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About

Grovehill is a residential ward located in the northern part of Hemel Hempstead, within the Dacorum district of Hertfordshire. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Grovehill Community Centre serves as a hub for local activities, while several parks and green spaces, including Grovehill Playing Fields, provide recreational areas for residents.

The ward has a range of amenities, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, catering to everyday needs. Public transport links connect Grovehill to Hemel Hempstead town centre and surrounding areas. The M1 motorway is easily accessible, making it convenient for commuters. Grovehill maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere, with a focus on community-oriented living.

Area overview

On average Grovehill has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 134 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 32.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Grovehill is £44,967 per year. There are 5 schools in Grovehill: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

134

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Grovehill Population

8,006

Population density

3,385.9 per km²

Demographics

British

5,577

69.7%

Other White

806

10.07%

African

378

4.72%

Indian

248

3.1%

Pakistani

131

1.64%

Total population: 8,002

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

899

28.05%

Owns outright

788

24.59%

Social rents from council

688

21.47%

Private landlord or letting agency

407

12.7%

Other social rented

374

11.67%

Total households: 3,205

Property prices in Grovehill

Based on 69 recent sales, the median property price is £360,000 in Grovehill area, with individual transactions ranging from £133,173 up to £998,000.

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 Grovehill over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£415,000	£401,500	£407,500	£706,500	£939,700
Flats	10	£209,500	£136,245	£156,250	£220,000	£238,100
Semi-Detached	7	£392,000	£296,000	£350,000	£422,011	£507,900
Terraced	49	£365,000	£290,800	£337,000	£390,000	£466,000

10 years median price trend in Grovehill

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

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