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About

Holywell ward lies in the northwestern part of Watford, primarily composed of residential neighbourhoods. The area is characterised by a mix of housing types, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is bordered by major transport routes like the M1 motorway and the West Coast Main Line, which influence its layout and atmosphere. Local shopping needs are served by several parades of shops along the main roads through the area.

The ward contains significant green spaces, including the expansive Harebreaks Wood, a local nature reserve with walking paths. Holywell Community Centre acts as a focal point for local activities and events. The area is also home to the Watford General Hospital, a major employer and facility for the wider town. Housing estates from different eras give the ward a varied architectural character across its streets.

Area overview

On average Holywell has high deprivation and average crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, in line with the East of England average of 82 per 1,000. Approximately 42.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Holywell is £56,534 per year. The median sale price in Holywell is £320,000 (around £467 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £240,000 and £464,650. There are 5 schools in Holywell: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Holywell is home to around 9,886 people, with a population density of about 5,333.1 per km².

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
42.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Holywell Population
9,886
Population density
5,333.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
43.8(+39%)
Anti-social behaviour
26.4(+128%)
Criminal damage and arson
9.61(+51%)
Other theft
7.79(+42%)
Public order
7.49(+46%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,445
34.85%
Pakistani
1,461
14.78%
Other White
1,256
12.71%
Indian
1,049
10.61%
Other Asian
699
7.07%
Total population: 9,885

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,861
37.33%
No qualifications
1,473
19.22%
Level 3 (A level)
1,060
13.83%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
941
12.28%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
806
10.52%
Total 16+ residents: 7,664

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,044
28.17%
Owns with a mortgage
885
23.88%
Other social rented
844
22.77%
Owns outright
510
13.76%
Social rents from council
263
7.1%
Total households: 3,706

Property prices in Holywell

Median price: £320,000
Price per sq ft: £467
Sales (last 12 months): 61
Typical range (middle 50%): £240K – £465K

Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 (about £467 per square foot) in Holywell area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £960,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Holywell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached1£955,000£548
Semi-Detached6£572,000£541
Terraced10£445,000£508
Flats44£267,500£449

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Holywell

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Holywell.
YearFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£291,000£470,000£404,998
2017£275,000£460,000£385,000
2018£248,000£435,000£383,000
2019£287,500£415,000£379,000
2020£282,500£447,500£382,500
2021£260,000£475,000£408,500
2022£292,500£560,000£436,250
2023£315,000£540,000£433,000
2024£291,000£487,500£436,000
2025£300,000£535,000£470,000
2026£250,000—£450,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Holywell.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Holywell.
YearFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£477£429£461
2017£476£442£408
2018£413£465£428
2019£492£476£451
2020£472£447£417
2021£463£486£441
2022£470£509£505
2023£482£568£470
2024£461£539£465
2025£457£560£483
2026£403—£505
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Holywell.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Holywell in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Watford district.

Band A£1,631
Band B£1,903
Band C£2,175
Band D£2,447
Band E£2,990
Band F£3,534
Band G£4,078
Band H£4,893

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

Local government

Elected councillors for Holywell ward.

Local councillors

Emil Anwar Rowe

Holywell - Elected 7 May 2026

Liberal Democrats

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Caxton Way

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Caxton Way

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Caxton Way

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Caxton Way

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Hagden Lane

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Caxton Way

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Caxton Way

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Himalayan Way

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Caxton Way

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Ascot Road

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