Area360 logo

Find postcode

Highfield

Interactive map displaying Highfield

About

Highfield is a residential area located in Dacorum, Hertfordshire. It is primarily known for its quiet, suburban atmosphere and well-maintained housing. The area features a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, along with some smaller terraced properties. Green spaces and tree-lined streets contribute to its appeal, offering a sense of openness despite its proximity to larger towns.

The area is well-connected, with easy access to Hemel Hempstead town centre and major transport links like the M1 and A41. Local amenities include schools, parks, and convenience stores, catering to everyday needs. Highfield balances residential comfort with practical accessibility, making it a practical choice for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Highfield has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 42.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Highfield is £43,000 per year. There are 3 schools in Highfield: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
112
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
42.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Highfield Population
7,934
Population density
5,569.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,497
69.32%
Other White
690
8.7%
African
316
3.98%
Pakistani
282
3.56%
Indian
168
2.12%
Total population: 7,930

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,104
34.95%
Owns with a mortgage
744
23.55%
Owns outright
526
16.65%
Private landlord or letting agency
384
12.16%
Other social rented
321
10.16%
Total households: 3,159

Property prices in Highfield

Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £352,000 in Highfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £107,500 up to £672,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Highfield 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 Highfield over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£525,000
Flats20£228,250
Semi-Detached11£390,000
Terraced34£362,500

10 years median price trend in Highfield

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

Data Sources

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