About Whempstead

Whempstead is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the SG12 postcode area. It is situated to the east of the River Lea and is part of the larger district of East Hertfordshire. The village is predominantly residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. Local amenities include a few shops and a primary school, serving the needs of the community. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Whempstead is well-connected to nearby towns, making it a suitable base for those who wish to explore the wider region. The village is also in proximity to larger urban centres, providing access to more extensive facilities and services. Overall, Whempstead presents a quiet lifestyle with essential amenities for its residents.

School Ratings in Whempstead

Whempstead is served by 67 schools. Hunsdon Junior Mixed and Infant School, Amwell View School, The Chauncy School and Presdales School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Whempstead

Property prices average £452K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £256K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Whempstead

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Whempstead, with 13 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Whempstead

Whempstead falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple 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 Whempstead

Most properties in Whempstead 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 4,506 sales

Average Price £452K
£320 — £4.67M
Detached £823K 644
Semi £503K 1,074
Terraced £416K 1,099
Flat £256K 1,511

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

43 Primary
6 Secondary
18 Other
Heath Mount School 0.9 miles Watton-at-Stone Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 1.3 miles EH2 Beane Valley Family Centre Good 1.4 miles Little Munden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Stapleford Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Benington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Aston St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School Primary 3 miles All Saints Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Datchworth Primary Good 3.2 miles Puller Memorial, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Thundridge Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles S6 Broadwater Family Centre Outstanding 3.6 miles Longmeadow Primary School Primary 3.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Whempstead IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Whempstead among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
7,571 Children (0-15) 18%
25,275 Working Age 61%
11,068 Older (60+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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 Whempstead 106 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Whempstead falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

44 Violence & Sexual Offences
13 Anti-Social Behaviour
11 Other Theft
9 Drugs
8 Vehicle Crime
6 Public Order
5 Burglary
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Shoplifting
2 Robbery
1 Weapons
Local Policing
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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

Watton-At-Stone Train Station 1.3 miles
Knebworth Train Station 4.1 miles
Hertford North Train Station 4.8 miles
Hertford East Train Station 4.8 miles
Ware (Herts) Train Station 4.9 miles
Welwyn North Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Blue Hill 1.2 miles Hebing End 1.2 miles Sacombe 1.4 miles Dane End 1.4 miles Watton at Stone 1.4 miles Burn's Green 1.4 miles Green End 1.8 miles White Hall 2 miles Sacombe Green 2 miles Benington 2 miles Haultwick 2.2 miles Tonwell 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in SG12 30 shown View all streets

A10 6 A414 2 A602 1 Abbotts Court 2 Abbotts Lane 4 Abbotts Rise 1 Abbotts Way 1 Acorn Street 4 Albany Mews 1 Aldwyke Rise 1 Amberley Green 1 Amwell End 4 Amwell Hill 5 Amwell Lane 3 Anchor Lane 5 Appleton Avenue 1 Ascot Terrace 3 Ash Road 1 B1004 19 B180 9 B181 1 Baldock Street 3 Barley Croft 1 Barley Ponds Close 1 Barley Ponds Road 4 Beacon Road 1 Beazley Close 1 Beechfield 1 Beechfield Road 1 Bell Lane 2

Postcodes in SG12 50 shown View all postcodes

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