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Deprivation (IMD decile, 10 = least deprived) in Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire’s 10 areas ranked — least deprived areas. Every figure from IoD2025 (MHCLG), 2025. Indicative, not a valuation.
| # | Area | Deprivation (IMD decile, 10 = least deprived) (/10) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Albans | 8.5/10 |
| 2 | East Hertfordshire | 7.9/10 |
| 3 | Three Rivers | 7.8/10 |
| 4 | North Hertfordshire | 7.7/10 |
| 5 | Hertsmere | 7.1/10 |
| 6 | Dacorum | 7.0/10 |
| 7 | Welwyn Hatfield | 6.6/10 |
| 8 | Broxbourne | 5.7/10 |
| 9 | Watford | 5.5/10 |
| 10 | Stevenage | 5.4/10 |
Source: IoD2025 (MHCLG) · 2025. Ranked highest first.
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