in HP2 30 shown View all streets

Abel Close 1 Achilles Close 2 Acrewood 1 Adeyfield Gardens 2 Adeyfield Road 11 Admiral Avenue 1 Albion Hill 1 Alexandra Road 9 Allandale 4 Allandale Road 2 Andrews Close 1 Apollo Way 1 Argus Gardens 1 Argyll Road 3 Arkley Road 1 Arundel Close 1 Aston View 1 Austins Place 2 Avebury Court 4 Avon Square 1 Badgers Croft 1 Barley Croft 2 Barmouth Row 2 Basildon Square 5 Bassil Road 1 Bathurst Road 4 Bayford Close 6 Baylie Court 1 Baylie Lane 2 Bencroft Road 1

Postcodes in HP2 50 shown View all postcodes

HP2 4AA HP2 4AB HP2 4AD HP2 4AE HP2 4AF HP2 4AG HP2 4AH HP2 4AJ HP2 4AL HP2 4AN HP2 4AP HP2 4AQ HP2 4AR HP2 4AS HP2 4AT HP2 4AU HP2 4AW HP2 4AX HP2 4AY HP2 4AZ HP2 4BA HP2 4BB HP2 4BD HP2 4BE HP2 4BF HP2 4BG HP2 4BH HP2 4BJ HP2 4BL HP2 4BN HP2 4BP HP2 4BQ HP2 4BS HP2 4BT HP2 4BU HP2 4BW HP2 4BX HP2 4BY HP2 4BZ HP2 4DA HP2 4DB HP2 4DD HP2 4DE HP2 4DF HP2 4DG HP2 4DH HP2 4DJ HP2 4DL HP2 4DN HP2 4DP