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Kings Langley

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About

Kings Langley lies within the Dacorum district of Hertfordshire, positioned along the Grand Union Canal. The area features residential neighbourhoods, local shops, and green spaces like the common. It is well-connected by rail to London, serving as a commuter settlement while retaining its own historical character.

The village's past is anchored by the remains of a royal palace, a residence for medieval kings. This history is reflected in street names and the local museum. A specific landmark is the former paper mill site, a significant local employer for centuries, with some original buildings still integrated into the modern landscape.

Area overview

On average Kings Langley has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 45 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Kings Langley is £59,349 per year. There are 2 schools in Kings Langley: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Kings Langley is home to around 5,288 people, with a population density of about 635.3 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
45
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
11.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kings Langley Population
5,288
Population density
635.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
26.85(-15%)
Anti-social behaviour
14.37(+24%)
Burglary
4.35(+56%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.03(-52%)
Public order
2.65(-48%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,470
84.55%
Other White
249
4.71%
Indian
114
2.16%
Irish
104
1.97%
White and Asian (mixed)
65
1.23%
Total population: 5,287

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,805
41.61%
Level 3 (A level)
713
16.44%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
578
13.32%
No qualifications
571
13.16%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
360
8.3%
Total 16+ residents: 4,338

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
848
39.7%
Owns with a mortgage
755
35.35%
Social rents from council
243
11.38%
Private landlord or letting agency
220
10.3%
Other social rented
34
1.59%
Total households: 2,136

Property prices in Kings Langley

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £595,000 in Kings Langley area, with individual transactions ranging from £225,000 up to £2,050,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kings Langley 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 Kings Langley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced16£495,000
Detached23£910,000
Flats13£245,000
Semi-Detached14£537,500

10 years median price trend in Kings Langley

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

All postcodes in Kings Langley

WD48EH

Meadow Way

WD48DU

Alexandra Road

WD48DS

Rockliffe Avenue

WD48JS

Church Lane

WD48BD

Rucklers Lane

WD48AN

Barnes Rise

WD49HA

Langley Hill

WD48DY

Watford Road

WD48HA

Rectory Lane

WD49HR

Vicarage Lane

WD49HN

Love Lane

WD48FH

Jubilee Walk

WD49JA

Chipperfield Road

WD48TP

Regent Close

HP30AB

Kennel Cottages

WD48EU

Fisher Close

WD48BY

Belham Road

WD48DW

Avenue Approach

WD48DL

Saddlers Walk

HP39SY

Apsley Grange

WD48AG

Tooveys Mill Close

WD48DN

Avenue Approach

WD48FF

Jubilee Walk

WD48GF

Kings Langley

WD49HU

High Street

WD49HT

High Street

WD49HH

Langley Hill

WD49JU

Five Acres

WD49HQ

Langley Hill

WD48EW

Langley Crescent

WD49HG

Langley Hill

HP30XA

Kings Langley

WD48DE

Coniston Road

WD48ET

The Nap

WD49HD

Langley Hill

WD49HF

Archer Close

WD48HG

Gade Valley Close

WD48AH

Hempstead Road

WD48DF

Coniston Road

WD49LB

Barnes Lane

WD48JP

Church Lane

WD48EB

Great Park

WD48BB

Rucklers Lane

HP39TB

Ridgeway Close

WD49HE

Langley Hill

WD48AJ

Hempstead Road

HP30AS

The Courtyard

WD48JU

Church Lane

Data Sources

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