This has meant trips to a large supermarket in Watford. It only takes 30 minutes to get from Watford to the centre of the city. from Harpenden the smuggest town in the smuggest county, from Kings Langley: A Hertfordshire village of very little, from Watford Every day is the day of the living dead, from Bishops Stortford The Planners Dream Goes Wrong, from Mill End: inches from the cancerous smog of junction 17 on the M25, from Borehamwood A symptom of our times, from Stevenage is a town where you keep your head down when walking, from Baldock: better than the surrounding areas but still not the best. While . None of them ever smile. None of them ever smile. Well not a lot really Budgens closed in 2005 and was replaced by M&S, which has demoted the working of Tesco tills to profession of choice for the scary looking oddballs of Tring. I dont live there anymore, thank christ, but I hear that the problems in the same areas have exacerbated with drug dealing and weapons. Please don't stay away from Tring, it's lovely and deserves a good reputation. My parents decided the best place for me was J.F.K in Hemel Hempstead a.k.a emel emstead. What the residents said: "Stevenage is a town where you keep your head down when walking. Hertfordshire police statistics reveal the most dangerous White Lion Square seems abandoned and it would look better with more flowers or greenery. Berko has several private schools and a few normal schools the Collegiate, Egerton Rothsay, Ashlyns, Thomas Coram, Bogwater etc. What's wrong with Croxley Green though? But it's also the home of many famous films and sets thanks to Elstree Studios. Another scathing review of popular city St Albans has left us confused. Top 50 worst places to live in England ranked in controversial poll see if your town makes the list. Transcript: Trump attorneys Drew Findling and Jennifer Little on; Transcript: Reps. Mike Gallagher and Raja Krishnamoorthi on; You can book an exclusive Harry Potter tour and see Harry's childhood home, 4 Privet Drive. "Head into town on a Friday night and find yourself staring at groups of the local teenagers who believe theyre high end drug dealers carrying knives down the front of their trousers. One of the articles reads: "The infamous sign denoting ones fateful arrival on the boundary of Watford should read something like 'Wotfud *** off!'. Firstly, the McDonald's hasn't been there for a number of years so this review is likely to be out of date and the city is definitely not viewed like this now. If you go on Rightmove and find the cathedral on a map and draw a square 2 inches around it you will get the lovely properties along Fishpool Street (appearing in many period dramas). Slating the town's residents and stereotyping is very uncalled for - the town is home to a number of very good residents and the community is arguably one of the best things about the area. Next we have a really recent Watford review which apparently is the town of the "living dead" as they titled their review. Cheshunt. During lunchtime, the town is full and busy. Many of those who became a celebrity honed their craft at Borehamwoods famous Elstree Studios. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The Facebook group is also a place where people can socialise, meet virtually and communicate with things most people in the town need to see. 34. Tring is known as one of Hertfordshire's affluent areas where houses, education facilities and the high street attracts potential home buyers. The buildings were covered head to toe in scaffolding and seemed run down and full of people. Cleveland Police in Northern England seized nearly 200 knives and sharp objects in one year. The crime committed the most were violence and sexual offences of which there were 92 although this was closely followed by antisocial behaviour with 86. "The grey pallor of the concrete matches the skin tone of the locals. Northern England has been named as the most dangerous place to live in the UK, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). They are proud of being part of Hertfordshire. While many expected London and Greater Manchester as the most violent and crime-ridden areas in England and Wales, the northern county of Cleveland - which includes Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Cleveland and Stockton-on-Tees - claimed the top spot. Thus, it is a popular commuter town for many people But this is what the website iLiveHere.co.uk is for - it allows people to give an 'honest' opinion of the area they live in and there have been some savage reviews about areas we call home. Wiltshire is the safest place to live in England and Wales, with the lowest rates of both crime and violent offences. Walking around some neighbourhoods was really eye-catching. "The locals gather in menacing groups at random intervals on turning the high street into an obstacle course, eye contact with them is not recommended.". Netflix and Ricky Gervais even loves it there since they keep coming back to film his hit show, After Life. They also mention that there is nothing to do there apparently. Sammi Ozone, 60, of Whitethorn Lane, was charged with murdering his stepfather, Nicholas Daher on January 4. