HertfordSG13
East Hertfordshire · East of England
SG13 Hertford recorded a trajectory score of 44.0/100, placing it in the 18th percentile nationally. Over the past five years, property prices grew at 0.8% compound annual rate, whilst rental growth outpaced this considerably at 5.1% annually. Population expansion was minimal at 0.6% over the same period. The district is identified as being in an early gentrification stage, suggesting potential for neighbourhood-level change. The divergence between rental and capital growth, combined with modest population increases and below-average trajectory metrics, indicates a market characterised by rental income generation rather than rapid appreciation.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 0.7% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.1% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.6% per year
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What's changing in Hertford · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.9 points this month to 45/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
31 planning applications submitted in SG13 over the last six months, 1 demolition.
- Single storey rear extension, following demolition of conservatory, new patio area, loft conversion with two dormers to rear, insertion of roof lights to existing front roof, fenestration alterations and removal of one chimneyJan 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Prior approval application (Part 3, Class MA) for partial change of use of existing ground floor (use class E (offices)) to create 1 x 2-bed flat (use class C3 (dwellinghouses))Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Notification of proposed single storey rear extension; Depth extending from the original rear wall of 8.00 metres, a maximum height of 3.90 metres and an eaves height of 2.97 metresJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Hertford (SG13) common questions
Is Hertford up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Hertford (SG13) as Early. Its trajectory score is 45/100 (Average), in the top 77% of districts nationally. The score is up 2.5 points over the last 12 months.
Is Hertford safe?
Hertford has a safety score of 39/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Hertford?
The average property price in Hertford (SG13) is £522k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.7% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Hertford?
The median monthly rent in Hertford (SG13) is £1,486 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Hertford?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Holloway (N7), Kennington (SE11), Deptford (SE8), South Croydon (CR2), Buntingford (SG9). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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