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Spellbrook built-up area

Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)

Location in HertfordshireSpellbrook sits where the marker shows within the county.

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 Spellbrook

Spellbrook is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the CM23 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. It is situated near the River Stort, which offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural surroundings. The local infrastructure includes a few shops and amenities that cater to the needs of residents.

The village is also conveniently located near larger towns, providing easy access to more extensive services and facilities. Nearby, the town of Bishop's Stortford offers a range of shops, restaurants, and transport links, including a railway station with connections to London. Spellbrook's location makes it a suitable choice for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Spellbrook

Families in Spellbrook have access to 60 local schools. 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 Spellbrook

Homes sell for an average of £495K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £674K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Spellbrook

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Spellbrook, with 97 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Spellbrook

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Spellbrook 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.

Healthcare in Spellbrook

There are 12 GP surgeries within three miles of Spellbrook, the nearest being Central Surgery (1.7 miles away).

Local Data for Spellbrook

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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

39 Primary
11 Secondary
10 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 16

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM23 postcode area.

Spellbrook CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Leventhorpe Secondary Good 1.1 miles The Bishop's Stortford High School Secondary Outstanding 1.1 miles Little Hallingbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Reedings Junior School Primary Good 1.3 miles Richard Whittington Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Mandeville Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Thorley Hill Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Fawbert and Barnard Infants' School Primary Outstanding 1.6 miles EH6 Duckling Green Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.6 miles Howe Green House School Not applicable 1.7 miles Manor Fields Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles

Household Income in Spellbrook ONS 2023

The average total household income in Spellbrook 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.

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

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

Businesses in Spellbrook ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,001 active businesses based in Spellbrook, 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 Spellbrook IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Spellbrook 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
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 Spellbrook 347 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Spellbrook are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 120
Anti-Social Behaviour 97
Other Theft 27
Shoplifting 23
Criminal Damage & Arson 19
Public Order 18
Vehicle Crime 18
Burglary 8
Drugs 6
Other Crime 5
Theft from Person 3
Bicycle Theft 1
Weapons 1
Robbery 1
Local Policing
Hertfordshire Bishops Stortford and Sawbridgeworth Visit force website →
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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

Sawbridgeworth Train Station 1.6 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 2.2 miles
Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 4.9 miles
Roydon Train Station 6.5 miles
St Margarets (Herts) Train Station 7.3 miles
Rye House Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Trims Green 0.6 miles Gaston Green 0.6 miles Latchmore Bank 0.9 miles Little Hallingbury 1.2 miles Wright's Green 1.2 miles Thorley Street 1.2 miles Sawbridgeworth 1.2 miles Thorley 1.4 miles Allen's Green 2 miles Mott's Green 2 miles Howe Green 2 miles Woodside Green 2 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 Spellbrook

Of the 17,281 households in and around Spellbrook, 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 Spellbrook.

Frequently Asked Questions about Spellbrook

What is the population of Spellbrook?
Spellbrook 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 Spellbrook?
The average property in and around Spellbrook 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 Spellbrook a deprived area?
Spellbrook 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 Spellbrook?
Spellbrook is covered by the CM23 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Spellbrook?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Spellbrook, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Spellbrook?
The nearest railway station to Spellbrook is Sawbridgeworth Train Station, about 1.6 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

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