31. More unusually it has a high number of 'other thefts' which is categorised as including theft by an employee, blackmail and making off without payment. Letchworth was one town in Hertfordshire that saw a murder charge being brought. from Sleezy old Letchworth. 32. I hear you say. Stevenage South covers Chells and Chells Manor, Poplars and Broadwater. Satirical website iLiveHere has amassed quite the reputation for housing some of the most savage reviews of the 'worst places to live' in the UK, and we're gobsmacked to see so many Hertfordshire locations on the list. 33. For the latest events in your area, enter your postcode below: The town's nightlife is also widely renowned, with many clubs and bars proving popular with people outside of the county, especially those coming in from north London. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. There were 41 incidents of criminal damage and arson and 23 vehicle crimes in Stevenage North in January. However even back then, we would argue the city was still as beautiful as it is today. Some would argue such a class system doesn't even exist anymore so this review go can straight in the bin. Cheshunt is a town in Hertfordshire, England, and it is around 14 miles north of London. Clearly intended to be slightly tongue in cheek but in practice bought by people whose tongues are less in their cheeks and more worming into their own [], Read More from Harpenden the smuggest town in the smuggest county, Hitchin, allegedly one of the happiest places to live in the country. There is also a multiplex called Anchor Street Entertainment which includes a cinema, health club, bowling alley and various restaurants. It certainly looks nice [], Read More from Bishops Stortford The Planners Dream Goes Wrong, Emerging just centimetres from the cancerous smog of junction 17 on the M25, sits an old council estate going by the mind-bendingly imaginative name of Mill End. 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. For the latest news in your area, enter your postcode below: The review carries on but the words are far too 'colourful' for us to repeat. "Nestled between the quaint old fashioned villages of Watford and Hemel Hempstead, Kings Langley to many people that dont live here, is the traffic jam between the M25 and the M1. "Im told, by parents, keep to the public places. People have had their say, but we don't agree, 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. 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But the Gallaria isnt really in Hatfield, its a recent addition bolted on to one edge of the town.". Something went wrong, please try again later. What it's actually like: Watford is a vibrant and culturally diverse town with a mix of dining and entertainment experiences. Watford also has a huge shopping mall with countless top end high street brands and an array of restaurants. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Tring is a historic market town in west Hertfordshire. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "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. Something went wrong, please try again later. "I rented a flat in Stevenage and within 12 months there was a barrage of teenage single mothers who had no respect for noise levels, leaving their **** in the hallways and knocking on my door to ask if they could borrow money. "In WGC they throw stones at you or those tiny McDonald's milk cartons. This isn't the way some locals have described the area, however. The town is charming during the day and has great nightlife. "The second impression you get is that the grey pallor of the concrete matches the skin tone of the locals. After all, we know we live in one of the UK's best counties and we've got plenty of proof. We're lucky to say we have towns like Tring, Harpenden, Bishop's Stortford and even the city of St Albans so it does confuse us when we hear such bad reviews of the area. Aylesbury in Bucks has been named the worst place to live in England by its own residents, who hit out at traffic and crime Credit: Getty 7 Huddersfield in West This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Tring is possibly one of Hertfordshire's nicest towns but one resident isn't too happy about the 'constant' fireworks. 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. Cheshunt. There were also 37 incidents of criminal damage and arson and 24 public order offences committed in January 2017 along with 16 drug offences. What is our opinion: There's a wealth of sports stars who have come from the town, including Lewis Hamilton, Ian Poulter, and Ashley Young. 28. The closer you get to London the crazier it gets. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. like you would always endure in Stevenage.". There are some buildings in Hatfield that would require renovation. Crime is on the up,,the ***** of yesteryear are all but grown up (physically) and have spawned at []. Wombourne (1,166) 25. In a desperate bid to help protect members of the public, volunteers in the area have started handing out stab packs to stem the never-ending tide of bloodshed. Another scathing review of popular city St Albans has left us confused. None of them ever smile. Thus, it is a popular commuter town for many people They added: "I go to school in berko and what an interesting place to go to school. While ranking them by the number of crimes committed in January there is also data on what crimes were being committed in the area. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Violence and sexual offences (76) and antisocial behaviour (80) take the top two most committed crimes in Letchworth and Baldock in January. Like Tring, Berkhamsted is also in the borough of Dacorum and is one of Hertfordshire's nicest areas with fancy houses, nice cars and even better residents. A look at the River Bulbourne through Berkhamsted. 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. "Before Big Brother, you could browse music at Woolworths before strolling across the road to a charming independent bookshop. "***** are swinging from the lamp posts in that town. People in Hatfield are friendly and welcoming. