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Harpenden Common

England / East of England / St Albans / Harpenden Common

About

Harpenden Common is a large open space in St Albans, covering over 240 acres of grassland, woodland, and heath. The area is known for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities, with walking paths, sports fields, and a golf course. The Common is a designated Local Nature Reserve, home to various wildlife and plant species, including rare orchids and ancient trees.

The Common has a mix of open areas and shaded woodland, making it popular for picnics, dog walking, and outdoor activities. It hosts events like the annual Harpenden Carnival and cricket matches. The nearby town of Harpenden offers amenities, while the Common itself retains a quiet, rural feel despite its proximity to urban areas.

Area overview

On average Harpenden Common has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 25 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Harpenden Common is £72,800 per year. There are 2 schools in Harpenden Common: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
25
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
2.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Harpenden Common Population
6,871
Population density
1,848.3 per km²

Demographics

British
5,741
83.53%
Other White
355
5.17%
Indian
174
2.53%
Irish
131
1.91%
White and Asian (mixed)
97
1.41%
Total population: 6,873

Housing

Owns outright
1,229
46.27%
Owns with a mortgage
1,056
39.76%
Private landlord or letting agency
238
8.96%
Social rents from council
95
3.58%
Other forms of private rent
23
0.87%
Total households: 2,656

Property prices in Harpenden Common

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £731,250 in Harpenden Common area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £3,500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached42£1,325,000
Flats8£247,500
Semi-Detached19£700,000
Terraced21£596,750

10 years price trend in Harpenden Common

All postcodes in Harpenden Common

AL52NY

Wheatfield Avenue

AL51HE

Sibley Avenue

AL51JS

Leycroft Way

AL51RZ

Cross Lane

AL52NN

Fairway Close

AL51RB

Broadstone Road

AL51HN

Broadstone Road

AL52NP

Oakfield Road

AL52PB

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.