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Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

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About

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.

Area overview

On average Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.0% 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).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
11%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered Population
8,115
Population density
82.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,552
93.04%
Other White
204
2.51%
Irish
82
1.01%
Indian
40
0.49%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
37
0.46%
Total population: 8,117

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,317
39.96%
Owns with a mortgage
1,087
32.98%
Other social rented
428
12.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
290
8.8%
Other forms of private rent
70
2.12%
Total households: 3,296

Property prices in Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

Based on 97 recent sales, the median property price is £595,000 in Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered area, with individual transactions ranging from £167,500 up to £2,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered 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 Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached51£750,000
Flats5£175,000
Semi-Detached22£475,000
Terraced19£420,100

10 years median price trend in Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered.

All postcodes in Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG27PD

Beecroft Lane

SG99LW

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG99LH

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG99QY

Baldock Road

SG99RX

Clayton Drive

SG120LL

Munden Road

SG120PD

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG27FA

Walchra Court

SG99PB

Aspenden Road

SG99PF

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG111JQ

Gifford's Lane

SG120NE

Founceley Avenue

SG27AZ

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG36SS

Bury Lane

SG27AF

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG27AR

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG27HE

Lanterns Lane

SG27PL

Totts Lane

SG36RJ

Raffin Green Lane

SG99LU

Hamels Lane

SG99QT

Baldock Road

SG99QZ

Baldock Road

AL60HA

Burgess Close

SG143RY

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG27AQ

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG27ET

Aston End Road

SG27SS

High Street

SG99QH

Spring Lane

SG120LW

Munden Road

SG120NF

Windy Rise

SG143RR

Frogmore Hill

SG27BX

Whempstead Road

SG36GL

Nash Close

SG36RB

Hollybush Lane

SG36TN

Datchworth Green

SG90RY

Baldock Road

SG99LB

Pilgrims Close

SG99QR

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG111HT

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG120LS

Easington Road

SG143RU

High Street

SG27AH

School Lane

SG27GA

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG27HJ

Short Lane

SG27LN

Duck Lane

SG27LQ

Blacksmiths Hill

SG99LQ

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG99JZ

Datchworth, Walkern & Cottered

SG99RF

Ermine Street

SG99RG

Hagger Close

Data Sources

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