Hertsmere

Hertsmere is an administrative district north of Greater London in Hertfordshire, comprising towns including Borehamwood, Bushey, Elstree, Radlett, and Potters Bar. The area covers 101 square kilometers and is home to more than 100,000 residents across these connected communities.

The district was established in 1974 through the Local Government Act, merging several areas along the historic boundary between Middlesex and Hertfordshire. This administrative reorganization created a new local governance structure that better integrated the surrounding regions.

The Elstree Film Studios and BBC Elstree Centre shape local identity as major production hubs for well-known television shows like EastEnders and Strictly Come Dancing. These facilities have established the area as a significant center for British entertainment production.

The borough council headquartered in Borehamwood manages local services including planning, housing support, and community health programs for residents. Visitors should know that the various towns are well connected by road links and public transport options are readily available.

Roughly one in six residents identifies as Jewish, making this district the area with the highest concentration of this population among all local authorities in the United Kingdom. This demographic characteristic shapes the local social fabric and cultural diversity of the area.

Location: Hertfordshire

Capital city: Borehamwood

Shares border with: Broxbourne

Website: http://hertsmere.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.66000,-0.27000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07