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Colney Heath & Highfield Park

About

Colney Heath is a residential area located on the western edge of St Albans, bordered by the M25 and A414. The area features a mix of housing, from modern developments to older properties, alongside local amenities like shops and schools. Nearby green spaces, including Colney Heath Common, provide walking routes and open areas for recreation. The area benefits from good transport links, with easy access to St Albans city centre and London via the M25.

Highfield Park, adjacent to Colney Heath, is a 70-acre parkland offering woodlands, meadows, and a lake. The park includes walking trails, a children’s play area, and a café, making it a popular spot for outdoor activities. The University of Hertfordshire’s de Havilland Campus is nearby, adding a student presence to the area. Together, Colney Heath and Highfield Park provide a balance of residential living and natural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Colney Heath & Highfield Park has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 82 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Colney Heath & Highfield Park is £58,941 per year. There are 4 schools in Colney Heath & Highfield Park: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

10/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Colney Heath & Highfield Park Population

6,266

Population density

560 per km²

Demographics

British

4,732

75.51%

Other White

409

6.53%

Indian

153

2.44%

Irish

111

1.77%

White and Asian (mixed)

102

1.63%

Total population: 6,267

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

839

35.45%

Owns outright

805

34.01%

Other social rented

270

11.41%

Private landlord or letting agency

207

8.75%

Social rents from council

177

7.48%

Total households: 2,367

Property prices in Colney Heath & Highfield Park

Based on 45 recent sales, the median property price is £770,000 in Colney Heath & Highfield Park area, with individual transactions ranging from £197,500 up to £1,490,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Colney Heath & Highfield Park over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	17	£875,000	£497,000	£763,000	£935,000	£1,278,000
Flats	1	£197,500	£197,500	£197,500	£197,500	£197,500
Semi-Detached	14	£855,000	£507,625	£593,750	£965,625	£1,099,250
Terraced	13	£530,000	£401,200	£475,000	£575,000	£777,000

10 years median price trend in Colney Heath & Highfield Park

All postcodes in Colney Heath & Highfield Park

AL40RW

Barley Mow Lane

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail