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Location in HertfordshireStaines Green sits where the marker shows within the county.

17,731
Population
8,494
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£71,765
Avg. household income
1,006
Businesses
386
People per km²
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About Staines Green

Staines Green is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the SG14 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. It is surrounded by countryside, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for residents.

Nearby, the larger town of Hertford offers additional facilities, including shops, restaurants, and schools. Staines Green is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. The area is also served by public transport, with bus services linking it to surrounding locations. Overall, Staines Green provides a quiet living environment while still being within reach of more urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Staines Green

Families in Staines Green have access to 92 local schools. EH9 Hertford Selections Family Centre and Bengeo Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Staines Green

Homes sell for an average of £520K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £451K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Staines Green

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Staines Green, with 54 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Staines Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Staines Green among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Staines Green

There are 12 GP surgeries within three miles of Staines Green, the nearest being Hanscombe House Surgery (1.9 miles away).

Local Data for Staines Green

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Property Prices 3,186 sales

Average Price £520K
£1K , £24.42M
Detached £889K 413
Semi £573K 646
Terraced £451K 1,124
Flat £294K 849

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

52 Primary
11 Secondary
29 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SG14 postcode area.

Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School Primary Good 172 yards Hertford Prep Not applicable Good 1.2 miles EH9 Hertford Selections Family Centre Outstanding 1.2 miles The Sele School Secondary 1.2 miles Hollybush Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Hertford St Andrew CofE Primary School Primary 1.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Hertford) Primary 1.6 miles Mill Mead Primary Academy Primary 1.9 miles Morgans Primary School & Nursery Primary Good 1.9 miles Richard Hale School Secondary Good 2 miles Duncombe School Not applicable Good 2.2 miles WH9 Great Wood Family Centre 2.2 miles

Household Income in Staines Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Staines Green is approximately £71,765 a year before tax, 30% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £51,347. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Staines Green £71,765
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £51,347.

Businesses in Staines Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,006 active businesses based in Staines Green, around 57 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,006 Total businesses
57 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Staines Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Staines Green 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
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 19%
3,460 Children (0-15) 20%
10,850 Working Age 61%
3,417 Older (65+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.3% 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 Staines Green 238 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Staines Green 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 77
Anti-Social Behaviour 54
Shoplifting 42
Criminal Damage & Arson 19
Other Theft 8
Public Order 8
Burglary 6
Vehicle Crime 6
Drugs 5
Other Crime 4
Weapons 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Robbery 2
Theft from Person 2
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

Hertford North Train Station 1.6 miles
Hertford East Train Station 2.3 miles
Welwyn Garden City Train Station 3.6 miles
Welwyn North Train Station 3.9 miles
Hatfield (Herts) Train Station 4.2 miles
Ware (Herts) Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Birch Green 0 yards Cole Green 0.6 miles East End Green 0.6 miles Hertingfordbury 0.9 miles Letty Green 0.9 miles Broadoak End 1.4 miles Broadgreen Wood 1.8 miles Little Berkhamsted 1.9 miles Hertford 2 miles Bayford 2 miles Bengeo 2.2 miles Hartham 2.2 miles

Local Government

District East Hertfordshire
County Hertfordshire
Ward Hertford Castle
Constituency Hertford and Stortford
Parish Hertford
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Staines Green

Of the 7,774 households in and around Staines Green, 65% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 65% Social rented 18% Private rented 16%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Staines Green

What is the population of Staines Green?
Staines Green has a population of approximately 17,731 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Staines Green?
The average property in and around Staines Green sold for about £519,501, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 49% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Staines Green a deprived area?
Staines Green 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 Staines Green?
Staines Green is covered by the SG14 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Staines Green?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Staines Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Staines Green?
The nearest railway station to Staines Green is Hertford North Train Station, about 1.6 miles away.

Streets in SG14 30 shown View all streets

A119 4 A414 3 A602 1 Alexander Road 1 Archers Close 1 Archers Green Lane 1 Ashley Road 3 Astor Crescent 1 Aylott Court 1 Balfour Street 3 Barley Croft 2 Bartletts Mead 2 Beane River View 1 Beane Road 1 Becketts 1 Beesons Yard 1 Bell Lane 3 Bengeo Meadows 1 Bengeo Mews 2 Bengeo Street 6 Bentley Road 7 Birch Green 3 Birchall Lane 1 Bircherley Street 1 Bluecoats Avenue 1 Bluecoats Court 2 Booth Close 1 Bottom Drive 2 Boundary Drive 1 Bramfield Lane 2

Postcodes in SG14 50 shown View all postcodes

SG14 1AB SG14 1AH SG14 1AJ SG14 1AL SG14 1AS SG14 1AT SG14 1AW SG14 1AX SG14 1AY SG14 1AZ SG14 1BA SG14 1BB SG14 1BD SG14 1BE SG14 1BG SG14 1BJ SG14 1BN SG14 1BP SG14 1BQ SG14 1BS SG14 1BT SG14 1BU SG14 1BW SG14 1BY SG14 1BZ SG14 1DA SG14 1DB SG14 1DE SG14 1DF SG14 1DH SG14 1DJ SG14 1DL SG14 1DN SG14 1DP SG14 1DQ SG14 1DR SG14 1DT SG14 1DU SG14 1DW SG14 1DX SG14 1DY SG14 1DZ SG14 1EA SG14 1EE SG14 1EF SG14 1EH SG14 1EJ SG14 1EN SG14 1ER SG14 1EX