BuntingfordSG9
East Hertfordshire · East of England
SG9 (Buntingford) in Hertfordshire has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 0.8% in property prices, significantly below the national average, whilst rental growth has expanded at 5.1% annually over the same period. Population growth remains modest at 0.6% over five years. The district currently sits at the pre-cursor stage of gentrification with a trajectory score of 42.8 out of 100, placing it in the 13th percentile nationally. This divergence between price and rental growth suggests the area attracts tenant demand despite limited capital appreciation, indicating a rental-focused investment profile rather than one predicated on property value escalation.
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- 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 Buntingford · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.1 points this month to 44/100, driven mainly by demand.
37 planning applications submitted in SG9 over the last six months, including 6 new build residential schemes, 3 change of use, 2 demolition.
- Single storey extension to provide link between main dwelling and existing annexeJun 2026 · Registered
- Single storey extension to provide link between main dwelling and existing annexeJun 2026 · Registered
- Conversion and extension of pool house to single self-build and custom dwelling with the installation of air-source heat pump and solar panels.Feb 2026 · Awaiting decision
Buntingford (SG9) common questions
Is Buntingford up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Buntingford (SG9) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 44/100 (Average), in the top 81% of districts nationally. The score is up 0.2 points over the last 12 months.
Is Buntingford safe?
Buntingford has a safety score of 37/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Buntingford?
The average property price in Buntingford (SG9) 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 Buntingford?
The median monthly rent in Buntingford (SG9) is £1,486 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Buntingford?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Deptford (SE8), Plaistow (E13), Blackheath (SE3), Stoke Newington (N16), South Croydon (CR2). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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