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Martins Wood

About

Martins Wood is a residential ward located in the northern part of Stevenage, Hertfordshire. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is bordered by the A1(M) motorway to the west and the Stevenage Leisure Park to the south, providing easy access to amenities and transport links. The ward includes Martins Wood Primary School and several green spaces, such as Martins Wood Park, which offers playgrounds and open areas for recreation.

The ward is part of the larger Martins Wood and Broadwater electoral division and has a community-focused atmosphere. Local facilities include a small shopping parade with convenience stores and takeaways, catering to daily needs. Public transport links connect the area to Stevenage town centre and surrounding neighbourhoods. Martins Wood is known for its quiet, suburban character, with a mix of families and long-term residents. The nearby Fairlands Valley Park provides additional outdoor space for walking and leisure activities.

Area overview

On average Martins Wood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 78 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Martins Wood is £44,680 per year. There are 3 schools in Martins Wood: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Martins Wood

Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Martins Wood area, with individual transactions ranging from £78,750 up to £605,000.

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 Martins Wood over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	1	£475,000	£475,000	£475,000	£475,000	£475,000
Flats	9	£160,000	£105,250	£155,000	£172,500	£210,000
Semi-Detached	5	£480,000	£213,000	£345,000	£532,500	£590,500
Terraced	40	£330,000	£259,500	£315,000	£357,375	£390,250

10 years median price trend in Martins Wood

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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