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About

St Peters ward is located in the northwest of St Albans, Hertfordshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including Victorian terraces, semi-detached homes, and modern developments. It is bordered by Verulamium Park to the south, offering green space and historical landmarks like the Roman ruins. The ward includes parts of the city centre, providing easy access to shops, restaurants, and transport links.

The local community is served by several schools, including St Peter’s School, and has a strong sense of neighbourhood identity. The area is well-connected, with St Albans City railway station nearby, offering direct services to London. St Peters also features quiet streets and a blend of urban and suburban living, making it a practical choice for families and commuters. The ward’s proximity to both the city centre and open spaces adds to its appeal.

Area overview

On average St Peters has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 162 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St Peters is £77,600 per year. There are 4 schools in St Peters: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
162
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
13.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

St Peters Population
8,445
Population density
7,275.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,462
64.66%
Other White
1,253
14.83%
Irish
237
2.81%
Indian
216
2.56%
White and Asian (mixed)
158
1.87%
Total population: 8,447

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,495
36.52%
Owns with a mortgage
1,209
29.53%
Owns outright
758
18.51%
Other social rented
320
7.82%
Social rents from council
212
5.18%
Total households: 4,094

Property prices in St Peters

Based on 179 recent sales, the median property price is £475,000 in St Peters area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £1,572,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for St Peters in the 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 St Peters over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£915,000
Flats94£356,500
Semi-Detached18£916,250
Terraced64£702,500

10 years median price trend in St Peters

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in St Peters.

Data Sources

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