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Harpenden West

England / East of England / St Albans / Harpenden West

About

Harpenden West is a residential ward located in the town of Harpenden, part of the St Albans district in Hertfordshire. The area is known for its mix of housing, ranging from detached homes to smaller terraced properties, catering to families and professionals. Green spaces like Rothamsted Park and Batford Springs Local Nature Reserve provide outdoor recreation options. The ward has good transport links, with Harpenden railway station offering direct services to London.

Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, serving the needs of residents. The area maintains a balance between suburban living and access to the countryside, with the Chiltern Hills nearby. Harpenden West has a relatively low crime rate compared to wider St Albans, contributing to its appeal as a place to live. The ward's population is predominantly middle-aged, with a higher-than-average proportion of families with children.

Area overview

On average Harpenden West has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Harpenden West is £72,500 per year. There are 4 schools in Harpenden West: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
4.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Harpenden West Population
8,101
Population density
2,611.9 per km²

Demographics

British
6,537
80.73%
Other White
492
6.08%
Indian
190
2.35%
Irish
170
2.1%
White and Asian (mixed)
141
1.74%
Total population: 8,097

Housing

Owns outright
1,342
40.75%
Owns with a mortgage
1,111
33.74%
Private landlord or letting agency
602
18.28%
Social rents from council
88
2.67%
Other social rented
74
2.25%
Total households: 3,293

Property prices in Harpenden West

Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £626,000 in Harpenden West area, with individual transactions ranging from £240,000 up to £4,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached28£1,677,500
Flats63£405,000
Semi-Detached19£1,140,000
Terraced10£618,000

10 years price trend in Harpenden West

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Data Sources

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