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About Sandon
Sandon is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the SG9 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, offering a quiet atmosphere for its inhabitants. Sandon features a mix of traditional and modern homes, reflecting the area’s development over the years. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the local landscape.
The village is served by a few local amenities, including a primary school and a church, which cater to the needs of the community. Sandon is conveniently situated near larger towns, allowing residents to access a wider range of shops and services. The village is also well-connected by road, making it easy to travel to nearby areas for work or leisure.
School Ratings in Sandon
There are 20 schools in and around Sandon. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Sandon
The average property price is £519K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £661K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Sandon
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Sandon, with 19 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Sandon
Sandon sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Local Data for Sandon
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Property Prices 1,965 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SG9 postcode area.
Household Income in Sandon ONS 2023
The average total household income in Sandon is approximately £68,441 a year before tax, 24% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £48,876. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £48,876.
Businesses in Sandon ONS 2025
There are approximately 758 active businesses based in Sandon, around 58 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 3 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Sandon IMD 2025
Sandon sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Sandon 71 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime levels in Sandon sit broadly in line with national averages for a small 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Sandon
Of the 5,210 households in and around Sandon, 75% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Sandon.