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Harpenden East

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About

Harpenden East is a residential ward located in the northern part of St Albans District, Hertfordshire. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, ranging from detached family homes to smaller terraced properties. It includes parts of the town centre, offering local amenities such as shops, cafes, and schools, alongside green spaces like Rothamsted Park. The ward is well-connected, with Harpenden railway station providing direct links to London.

The area has a strong community feel, with regular events and activities organised by local groups. Harpenden East is also home to Rothamsted Research, a leading agricultural science institute, adding a unique element to the ward. The surrounding countryside, including the Chiltern Hills, is easily accessible, providing opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. Public transport and road links make it a practical choice for commuters.

Area overview

On average Harpenden East has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Harpenden East is £64,022 per year. There are 9 schools in Harpenden East: 5 primary (3 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 3 secondary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
14.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Harpenden East Population
7,878
Population density
2,922.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,228
79.05%
Other White
504
6.4%
Indian
153
1.94%
White and Asian (mixed)
145
1.84%
African
130
1.65%
Total population: 7,879

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,153
39.3%
Owns outright
950
32.38%
Private landlord or letting agency
326
11.11%
Social rents from council
312
10.63%
Other social rented
140
4.77%
Total households: 2,934

Property prices in Harpenden East

Based on 103 recent sales, the median property price is £680,000 in Harpenden East area, with individual transactions ranging from £234,000 up to £2,380,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Harpenden East 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 Harpenden East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£1,287,000
Flats15£327,500
Semi-Detached41£755,000
Terraced26£571,250

10 years median price trend in Harpenden East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Harpenden East.

All postcodes in Harpenden East

AL54HE

Jameson Road

AL54RL

Harpenden East

AL55EJ

Riverbanks Close

AL55FE

Millstone Way

AL55QZ

Dalkeith Road

AL55SZ

Alzey Gardens

AL54UJ

Marquis Lane

AL54UX

Harpenden East

AL55EZ

St Martins Close

AL55HA

Harpenden East

AL55JB

Noke Shot

AL55RZ

Fairfield Close

AL54FF

Malbec Close

AL54TX

Amberley Close

AL55AD

Marquis Lane

AL55HH

Common Lane

AL55SE

Aldwickbury Crescent

AL55SY

Alzey Gardens

Data Sources

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