About Wildhill

Wildhill is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the AL9 postcode area. It is primarily a residential community, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. The village is surrounded by green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The area is well-connected to nearby towns, providing easy access to local amenities and services. Wildhill is close to the larger town of Potters Bar, where residents can find shops, restaurants, and other facilities. The village maintains a sense of community, with local events and gatherings that foster connections among residents.

School Ratings in Wildhill

Families in Wildhill have access to 83 local schools. Rhodes Wood Hospital School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wildhill

Homes sell for an average of £705K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £1.1M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wildhill

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Wildhill, with 44 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wildhill

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wildhill around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wildhill

Broadband services in Wildhill range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. 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

44 Primary
8 Secondary
31 Other
Chancellor's School Secondary 1.2 miles WH9 Great Wood Family Centre 1.5 miles Essendon CofE (VC) Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Rhodes Wood Hospital School Outstanding 1.7 miles Brookmans Park Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Queenswood School 1.9 miles WH8 De Havilland Family Centre Requires Improvement 2.2 miles De Havilland Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles St Mary's Church of England VA Primary School, Welham Green Primary 2.3 miles Links Hatfield Academy Good 2.3 miles Ponsbourne St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Onslow St Audrey's School Secondary 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wildhill IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Wildhill are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

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 Wildhill 245 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Wildhill 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.

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 2 miles
Brookmans Park Train Station 2.1 miles
Hatfield (Herts) Train Station 2.5 miles
Cuffley Train Station 3.6 miles
Welwyn Garden City Train Station 4.3 miles
Hertford North Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woodside 0.6 miles Bell Bar 0.9 miles Lower Woodside 1.2 miles West End 1.2 miles Essendon 1.4 miles Brookmans Park 1.8 miles Epping Green 1.9 miles Marshmoor 1.9 miles Tylers Causeway 2 miles Welham Green 2 miles Little Berkhamsted 2.2 miles Old Hatfield 2.2 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