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Cassiobury Park is the largest park and public, open green space in Watford, Hertfordshire. There seems to be this stereotype in Hertford that everyone is rich and of an 'upper class' which of course isn't true. Share your opinion in the comment section or on social media if you have visited one of these places. "If you want teenage pregnancy, screeching ********* and keved up cars go to Berko or a neighbouring town such as Chesham, Hemel or Tring.". It has been handed a Green Flag award, rated in the People's Choice vote. Please disable your adblocker.We use ads to pay the bills.No tickey-no washy! However, when it comes to outsiders doing the same, we are quick to defend our patches straight away. Crime is on the up,,the ***** of yesteryear are all but grown up (physically) and have spawned at []. But the Gallaria isnt really in Hatfield, its a recent addition bolted on to one edge of the town.". We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. There are plenty of green spaces and all the gardens are kept well in the area. Moving southwest and the living conditions become far safer, with Cornwall, Devon, Surrey and Hertfordshire all among the least dangerous places to live, reports WebSt Albans is one of the cheapest places to live in Hertfordshire. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The city is beautiful and is far from this. Geographically it is the largest of all of the policing areas covered but it also has several major population centres such as Hertford and Ware as well as smaller towns and villages like Buntingford, Watton-at-Stone, Stanstead St Margarets, Widford and Furneux Pelham. There were a total of 707 street level crime incidents in Watford in August 2022. We believe that all these places deserve more than just a crappy comment, that's why next to anonymous critics, we have shared our views. The town centre was recently redeveloped to make way for a new town centre with city-type apartments and penthouses on the riverside. What the residents said : "More like Welwyn Garden S*****. The latest figures from www.police.uk are for the month of January, with 9,114 crimes committed across the county during that period. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. This list gathered some of the most critical comments about seven towns across Hertfordshire. We hope this false review doesn't turn people away from the town. Hertfordshire is becoming more and more popular with city-dwellers looking for a slice of the quiet life in their droves. The latest data from Cleveland Police force, which is one of the UKs smallest forces, reported that they collected nearly 200 knives and sharp objects in one year. Staffordshire places to live ranked best to worst. "Tring is now largely run by an self elected, over opinionated closed group FB page called Everything Tring, poorly parked cars, dog poo and fireworks are debated on here with everyone putting in their opinions, whether you are interested or not. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. While some appear to have been written to simply stir up a reaction, we can't help but take the comments to heart. "***** are swinging from the lamp posts in that town. There is a market that not many people go to every Thursday, but its good the the tradition keeps going. places to live in England, coming in 11th with 96 victim-based crimes per 1,000 people - however, it is the number one worst place for robbery and theft. 33. They go on to say there is actually a criteria to living in Kings Langley, however. WebTop 10 Worst Crime Areas in Hertfordshire Watford (583 crimes in Dec 2022) See Details Pin Green, Stevenage (358 crimes in Dec 2022) See Details Highfield, Dacorum (356 St Albans Harpenden Bishops Stortford Watford Berkhamsted Hitchin Ready to Start Living in Hertfordshire? There were also 25 criminal damage and arson offences and 18 offences where there was a possession of a weapon. However, the difference between the old and new town in Hertfordshire's Hemel Hempstead is truly something worth seeing. 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"By far Trings darkest and more sinister underbelly are the militant Yarn Bombers when theyre not decorating the town with cute and creative knitted creations they are in running battles with the Town Council, County Council and other Twonky Wonk groups including Friends of Tring Memorial Garden. It also has good commuting links to Cambridge and London both via train and car. The thing is, it could be a perfectly nice town with just a bit of care and thought. So, here are the 6 best places to live in Hertfordshire. Its main shopping centre, Intu Watford, is popular with shoppers coming from outside of the town. Per 1,000 they have just 58.1 crimes a year - 24.1 of which are violent. What the residents said: "Every day is the day of the living dead in Watford. Apparently you've got to avoid certain areas in