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About

Hitchwood ward is located in North Hertfordshire, covering parts of Hitchin and the surrounding rural areas. The ward includes a mix of residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and farmland, providing a balance between urban and countryside living. Hitchin town center is nearby, offering amenities such as shops, restaurants, and transport links, including a railway station with services to London.

The area features several parks and open spaces, including Oughtonhead Common and the Hitchin Priory grounds. Local schools and community facilities serve residents, while the nearby A505 provides road access to neighboring towns. The ward maintains a quiet, semi-rural character, with older cottages and newer housing developments blending into the landscape.

Area overview

On average Hitchwood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hitchwood is £52,300 per year. There are 4 schools in Hitchwood: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
10.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Hitchwood

Based on 34 recent sales, the median property price is £578,750 in Hitchwood area, with individual transactions ranging from £330,000 up to £1,790,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hitchwood 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 Hitchwood over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached20£802,500
Flats1£330,000
Semi-Detached7£420,000
Terraced6£382,500

10 years median price trend in Hitchwood

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

Data Sources

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