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Shephall

England / East of England / Stevenage / Shephall

About

Shephall is a residential area located in the eastern part of Stevenage, Hertfordshire. The neighborhood features a mix of housing, including post-war homes and more modern developments. It is situated near the A1(M) motorway, providing easy access to nearby towns and London. Local amenities include Shephall Park, a green space with playgrounds and sports facilities, as well as a community center serving residents.

The area is home to several schools, including Shephall Primary School, catering to families in the neighborhood. Public transport links include bus routes connecting Shephall to Stevenage town center and surrounding areas. The nearby Roaring Meg Retail Park offers shopping and leisure options. Shephall maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere while being close to Stevenage’s larger employment and retail hubs.

Area overview

On average Shephall has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 34.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shephall is £46,400 per year. There are 5 schools in Shephall: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
87
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
34.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Shephall Population
6,474
Population density
3,817 per km²

Demographics

British
4,868
75.19%
Other White
466
7.2%
African
250
3.86%
Indian
132
2.04%
Other Asian
123
1.9%
Total population: 6,474

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
805
32.29%
Social rents from council
786
31.53%
Owns outright
552
22.14%
Private landlord or letting agency
233
9.35%
Other social rented
72
2.89%
Total households: 2,493

Property prices in Shephall

Based on 53 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Shephall area, with individual transactions ranging from £190,000 up to £462,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£372,500
Flats2£191,000
Semi-Detached9£350,000
Terraced41£318,000

10 years price trend in Shephall

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Data Sources

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