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About

Arbury ward lies directly north of Hitchin town centre, covering a primarily residential area of North Hertfordshire. The ward is defined by its Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, which extends along streets like Walsworth Road. This established neighbourhood includes local shops, schools, and community facilities, creating a self-contained environment. The area maintains a quiet, suburban character with direct pedestrian access to the larger town's amenities.

A notable feature is the presence of the Hitchin Priory grounds on its western edge, providing historic green space. The ward's layout is orderly, with the main A600 Bedford Road forming a key transport route northwards. Residential life here is characterised by its proximity to Hitchin's market and railway station, offering practical connections while retaining a distinct neighbourhood identity centred around its local parades of shops and services.

Area overview

On average Arbury has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 10.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Arbury is £71,155 per year. There are 1 schools in Arbury: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
10.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Arbury

Based on 32 recent sales, the median property price is £512,500 in Arbury area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,500 up to £1,510,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Arbury in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Arbury over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£840,000
Flats4£193,000
Semi-Detached5£540,000
Terraced13£350,000

10 years median price trend in Arbury

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Arbury.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.