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The review reads: "Tring population mostly made up of Twonky Wonks who enjoy nothing more than complaining to the Town Council about paint on pavements/roads and bollards. People tell me that WGC isnt all that bad but thats not true at least in Stevenage the idiot ***** only shout out stuff at you when youre half way down the road, where as in WGC they throw stones at you or those tiny McDonalds milk cartons.". "A characteristic which alone automatically pigeon holes this place as the faceless suburbia and prime industrial scale manufacturing site that it is.". As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. What are your opinions about these towns? "There are grubby takeaways, betting shops and the occasional pawnbroker. Some of the developments are impressive. "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. London does not even place in the top 10 most dangerous 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. 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. People around town are friendly and welcoming and, on the bustling streets, there were many people walking to and from other local places in Welwyn. This statement came from another reviewer who used far too 'colourful' words to be published, apart from that one sentence. Hertfordshire police statistics reveal the most dangerous "I remember moving to a country village and was just so nice to have kids their greet you with pleasantries instead of foul language/threats when you wouldnt give them money or a cigarette etc. Next we have a really recent Watford review which apparently is the town of the "living dead" as they titled their review. A resident said: "Growing up in St. Nicholas, the Oval was a dont go area, the oval mob were always violent and you would hear of the other gangs around the town e.g. Cheshunt is a town in Hertfordshire, England, and it is around 14 miles north of London. Each day we'll be sending you a selection of our top stories from across our county, as well as breaking news so you can be the first to know. Only in North Watford, police have dealt with a total of 457 street level crime incidents. 'Shops cinema, fast food all under one roof'. 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. You will find with the people here they are absolutely nuts, popping out babies at a young age, not knowing who the father is and smoking weed. What the residents said: "Modern Hatfield came into creation during the slum clearances at the end of the war. There is also a tube station which can take you to Baker Street or Aldgate. There is a high We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. This reviewer said: "This pit of Southern England boasts only the most tenuous of links with London, in so far as it is on the London Underground network, even if it be the penultimate stop on the Metropolitan Line. Per 1,000 they have just 58.1 crimes a year - WebWorst? Oakmere Park in Potters Bar is enjoyed by many all year round, The centre of Welwyn Garden City is full of green space, Watford - "Every day is the day of the living dead". You can book an exclusive Harry Potter tour and see Harry's childhood home, 4 Privet Drive. What it's actually like: Welwyn Garden City was the second garden city founded in England. Croxley Green is a fabulous place with lovely open green spaces and with Watford and Rickmansworth close by. What the residents said: "I am scared to walk down to get a take away, because of the amount of youngsters that sit out side it impersonating whoever they want, if anyone dares stand up to the youths they reply, come round the corner where there are no cameras and youll get cut up. The grey pallor of the concrete matches the skin tone of the locals. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Cleveland Police in Northern England seized nearly 200 knives and sharp objects in one year. 20. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "Watford truly signifies everything that is deemed wrong with polite society it is **** Central. We know Watford as a diverse area within close proximity of London, buzzing with pubs, bars and restaurants. The area is known to be safe, but according to one reviewer, keeping your head down is the best and safest option. Many of those who became a celebrity honed their craft at Borehamwoods famous Elstree Studios. It couldn't be simpler and it takes seconds - simply click here OR here, enter your email address and follow the instructions. South Oxhey, I am scared to go and get a take away. The most dangerous policing areas were: This may come as a surprise that East Herts Rural policing area has the highest number of crimes. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The last two places mentioned on the ILiveHere list are St Albans and Highfield, Dacorum. "The longer I spend in the supermarket, I become more convinced that I am the only living person within several miles. They are proud of being part of Hertfordshire. The little-known Herts shopping village that started as a farm store, Herts lorry driver pleads guilty to death by careless driving after killing cyclist, Herts girl, 13, to represent UK at Junior Eurovision, Flood alerts issued across Herts as heavy rain batters county. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. It is in the borough of Dacorum and is a perfect mix for locals wanting a great high street, town centre and also countryside to escape for long walks and picturesque views. They said: "Newcomers should remember though that to be a New Local one must work in London, leaving at about 6am to 7.30am (adding to the traffic) not returning home until 7pm or 8pm and only venture into the centre of Kings Langley on either Saturday or Sundays. Sign up here and let us know in the comments below. They go on to say there is actually a criteria to living in Kings Langley, however. "To go into the centre of Kings Langley on both days is unacceptable because one is having lunch with Fiona and Jules.". But let's face it, this doesn't describe the Watford we know and love. 34. what ever happened to staying in and watching Blue Peter and Byker Grove?". WebNorthern England has been confirmed as the most dangerous area to live in the UK, the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show. Appearing at the top of the list with a huge 18.54 per cent chance of being crowned the worst place to live is Peterborough followed by Liverpool and Henley-On Netflix and Ricky Gervais even loves it there since they keep coming back to film his hit show, After Life. The town does have some issues with shops, especially a lack of independent ones, but we're still a big fan of the town. The county is broken up in police crime area and can vary in terms of population and geographical size. There is a market that not many people go to every Thursday, but its good the the tradition keeps going. This has meant trips to a large supermarket in Watford. "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.". 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