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Living in Buntingford
Thinking about moving to Buntingford? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools and transport connections are like - and of course the most important thing of all: how much houses cost to buy.
Your guide to moving to Buntingford
Why Buntingford is a good place to live
Living in Buntingford, you'll be surrounded by the rich history of a quaint medieval and Georgian town. Nestled next to the River Rib, this town brings to life the charm of English market towns, starting from the historic Roman road, Ermine Street, that runs beside it. Local schools here attract families with their high reputation, enriching the area with a vibrant and lively atmosphere. Buntingford offers excellent transport links including the A10, unlocking easy access to London and Cambridge for quick getaways. The town offers a unique market experience every Monday, where a wide range of goods can be found, from fresh produce to specialised items at locally-owned shops.
What's Buntingford famous for?
Buntingford is famous for being a considerable staging post in its early days due to its location on the Roman road, Ermine Street. As proof of this, the town has several well-preserved coaching inns that once served travellers on this route. Buntingford's fame also extends to being one of the first places in England to host a community-owned market, a tradition still respected today, earning it the title of being a historic market town. Its list of famous figures includes none other than the formidable Queen Elizabeth I herself, who stayed in the town, specifically at a building now called the Bell House Gallery.
Things to do in Buntingford
If you are in Buntingford, visiting the public houses such as The Brambles, The Fox and Duck, The Black Bull, The Crown, and The Jolly Sailors should be on your itinerary. These are perfect places where you can enjoy a charming, traditional English atmosphere along with a refreshing drink. The Buntingford Carnival, held every other year, sets the town abuzz with colours, music, and fun, and the Classic Car event is another highlight. The local independent shops have a variety of products that you might not find elsewhere. And if that's not enough, you could challenge yourself in the World Sausage Tossing Championship to top off your Buntingford experience.
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Average asking prices in Buntingford today
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Properties currently for sale in Buntingford
Whether you're looking to buy a family home or a beautiful apartment, we've got you covered.
Guide price
£280,000
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms1
2 bed maisonette for sale
Paddock Road, Buntingford SG9Guide price
£1,150,000
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms2
- Living rooms2
4 bed detached house for sale
Rushden Road, Sandon, Buntingford SG9From
£475,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2
- Living rooms1
3 bed semi-detached house for sale
Aldridge Way, Buntingford SG9Guide price
£995,000
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms4
- Living rooms4
4 bed detached house for sale
Roe Green, Sandon, Buntingford SG9
Transport in Buntingford
Find the nearest train stations and other transport links in Buntingford.
Local connections
- Ashwell & Morden
- National Rail
- 7.3 miles / 11.7 km
- Royston
- National Rail
- 7.4 miles / 11.9 km
- Watton-at-Stone
- National Rail
- 7.8 miles / 12.6 km
- Baldock
- National Rail
- 8.3 miles / 13.4 km
- Stevenage
- National Rail
- 9 miles / 14.5 km
- Bishops Stortford
- National Rail
- 9.2 miles / 14.8 km
Schools in Buntingford
Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Buntingford.
Education in Buntingford
- Layston Church of England First School
- Ages: 5 - 9 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Requires improvement (2023)
- Millfield First and Nursery School
- Ages: 3 - 9 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
- Edwinstree Church of England Middle School
- Ages: 9 - 13 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2018)
- Buntingford First School
- Ages: 2 - 9 years old
- Freman College
- Ages: 13 - 18 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2019)
- Hormead Church of England (VA) First School
- Ages: 2 - 9 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2019)
Local pubs in Buntingford
Fox
Aspenden, Buntingford, SG9Sword In Hand
Westmill, Buntingford, SG9Beehive
Hare Street, Buntingford, SG9This traditional 200-year-old roadside freehouse was an ale house until 1956. It is an appealing cosy pub with a single bar, no fruit machines or jukebox
Brown Bear
Braughing, Ware, SG11Blind Fiddler
Anstey, Buntingford, SG9The Blind Fiddler is a traditional village pub situated in the heart of East Hertfordshire. We are open 7 days a week and serve food Wednesday, through to Sunday.