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Hatfield South West

England / East of England / Welwyn Hatfield / Hatfield South West

About

Hatfield South West is a residential ward in the Welwyn Hatfield district of Hertfordshire. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It includes parts of the Hatfield Garden Village, a planned community with green spaces and tree-lined streets. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and commuters.

The ward is well-connected, with easy access to the A1(M) motorway and Hatfield railway station, providing links to London and other nearby towns. The University of Hertfordshire’s main campus is nearby, contributing to the area’s student population. Open spaces like Stanborough Lakes offer recreational opportunities, while the nearby Galleria Outlet Shopping Centre provides retail options. The ward balances residential living with practical transport links and local facilities.

Area overview

On average Hatfield South West has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 107 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hatfield South West is £44,680 per year. There are 5 schools in Hatfield South West: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
107
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
27.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hatfield South West Population
11,400
Population density
5,585 per km²

Demographics

British
5,167
45.34%
Other White
1,660
14.57%
Indian
1,097
9.63%
African
1,058
9.28%
Other Asian
376
3.3%
Total population: 11,395

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
761
25.22%
Owns with a mortgage
730
24.19%
Social rents from council
672
22.27%
Owns outright
567
18.79%
Other social rented
169
5.6%
Total households: 3,018

Property prices in Hatfield South West

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 in Hatfield South West area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £805,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£604,000
Flats12£255,800
Semi-Detached10£407,500
Terraced38£375,000

10 years price trend in Hatfield South West

All postcodes in Hatfield South West

AL109HH

Bishops Rise

AL109PW

Bishops Close

AL109QD

Willow Way

AL109UZ

Roberts Way South

AL109XB

Minster Close
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Data Sources

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