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Wheathampstead

England / East of England / St Albans / Wheathampstead

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 42 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
42
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
11.6%
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)
84
1.25%
Irish
82
1.22%
Indian
71
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
70
2.64%
Total households: 2,650

Property prices in Wheathampstead

Based on 80 recent sales, the median property price is £727,500 in Wheathampstead area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £2,700,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached24£955,000
Flats8£226,250
Semi-Detached33£710,000
Terraced15£562,500

10 years price trend in Wheathampstead

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Data Sources

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