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Northchurch & Potten End

About

Northchurch and Potten End are neighbouring settlements within the Dacorum district, situated to the west of Berkhamsted. The area is characterised by a mix of residential streets and areas of open countryside, with the Grand Union Canal running through Northchurch. Housing includes a blend of older cottages and more modern developments, set among roads that follow the local topography.

The landscape features woodland and common land, such as Northchurch Common and the meadows near the canal. A notable local landmark is the 12th-century St Mary's Church in Northchurch, which stands on a site of ancient Christian worship. The area maintains a quiet, village-like atmosphere despite its proximity to larger towns.

Area overview

On average Northchurch & Potten End has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 28 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Northchurch & Potten End is £72,193 per year. There are 4 schools in Northchurch & Potten End: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Northchurch & Potten End is home to around 5,532 people, with a population density of about 165.5 per km2.

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Northchurch & Potten End Population

5,532

Population density

165.5 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

9.4(-70%)

Anti-social behaviour

6.87(-41%)

Criminal damage and arson

4.52(-29%)

Shoplifting

4.34(-37%)

Burglary

3.98(+43%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

4,959

89.59%

Other White

202

3.65%

Irish

1.63%

Indian

1.08%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.92%

Total population: 5,535

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

2,137

46.78%

Level 3 (A level)

674

14.75%

No qualifications

594

13%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

556

12.17%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

308

6.74%

Total 16+ residents: 4,568

Housing

Owns outright

1,115

46.52%

Owns with a mortgage

771

32.17%

Social rents from council

192

8.01%

Private landlord or letting agency

172

7.18%

Other social rented

3.21%

Total households: 2,397

Property prices in Northchurch & Potten End

Based on 53 recent sales, the median property price is £630,000 in Northchurch & Potten End area, with individual transactions ranging from £215,000 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 Northchurch & Potten End over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	2	£244,000	£217,900	£229,500	£258,500	£270,100
Detached	20	£943,750	£523,500	£698,750	£1,287,500	£2,650,750
Semi-Detached	14	£615,000	£380,500	£525,000	£1,075,000	£1,431,750
Terraced	17	£450,000	£314,400	£335,000	£620,000	£1,442,500

10 years median price trend in Northchurch & Potten End

All postcodes in Northchurch & Potten End

HP41NJ

New Road

HP43TD

Hamberlins Lane

HP43SL

Home Farm Road

HP43RJ

Darrs Lane

HP41QP

Hudnall Corner

HP41PB

Gatesdene Close

HP43TX

The Larches

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