How many households are in Knightsfield?

There are 2,398 households in Knightsfield

What home types are most common in Knightsfield?

Housing mix: terraced 40.5%, semi-detached 25.9%.

What's the Knightsfield population and density?

Knightsfield population is 5,971 with density 1934.1 per km².

What's the average income in Knightsfield?

Average resident income is about £58,100 per year.

How safe is Knightsfield?

Crime level in Knightsfield is moderate with about 50 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How much social housing is near Knightsfield?

About 18.9% across the Knightsfield area.

What are house prices in Knightsfield?

Based on 60 recent sales, the median price is £451,250.

How deprived is Knightsfield?

Deprivation score 2/10 (rank 26575 of 32844 in country).

What are prices by property type in Knightsfield?

Latest medians: Detached £982,500, Semi-detached £675,000, Terraced £392,500, Flats £275,000.

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Q: What schools in Knightsfield and how are they rated?

There are 5 schools in Knightsfield: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / East of England / Welwyn Hatfield / Knightsfield

About

Knightsfield is a residential area in Welwyn Hatfield, located near the town of Welwyn Garden City. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. It is close to local amenities, including schools, shops, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and commuters.

The area is well-connected, with easy access to the A1(M) and Welwyn Garden City railway station, providing links to London and other parts of Hertfordshire. Nearby green spaces like Knightsfield Recreation Ground offer outdoor leisure opportunities. The neighbourhood has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on community and convenience.

Area overview

On average Knightsfield has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 50 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Knightsfield is £58,100 per year. There are 5 schools in Knightsfield: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

9/10

Social housing

18.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Knightsfield Population

5,971

Population density

1,934.1 per km²

Demographics

British

4,748

79.56%

Other White

393

6.59%

Indian

110

1.84%

White and Asian (mixed)

102

1.71%

Other Asian

1.51%

Total population: 5,968

Housing

Owns outright

870

36.28%

Owns with a mortgage

768

32.03%

Social rents from council

495

20.64%

Private landlord or letting agency

181

7.55%

Other social rented

1.79%

Total households: 2,398

Property prices in Knightsfield

Based on 60 recent sales, the median property price is £451,250 in Knightsfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £177,500 up to £1,340,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	8	£982,500	£730,250	£747,500	£1,270,000	£1,326,000
Flats	7	£275,000	£228,650	£248,500	£290,000	£314,000
Semi-Detached	19	£675,000	£372,600	£565,000	£755,500	£858,500
Terraced	26	£392,500	£317,875	£376,250	£436,375	£615,000

10 years price trend in Knightsfield

All postcodes in Knightsfield

AL87PZ

Walden Road

AL87RA

Knightsfield

AL87AE

Burycroft

AL87PH

Blakemere Road

AL87RT

Pentley Park

AL87SF

Pentley Park

AL87PU

The Vineyard

AL87QU

Cherry Croft

AL87SL

Pentley Park

AL87AT

Monks Rise

AL87AL

Byfield

AL87PW

Coneydale

AL87QS

Oakdale

AL87AJ

Harwood Hill

AL87QW

Oakdale

AL87AW

Burycroft

AL87EN

Uplands

AL87PY

The Vineyard

AL87AX

Rectory Road

AL87HR

Rayfield

AL87RF

Hitherway

AL87ST

Harwood Close

AL87AF

Digswell Road

AL87ED

Crossway

AL87NJ

Crossway

AL87PP

Digswell Rise

AL69AL

Digswell Hill

AL87LD

Sherrardspark Road

AL87NR

Redwoods

AL87PF

Walden Place

AL87QP

Oakdale

AL87EB

Crossway

AL87EP

Monkswood

AL87HF

Ingles

AL87JX

Densley Close

AL87NF

Fern Grove

AL87PT

Digswell Rise

AL87JQ

Scholars Mews

AL87JT

Mandeville Rise

AL87NQ

Crossway

AL87QR

Corn Mead

AL87QJ

Summer Dale

AL87EL

Mayfield

AL87HH

Ashcombe

AL87HU

The Lawns

AL69AH

Digswell Hill

AL87QL

Knightsfield

AL87HG

Ingles

AL87NL

Knightsfield

AL87NX

Monks Rise

AL87QN

Malmsdale

AL87RD

Kirklands

AL87RL

Ingles

AL60BS

Hertford Road

AL87HB

Knightsfield

AL87HT

Templewood

AL87PA

Blakemere Road

AL87RG

Hitherway

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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