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Highfield is a residential ward located on the western edge of Hemel Hempstead in the Dacorum district. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, primarily from the mid-20th century, including terraced homes and semi-detached properties. Its layout features quiet, tree-lined streets and several small greens, providing a settled suburban environment for its residents. The ward is bordered by open farmland to the west, creating a distinct edge between the town and the rural landscape.

Local amenities are focused along Stoneycroft and nearby parts of Leverstock Green, serving the community's daily needs. The area is home to the Longdean School complex and is adjacent to the playing fields of The Hemel Hempstead School. A notable local landmark is the former Highfield House, a historic farmhouse that now sits within the suburban setting, reflecting the area's transition from countryside to a residential part of the town.

Area overview

On average Highfield has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 125 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 39.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Highfield is £51,157 per year. There are 3 schools in Highfield: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Highfield is home to around 5,886 people, with a population density of about 4,852.8 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

125

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Highfield Population

5,886

Population density

4,852.8 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

69.83(+125%)

Anti-social behaviour

31.77(+175%)

Vehicle crime

14.44(+217%)

Criminal damage and arson

11.04(+72%)

Public order

8.49(+63%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

4,041

68.63%

Other White

588

9.99%

African

215

3.65%

Pakistani

182

3.09%

Other Asian

131

2.22%

Total population: 5,888

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,207

26.3%

No qualifications

1,044

22.75%

Level 3 (A level)

744

16.21%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

622

13.55%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

607

13.23%

Total 16+ residents: 4,589

Housing

Social rents from council

754

31.88%

Owns with a mortgage

582

24.61%

Owns outright

443

18.73%

Private landlord or letting agency

331

14%

Other social rented

189

7.99%

Total households: 2,365

Property prices in Highfield

Based on 47 recent sales, the median property price is £357,500 in Highfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £672,000.

Price distribution per property type (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.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	5	£515,000	£497,000	£505,000	£525,000	£642,600
Flats	13	£229,000	£164,000	£195,000	£250,000	£284,000
Semi-Detached	5	£380,000	£293,200	£366,000	£380,000	£404,000
Terraced	24	£365,000	£320,750	£337,500	£386,681	£438,500

10 years median price trend in Highfield

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Crime per 1,000 population

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