Postcode HP2 5BD is located in a major urban area, within the Hemel Hempstead Town ward of Dacorum in the East of England region , and forms part of the Gadebridge & Old Town area. It has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 207.8 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income of residents in Gadebridge & Old Town is £50,200 per year. The nearest station is Hemel Hempstead located about 1.4 miles away. There are 14 primary and 3 secondary schools in the area. There are 5 parks nearby, closest large park is Keen Fields.
Gadebridge & Old Town has a moderate level of deprivation, ranked at position 14,326 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 44% most deprived areas in England.
Gadebridge & Old Town has a very high crime rate, with approximately 207.8 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 29.9% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 23.5% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income of residents in Gadebridge & Old Town is £50,200 per year.
No significant noise sources from railways or roads near HP2 5BD.
Gadebridge & Old Town near HP2 5BD has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
Based on 70 recent sales, the median property price is £332,000 in Hemel Hempstead Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £107,500 up to £880,000.
Price per property type (last year)
Price per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 5 | £595,000 |
| Flats | 31 | £195,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 16 | £440,000 |
| Terraced | 18 | £376,250 |
10 years price trend in Hemel Hempstead Town
In the HP2 5BD postcode area, located within Gadebridge & Old Town, there are 14 primary and 3 secondary schools in close proximity.
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.