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The local area guide to living in Hertfordshire

A county of many faces, Hertfordshire's southern border is nestled up to Greater London, and is consequently home to thousands of commuters. A busier and more modernised area of the county, it is here that some of the most expensive properties in the UK can be located, with property prices in areas such as Rickmansworth soaring to figures above 1 million pounds.

Despite being directly outside London, the North and the East of Hertfordshire are a million miles from the city hustle and generally busy feel of the capital. The picture perfect villages and countryside views provide a beautiful contrast to the neighbouring city of London.

With the picturesque scenery, natural resorts and endless things to do in and around the area, it's no wonder so many choose to settle down here. On top of this, it should come as little to no surprise that the county's rural beauty has been the underlying inspiration to several important classical literary works, such as Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice' and Oscar Wilde's 'The Importance of Being Earnest'.

Information about the local residents

Hertfordshire is the second most densely populated county in the UK, with a population of over 1,116,000. This number has gradually increased since 2010 according to recent Census reports, showing just how increasingly popular the area is. This figure is made up of people from various settlements; the largest of which are Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage, St. Albans and Welwyn Garden City.

The largest age group is made up of people aged between 45 and 50 years old. The number of people aged 60 and above has gradually increased in recent years, suggesting that once people have experienced all that Hertfordshire has to offer, they certainly don't want to leave!

Nearby schools

According to local Ofsted reports, there is an abundance of both state and independent schools, providing excellent educational standards around Hertfordshire. With over 70 primary schools, over 80 secondary schools and over 30 schools offering special educational support, these figures should come as no surprise.

Regarding further education, there are six main sixth form colleges around Hertfordshire, and the county is also home to the University of Hertfordshire. The university is the UK's leading business facing institution and has made the Telegraph's Top 100 UK University list for the past 5 years running.

Getting around

Hertfordshire's location makes it incredibly convenient in terms of getting around. The A1, A5, A6, A41 roads, along with motorways M1, M11, and M25 all pass through the area, making it perfect for those needing to commute for business or leisure purposes.

Commuters can take advantage of the fast railway lines linking Hertfordshire to London, with the direct train to London King's Cross taking less than 25 minutes, and for an extremely modest fare.

Several bus and coach links can be caught around the county; with discounts on offer for those studying locally.

Stansted Airport is the closest airport to the east, with Luton Airport located on the northern border.

Local shops

Given its prime location, residents of Hertfordshire have convenient and easy access to London; meaning a day out is easy to plan, and there's no shortage of things to do!

Shopping in Hertfordshire can be found at Intu Watford, otherwise known as the Harlequin Shopping Centre, which attracts over 17 million visitors every year. The shopping centre contains various clothes, jewellery and gift shops, from H&M, to BHS and the Lego store. There are also various restaurants and stalls where you can grab a snack or a meal.

Further north of the county one can find various nature reserves and wildlife trails for those who prefer to experience nature on a day out. Hertford Castle, a Grade I listed building is an example of some of the preserved beauty the county has to offer, situated directly on the River Lea which runs directly through Hertfordshire.

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