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About

Hollybush ward sits in the northern part of Welwyn Hatfield, encompassing a mix of residential estates and significant green spaces. The area is primarily residential, with housing ranging from post-war developments to more modern family homes. Its layout is characterised by quiet, winding streets and numerous cul-de-sacs, creating a settled neighbourhood atmosphere. The ward includes the distinct locality of Woolmer Green to its west, adding to its community composition.

A notable feature is the presence of the large Hollybush Farm development, a substantial modern housing estate built on former agricultural land. The area is bordered by the A1(M) motorway to the east, which defines its boundary. Local amenities are focused around a few key parades serving immediate daily needs, while larger retail and leisure facilities are found in neighbouring town centres. The terrain is gently rolling, with pockets of woodland and playing fields interspersed throughout.

Area overview

On average Hollybush has average deprivation and low crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 18% below the East of England average of 82 per 1,000. Approximately 40.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hollybush is £63,630 per year. The median sale price in Hollybush is £417,500 (around £451 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £267,000 and £470,125. There are 1 schools in Hollybush: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Hollybush is home to around 7,054 people, with a population density of about 4,081.5 per km².

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Hollybush Population

7,054

Population density

4,081.5 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

36.01(+14%)

Anti-social behaviour

19.42(+68%)

Other theft

6.52(+19%)

Criminal damage and arson

5.39(-15%)

Vehicle crime

4.11(-7%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

4,991

70.72%

Other White

558

7.91%

African

330

4.68%

Indian

213

3.02%

Other Asian

141

Total population: 7,057

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,898

35.31%

Level 3 (A level)

889

16.54%

No qualifications

798

14.85%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

766

14.25%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

615

11.44%

Total 16+ residents: 5,375

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

815

29.63%

Social rents from council

712

25.88%

Owns outright

478

17.38%

Private landlord or letting agency

403

14.65%

Other social rented

277

10.07%

Total households: 2,751

Property prices in Hollybush

Median price: £417,500

Price per sq ft: £451

Sales (last 12 months): 66

Typical range (middle 50%): £267K – £470K

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £417,500 (about £451 per square foot) in Hollybush area, with individual transactions ranging from £154,500 up to £650,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Hollybush over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	£/sq ft	P5	P25	P75	P95
Semi-Detached	16	£507,500	£475	£352,625	£455,375	£524,375	£591,500
Terraced	30	£425,000	£499	£379,500	£401,875	£450,000	£533,000
Flats	20	£245,000	£380	£157,825	£216,500	£253,750	£275,963

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Hollybush

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hollybush.
Year	Detached	Flats	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£492,500	£245,500	£455,000	£355,000
2017	£537,500	£264,000	£427,500	£355,000
2018	£507,250	£252,500	£414,500	£359,000
2019	£505,000	£235,500	£422,500	£354,250
2020	£660,000	£230,000	£435,000	£385,000
2021	£512,500	£250,000	£464,000	£400,000
2022	£785,000	£255,000	£500,000	£416,500
2023	—	£266,500	£487,445	£427,000
2024	£535,000	£248,000	£491,500	£407,500
2025	£770,000	£252,000	£475,000	£410,000
2026	—	£245,000	£507,500	£435,000

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Hollybush.
Year	Detached	Flats	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£436	£392	£412	£383
2017	£436	£409	£430	£378
2018	£501	£409	£409	£400
2019	£375	£372	£373	£410
2020	£461	£359	£420	£411
2021	£496	£375	£445	£405
2022	£510	£392	£452	£438
2023	—	£391	£478	£460
2024	£496	£393	£478	£455
2025	£497	£378	£502	£490
2026	—	£388	£482	£494

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Welwyn Hatfield district.

Band A£1,635

Band B£1,907

Band C£2,180

Band D£2,452

Band E£2,997

Band F£3,542

Band G£4,087

Band H£4,905

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Hollybush ward.

Local councillors

Callum Powell

Hollybush - Elected 7 May 2026

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Property prices in Hollybush

Prices by property typelast 12 months

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Hollybush

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

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