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About

Hitchin's Walsworth area lies directly northeast of the town centre, primarily bordered by the A505 Baldock Road to the north. It is a residential district characterised by a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to more modern developments, alongside local shopping parades providing everyday amenities. The area functions as a practical neighbourhood for commuting into central Hitchin or further afield.

A notable local feature is the Walsworth Common, a sizeable green space with a pond, offering recreation and a sense of openness within the urban setting. The area is also home to the Hitchin Boys' School campus. Road connections are central to its identity, with the Walsworth Road serving as a key artery leading into the historic town centre, defining its role as a settled residential gateway.

Area overview

On average Hitchin Walsworth has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hitchin Walsworth is £65,671 per year. There are 3 schools in Hitchin Walsworth: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Hitchin Walsworth is home to around 7,707 people, with a population density of about 2,238.8 per km2.

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Hitchin Walsworth Population

7,707

Population density

2,238.8 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

19.59(-38%)

Anti-social behaviour

8.04(-31%)

Criminal damage and arson

3.5(-45%)

Vehicle crime

3.5(-20%)

Other theft

3.11(-43%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

5,599

72.67%

Other White

473

6.14%

Indian

354

4.59%

Caribbean

182

2.36%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

144

1.87%

Total population: 7,705

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

2,610

42.55%

Level 3 (A level)

928

15.13%

No qualifications

843

13.74%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

767

12.5%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

582

9.49%

Total 16+ residents: 6,134

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,083

33.73%

Owns outright

959

29.87%

Private landlord or letting agency

448

13.95%

Other social rented

372

11.59%

Social rents from council

256

7.97%

Total households: 3,211

Property prices in Hitchin Walsworth

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in Hitchin Walsworth area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £880,500.

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 Hitchin Walsworth over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Semi-Detached	38	£565,000	£404,750	£485,000	£629,000	£866,500
Terraced	31	£390,500	£297,500	£370,000	£439,000	£492,500
Detached	9	£660,000	£486,000	£546,000	£700,000	£753,000
Flats	21	£237,000	£202,500	£225,000	£290,000	£324,000

10 years median price trend in Hitchin Walsworth

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

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

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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Hitchin Walsworth

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