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Hatfield East

England / East of England / Welwyn Hatfield / Hatfield East

About

Hatfield East is a residential ward located in the Welwyn Hatfield borough of Hertfordshire. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It includes parts of the Hatfield Garden Village, known for its green spaces and community feel. Local amenities include schools, shops, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The ward is well-connected, with easy access to the A1(M) motorway and Hatfield railway station, providing links to London and other parts of Hertfordshire. Nearby attractions include the University of Hertfordshire campus and Hatfield House, a historic country estate. The area has a suburban character, with quiet streets and a focus on family living.

Area overview

On average Hatfield East has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hatfield East is £52,292 per year. There are 4 schools in Hatfield East: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
99
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
20.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hatfield East Population
8,107
Population density
765.9 per km²

Demographics

British
4,389
54.14%
Other White
1,308
16.13%
African
721
8.89%
Indian
397
4.9%
Other
176
2.17%
Total population: 8,107

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
789
25.28%
Owns with a mortgage
781
25.02%
Owns outright
650
20.83%
Social rents from council
579
18.55%
Other social rented
232
7.43%
Total households: 3,121

Property prices in Hatfield East

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £380,000 in Hatfield East area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £790,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£637,500
Flats27£265,000
Semi-Detached23£455,000
Terraced35£395,000

10 years price trend in Hatfield East

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Data Sources

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