Ware Road is in Hoddesdon and in Broxbourne district. EN11 9ES is located in the Hoddesdon Town and Rye Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broxbourne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ware Road, Hoddesdon, EN11 9ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN11 9AB, EN11 9EP, EN11 9AD, EN11 9ER, EN11 9DA, EN11 9EF, EN11 9EE, EN11 9ET, EN11 9DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EN11 9ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.9% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.1% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of EN11 9ES there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.3% | 26.3% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 58.4% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 6% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 7.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43% | 50.9% | 7.9% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 35.5% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 11.4% | -5.4% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 19.5% | -10.3% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.5% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 15.2% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.8% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 20.6% | 11.9% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 24.8% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.8% | 93.7% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 87% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 87% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| European Union | 6.9% | 7.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.5% | 86.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.4% | 11.4% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 0.9% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.8% | 37.2% | -11.4% |
| Christian | 67.3% | 46.2% | 21.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ware Road was 31.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.3% lower than the Hoddesdon North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ware Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Hoddesdon North and the 63rd lowest crime rate of 287 local areas in Broxbourne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 Ware Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2023-05-19 | £545,789 |
| 72 Ware Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £512,000 | 2022-02-21 | £561,252 |
| 62 Ware Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2020-07-31 | £501,380 |
| 68 Ware Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2019-01-08 | £628,485 |
| 54 Ware Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2018-07-27 | £699,033 |
EN11 9ES area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in EN11 9ES area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rye Park Nursery School Walton Road , EN11 0LN | 4out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Community Primary School Westfield Road , EN11 8RA | 3out of 4 | 546 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forres Primary School Stanstead Road , EN11 0RW | 2out of 4 | 753 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselands Primary School High Wood Road , EN11 9AR | 3out of 4 | 791 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School Haslewood Avenue , EN11 8HT | 3out of 4 | 881 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cranbourne Primary School Bridleway North , EN11 9PP | 3out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The John Warner School Stanstead Road , EN11 0QF | 2out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Barclay Academy Cock Lane , EN11 8JY | 2out of 4 | 1,745 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Broxbourne School Badgers Walk , EN10 7DD | 3out of 4 | 3,476 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Presdales School Hoe Lane , SG12 9NX | 4out of 4 | 4,332 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hertford Regional College Scotts Road , SG12 9JF | - not rated | 4,869 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simon Balle All-Through School Mangrove Road , SG13 8AJ | 4out of 4 | 5,052 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rivers Education Support Centre Old Essex Road , EN11 0AA | 3out of 4 | 735 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hailey Hall School Hailey Lane , SG13 7PB | 2out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Haileybury and Imperial Service College , SG13 7NU | - not rated | 1,933 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Amwell View School Station Road , Stanstead Abbotts SG12 8EH | 4out of 4 | 2,337 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton School Walnut Tree Walk , SG12 9PD | 4out of 4 | 3,965 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherines and St Pauls Church | Amwell Street, Hoddesdon | 369 yd | |
| The John Warner Sports Centre | Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon | 378 yd | |
| The Jerk Joint London Ltd | 38D Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon | 378 yd | |
| The Tulip Cafe | 72 Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon | 470 yd | |
| Jackson Hall | Hoddesdon Over 60s Centre, Burford Street | 474 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Legion | 68-70 Amwell Street, Hoddesdon | 456 yd | |
| The Sun | Amwell Street, Hoddesdon | 479 yd | |
| Rye Park & Hoddesdon United Services | Rye Park And Hoddesdon United Services Club, Rye Road | 534 yd | |
| Hoddesdon Labour Club | Labour Hall, Rye Road | 534 yd | |
| The Bell Hotel (including B&B) | The Bell Hotel, 1 Burford Street | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raj Mahal | 38 Ware Road, Hoddesdon | 171 yd | |
| Georges Fish bar | 7 Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon | 433 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 3-5 Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon | 433 yd | |
| All in One Pizza (Unit 3) | Ground Floor East, Sheffield House | 534 yd | |
| Royal India Takeaway | 3 Burford Street, Hoddesdon | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 112 Burford Street, Hoddesdon | 418 yd | |
| Hoddesdon Supermarket | Ground Floor East, Sheffield House | 534 yd | |
| WM MORRISON SUPERMARKETS LIMITED | Morrisons Supermarket Plc, Amwell Street | 683 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Brewery Road | 905 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Limited, Taverners Way | 918 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pound Close Playing Field BURFORD STREET | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Forres Primary School STANSTEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Rivers Education Centre Old Essex Road | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Fit4Less (Hoddesdon) 110-114 110-114 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 903 yd |
| Breen'S Gym (Closed) Brewery Road | health and fitness suite | 917 yd |
| Good Health Club (Closed) Chaucer Way | health and fitness suite | 1,087 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 176.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.