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Marshalswick West

About

Marshalswick West is a residential ward situated to the north of St Albans city centre. The area is characterised by quiet, tree-lined streets and a mix of housing, primarily from the mid-20th century. Its layout is orderly, with local shopping parades providing essential services for the community. The ward is bordered by open farmland to the north, contributing to a sense of space.

The area is served by several local schools and is in proximity to the mainline railway station for London commutes. A notable local feature is the presence of the ancient Nomansland Common on its fringe, a large area of grassland and woodland used for recreation. The overall atmosphere is settled and suburban, with a focus on community and family life.

Area overview

On average Marshalswick West has very low deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 7.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Marshalswick West is £86,953 per year. There are 3 schools in Marshalswick West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

1/10

Income level

10/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Marshalswick West

Based on 45 recent sales, the median property price is £879,550 in Marshalswick West area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £2,950,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Marshalswick West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	11	£1,400,000	£637,500	£1,192,500	£2,400,000	£2,812,500
Flats	7	£312,500	£206,750	£238,750	£385,000	£560,000
Semi-Detached	23	£900,000	£611,000	£765,000	£975,000	£1,295,000
Terraced	4	£472,500	£410,000	£410,000	£568,375	£648,475

10 years median price trend in Marshalswick West

Data Sources

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

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