Datchworth, Walkern, and Cottered are rural villages in East Hertfordshire, characterised by rolling countryside, farmland, and historic buildings. The area is known for its quiet lanes, traditional pubs, and strong community spirit. Datchworth has a village green and a 12th-century church, while Walkern features a mix of period cottages and local amenities. Cottered, the smallest of the three, retains a peaceful, agricultural feel with scattered farms and woodland.
The landscape is dominated by fields, hedgerows, and footpaths, making it popular for walking and cycling. The villages are well-connected to nearby towns like Stevenage and Hertford, offering a balance of rural living with access to urban facilities. Local events, such as fetes and farmers' markets, reflect the area's close-knit community. The villages also have primary schools and village halls, serving as hubs for social activities.
On average Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered is £55,500 per year. There are 6 schools in Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £587,500 in Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £1,800,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 44 | £700,000 |
| Flats | 6 | £212,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 22 | £470,000 |
| Terraced | 16 | £450,000 |
10 years price trend in Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG120FF
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG120LR
Munden Road
SG120NB
Munden Road
SG27AW
School Lane
SG36RE
Bury Lane
SG36TF
Hawkins Hall Lane
SG99NH
Back Lane
SG99RZ
Baker Drive
AL60FL
Burgess Close
SG111HD
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG120NR
Church Lane
SG27DY
Benington Road
SG27EX
Aston End Road
SG27EZ
Aston End Road
SG27PG
Dovehouse Lane
SG36TP
Datchworth Green
SG99LL
London Road
SG99RH
Baldock Road
SG99RY
Ansell Close
SG99SL
Bishop Way
SG111HE
Mentley Lane
SG120LH
Munden Road
SG120LZ
Kingsfield Road
SG27HA
School Lane
SG27HD
Long Lane
SG27JH
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG27LD
Three Stiles
SG27NR
Greenway
SG99LY
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG99NL
Back Lane
SG99LJ
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG99PG
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG111JW
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG120NL
Windy Rise
SG120NQ
Founceley Avenue
SG27BP
Highgrove Close
SG27ED
Brookfield Lane
SG27FU
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG27SA
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG99PD
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG99PY
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG99RP
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG120LD
Potters Wood Close
SG27AB
Stevenage Road
SG27AG
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG27EU
Aston End Road
SG27FE
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG27FP
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG27QE
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG27HH
Holders Lane
SG36SX
Brookbridge Lane
SG36SP
Brookbridge Lane
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Nutcroft
SG99GZ
Ermine Street
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Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG99PU
Baldock Road
SG99QB
Baldock Road
SG99QE
Blind Lane
SG111HL
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG111HP
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG120JZ
Lowgate Lane
SG27EA
Benington Road
SG27JG
Winters Lane
SG27LU
Old School Green
SG27QA
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG99QA
Warren Lane
SG99RT
Cottered Road
SG99NW
Cherry Green Lane
SG120LY
Kingsfield Road
SG27NG
Moors Ley
SG27BD
Lye Lane
SG27BT
Town Lane
SG27DD
Whempstead Road
SG27DE
Whempstead Road
SG27EN
Broadwater Lane
SG27JJ
Winters Lane
SG27NP
Clay End Road
SG27NS
High Street
SG27NX
High Street
SG99LS
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG99QD
Warren Lane
SG99QU
The Crescent
AL60NQ
Burnham Close
SG120JY
Lowgate Lane
SG120NG
Founceley Avenue
SG120NH
Gladstone Road
SG27BY
Goodey Meade
SG27DB
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG27JS
Wrights Meadow
SG27LA
Three Stiles
SG27NZ
Winters Lane
SG27PJ
Brockwell Shott
SG27SP
Honey Lane
SG36SE
Burnham Green Road
SG99PW
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG99QX
The Crescent
SG99RD
Bull Lane
SG111JS
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG120NX
Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered
SG27HW
Arundel Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.