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Berkhamsted Town

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About

Berkhamsted is a historic market town located in the Dacorum district of Hertfordshire, England. It lies along the Grand Union Canal and is surrounded by the Chiltern Hills, offering a mix of urban and rural landscapes. The town has a well-preserved medieval high street with a range of independent shops, cafes, and pubs. Berkhamsted Castle, a Norman motte-and-bailey fortress, is a key landmark with ties to William the Conqueror.

The area has strong transport links, including a railway station with direct services to London Euston. Schools like Berkhamsted School and Ashlyns School contribute to its appeal for families. The town hosts regular markets and events, reflecting its long-standing community spirit. Nearby outdoor spaces, such as Ashridge Estate, provide walking and cycling routes, blending the town’s heritage with natural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Berkhamsted Town has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Berkhamsted Town is £72,600 per year. There are 1 schools in Berkhamsted Town: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
5.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Berkhamsted Town Population
6,371
Population density
1,245.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,562
87.3%
Other White
327
5.13%
Irish
99
1.55%
White and Asian (mixed)
91
1.43%
Indian
62
0.97%
Total population: 6,371

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,226
42.36%
Owns with a mortgage
970
33.52%
Private landlord or letting agency
476
16.45%
Other social rented
83
2.87%
Social rents from council
69
2.38%
Total households: 2,894

Property prices in Berkhamsted Town

Based on 116 recent sales, the median property price is £577,500 in Berkhamsted Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £214,000 up to £2,500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Berkhamsted Town 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 Berkhamsted Town over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached27£825,000
Flats38£326,250
Semi-Detached19£650,000
Terraced32£577,500

10 years median price trend in Berkhamsted Town

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

All postcodes in Berkhamsted Town

HP42GU

Britwell Drive

HP49FN

Berkhamsted Town

HP41BZ

Beckets Square

HP41FN

Cowslip Meadow

HP42EN

Bedford Street

HP42FS

Little Bridge Road

HP42PD

Gilpin's Ride

HP42WG

Berkhamsted Town

HP43HE

High Street

HP41BL

High Street

HP41JB

Bridgewater Road

HP42BQ

Castle Street

HP42EW

Bedford Street

HP42PB

Millfield

HP41AH

High Street

HP41TF

Berkhamsted Town

HP42FT

High Street

HP42NS

Bank Mill

HP42TS

New Provident Place

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.