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About

Wheathampstead is a village located in Hertfordshire, just north of St Albans. It sits along the River Lea and is surrounded by green spaces, including the nearby Nomansland Common and Wheathampstead Meadow. The area has a mix of historic buildings and modern housing, with a traditional high street featuring local shops, pubs, and cafes.

The village has good transport links, with easy access to the A1(M) and regular bus services to St Albans and Luton. It is known for its community events, such as the annual Wheathampstead Music Festival. The area offers a balance of rural charm and convenience, with schools, sports facilities, and walking trails along the river and countryside.

Area overview

On average Wheathampstead has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wheathampstead is £59,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Wheathampstead: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

10/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Wheathampstead Population

6,716

Population density

258.4 per km²

Demographics

British

5,767

85.84%

Other White

323

4.81%

White and Asian (mixed)

1.25%

Irish

1.22%

Indian

1.06%

Total population: 6,718

Housing

Owns outright

1,109

41.85%

Owns with a mortgage

900

33.96%

Social rents from council

326

12.3%

Private landlord or letting agency

208

7.85%

Other social rented

2.64%

Total households: 2,650

Property prices in Wheathampstead

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £700,000 in Wheathampstead area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £2,700,000.

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 Wheathampstead over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	22	£917,500	£516,000	£839,375	£1,139,250	£1,725,500
Flats	8	£237,750	£134,000	£175,000	£248,500	£269,550
Semi-Detached	27	£725,000	£491,100	£588,750	£893,000	£1,640,000
Terraced	14	£517,000	£434,750	£471,250	£564,375	£684,375

10 years median price trend in Wheathampstead

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

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