Welwyn Garden City (WGC) otherwise kids will "throw stones at you". When the town comes in to view from the [], Read More from Watford Every day is the day of the living dead, Ive lived in Bishops Stortford for the past seven years and the best words I can think of to describe the experience are more frustrating than a spoon with a hole in it. Growing up in St. Nicholas, the Oval was a dont go area, the oval mob [], Read More from Stevenage is a town where you keep your head down when walking, Where do i start with Baldock? This person opened their review with: "Are you a useless, thieving, work shy [person] with as much worth to society as a cancer cell? (Yea Right) All the local asbos ******* down the complex, using Mcdonalds toilets and trying to sneak into the bowling alley bar, thinking if they put there hoods up no one will notice then. Someone else said: "Every day is the day of the living dead in Watford. Antisocial behaviour tops the lists of crimes committed in the area with 165 of the 634, however there were also 108 violent and sexual offences committed. Stevenage is also home to Knebworth House as well as a variety of stunning natural parks, making it one of the most attractive areas in the county. With small towns, garden cities and cosy villages, Herts is often referred to as the 'countryside' bursting with natural beauty and tranquillity. It took [], Read More from Hoddesdon: It used to be alright, A lot of locals still cling to the idea that Kings Langley is still a village. Those living in Wales, North Yorkshire and Gloucestershire are least likely to be a victim of crime. Coven (1,172) 26. What is our opinion: The town itself seems to have a good town vibrancy. The opinions are pretty damning, but we know there's a different side to the town, Sign up to our daily email newsletter for all the latest news from across the country as well as breaking news delivered direct to your inbox. Wiltshire is the safest place to live in England and Wales, with the lowest rates of both crime and violent offences. But let's face it, this doesn't describe the Watford we know and love. They added: "I go to school in berko and what an interesting place to go to school. Herts park in town among England's 'top 50 worst to live' set for 1m transformation Herts council's 104m scheme to improve A120 and A602 needs more (Image: Watford Borough Council/Simon Jacobs), Hemel Hempstead saw 366 property sales over 1 million in the last 12 months. The most notable incident in Cleveland from last year occurred in May, when a 26-year-old man suffered serious injuries outside The Keys in Yarm, near Stockton on Tees. There were a total of 459 street level crime incidents in Pin Green and 437 crimes in Bedwell in August 2022. The voting for ilivehere.co.uk's annual 'Worst Place To Live In England' list is approaching its Numbers are horrifying, but what the people say. It has plenty of natural green open spaces with Broadway Gardens, which features a spectacular water fountain, being a popular spot for both locals and tourists. "Im told, by parents, keep to the public places. And with such a multicultural community, there is a range of eateries which will cater for all taste buds. The victim survived the assault, which saw three people arrested and one man facing court accused of wounding. Watford. What's more, they definitely do not go off here all year round. The best places to live in the UK in 2022 - full list. 32. Watford's high street is currently dominated by well-known chains. You may not have known, but Watford was also the biggest printing centre in the world and many advances in printing were made here. "But I am sad to say that I was more traumatised by the behaviour of the indigenous populace, the sheer bovine stupidity of the residents of this town planning nightmare of a town. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. "Imagine the kind of noise that you might make if trying to talk with an oversized boiled egg in your mouth Well done, you have now achieved something close to the conversational skills of a Watford ****.". 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According to the website 'ilivehere.co.uk', both Cheshunt and Hatfield are currently on the list and in the running for being named the worst place to live for this year. It's often the norm for British people to criticise the areas they live in. I'm sorry but this again is just utter nonsense. It finishes by saying: "Whenever Im heading on the Eastbound on the M25 and I catch a glimpse of Potters Bar from the safe vantage point of my car I find myself still wincing in pain at the unhappy memories I have of this God-forsaken place.". I checked your top 10 first, and then had a quick browse through recent archives. "Due to Covid 19 pandemic, I have been doing shopping for my parents who live in South Herts. The largest park is Cassiobury Park, which has won an award and is ranked in the top ten parks in the whole country. "Looking for a relaxing break somewhere other than the shopping centre? 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