About Water End

Water End is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the AL9 postcode area. It is situated near the River Mimram, which adds to the village's appeal. The area is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of the community. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural scenery. The village is conveniently located, providing easy access to nearby towns such as Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield. These towns offer a wider range of shops, restaurants, and services. Water End is well-connected by road, making it a suitable base for those wishing to explore the Hertfordshire region. The local architecture features a mix of traditional and modern homes, contributing to the village's overall character.

School Ratings in Water End

Water End is served by 120 schools. Rhodes Wood Hospital School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Water End

Property prices average £705K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £1.1M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Water End

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Water End, with 44 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Water End

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Water 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 Water End

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Water End, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,542 sales

Average Price £705K
£498 — £10.9M
Detached £1.13M 464
Semi £657K 303
Terraced £470K 340
Flat £330K 352

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

63 Primary
14 Secondary
43 Other
St Mary's Church of England VA Primary School, Welham Green Primary 0.7 miles Brookmans Park Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles WH8 De Havilland Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.1 miles De Havilland Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Links Hatfield Academy Good 1.2 miles Colney Heath Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 1.8 miles Chancellor's School Secondary 1.9 miles H2 Furzefield Family Centre 1.9 miles The Wroxham School Primary 1.9 miles University of Hertfordshire Good 2 miles Manor Lodge School 2 miles Oak View Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 2.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Water End IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Water 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
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,973 Children (0-15) 17%
14,625 Working Age 63%
6,057 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.3% 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 Water End 245 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Water 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.

74 Violence & Sexual Offences
44 Anti-Social Behaviour
22 Vehicle Crime
19 Other Theft
17 Criminal Damage & Arson
16 Drugs
12 Public Order
12 Shoplifting
10 Burglary
10 Other Crime
3 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Hertfordshire Welwyn Hatfield South 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

Welham Green Train Station 1 miles
Brookmans Park Train Station 1 miles
Hatfield (Herts) Train Station 2.7 miles
Park Street Train Station 4.5 miles
How Wood (Hertfordshire) Train Station 4.5 miles
Hadley Wood Train Station 4.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Welham Green 0.9 miles Bullen's Green 0.9 miles Roestock 0.9 miles Brookmans Park 1.2 miles South Hatfield 1.2 miles Colney Heath 1.4 miles Marshmoor 1.4 miles Lower Woodside 1.8 miles Sleapshyde 1.8 miles Oxlease 1.9 miles Hatfield 1.9 miles South Mimms 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Welwyn Hatfield
County Hertfordshire
Ward Hatfield East
Constituency Welwyn Hatfield
Parish Hatfield
Region East of England

Streets in AL9 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 1 Abdale Lane 1 Alderman Close 2 Arm and Sword Lane 1 Ash Close 3 Batterdale 3 Bedwell Avenue 1 Bell Lane 1 Berkhamsted Lane 1 Bluebridge Avenue 2 Bluebridge Road 6 Booths Close 1 Bradmore Green 3 Bradmore Way 4 Brookmans Avenue 4 Bull Stag Green 2 Bulls Lane 6 Burleigh Mead 2 Bush Hall Lane 3 Bushwood Close 1 Calder Avenue 4 Charkham Mews 1 Chequers 1 Church Lane 2 Church Street 7 Coningsby Close 1 Cucumber Lane 4 Cum cum Hill 2 Dellsome Lane 6 Dixons Hill Close 4

Postcodes in AL9 50 shown View all postcodes

AL9 5AB AL9 5AD AL9 5AE AL9 5AF AL9 5AH AL9 5AJ AL9 5AL AL9 5AN AL9 5AP AL9 5AR AL9 5AS AL9 5AT AL9 5AW AL9 5AX AL9 5AY AL9 5AZ AL9 5BA AL9 5BB AL9 5BD AL9 5BE AL9 5BG AL9 5BL AL9 5BT AL9 5BW AL9 5BX AL9 5BY AL9 5BZ AL9 5DA AL9 5DB AL9 5DE AL9 5DF AL9 5DH AL9 5DJ AL9 5DL AL9 5DN AL9 5DP AL9 5DQ AL9 5DR AL9 5DS AL9 5DU AL9 5DW AL9 5DX AL9 5DY AL9 5DZ AL9 5EA AL9 5EB AL9 5ED AL9 5EF AL9 5EG AL9 5EH