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Property Price Trends
Whitehill, Welwyn, Hertfordshire
AL6 9AR Welwyn Hatfield District
What are the historical property price trends?
Explore the yearly trends in property prices for the AL6 postcode district in the UK. Stay informed and make smart real estate decisions based on the accurate, analysed data.
Property Price Trends
AL6
Most Expensive Property
£1,600,000
West Manor House Ellesfield, AL6 9HB
Sold: 12 May 2023
Cheapest Property
£200,000
Orchard House Oaklea, AL6 0PT
Sold: 21 February 2019
£420,000
The average house price in Welwyn Hatfield was £420,000 in November 2024 (provisional), down slightly 1.2% from November 2023. Across the East of England, the average house price rose slightly by 2.0% over the same period.
£1,384
Private rents rose to an average of £1,384 in December 2024, an annual increase of 5.8% from £1,308 in December 2023. This was lower than the rise in the East of England (8.4%) over the year.
£342,000
The average price paid by first-time buyers was £342,000 in November 2024 (provisional). This was in line with the average in November 2023 (revised).
£421,000
For homes bought with a mortgage, the average house price was £421,000 in November 2024 (provisional). This was similar to the average in November 2023 (revised).
Data last updated: 17 Feb 2025. Data extracted from ONS housing prices/rents: inflation and price indices by local authority (, E07000241). Rent estimates are provisional, and are for the latest 2 months.
Local House Price Trends
Have property prices been rising or falling in AL6 9AR?
The graph below shows the five-year capital growth figures for properties for the AL6 postcode district. Figures show year-on-year capital growth and not accumulative growth over the five-year period.
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Regional Property Analysis
What trends is the property market seeing in Hertfordshire?
For Homebuyers
For homebuyers in Hertfordshire, the property market continues to show steady growth. House prices in sought-after areas such as St Albans (AL1, AL2) and Harpenden (AL5) have seen an increase of 3.5% in the past year, with the average price for a detached house standing at £820,000. The availability of properties in these areas is limited, with high demand driving prices up. For those looking for more affordable options, towns like Hemel Hempstead (HP1, HP2) and Watford (WD17, WD18) offer good value for money, with average house prices at around £400,000. Overall, Hertfordshire remains a popular choice for homebuyers due to its excellent schools, transport links, and proximity to London.
For Renters
Rent prices in Hertfordshire have remained relatively stable, with an average monthly rent of £1,200 for a 2-bedroom property. Areas such as Hitchin (SG4) and Stevenage (SG1, SG2) offer affordable rental options, with prices starting at £800 per month. However, rental availability in popular areas like Berkhamsted (HP4) and Bishop's Stortford (CM23) is limited, leading to higher rental prices. For renters looking for a good balance of affordability and amenities, towns like Hatfield (AL10) and Letchworth Garden City (SG6) are good options to consider. Overall, the rental market in Hertfordshire caters to a wide range of budgets and preferences.
For Investors
Investors in Hertfordshire have seen steady returns on their investments, with rental yields averaging around 4%. Areas like Welwyn Garden City (AL7) and Hertford (SG14) offer good rental yields due to high demand from tenants. The availability of buy-to-let properties in these areas is relatively good, with prices ranging from £200,000 to £400,000 for a 1-bedroom or 2-bedroom property. For investors looking for capital growth, areas like Rickmansworth (WD3) and Cheshunt (EN8) have shown promising price appreciation over the past year. Overall, Hertfordshire remains an attractive option for investors looking for a stable rental market and potential for long-term growth.
For Homebuyers
For homebuyers in Hertfordshire, the property market continues to show steady growth. House prices in sought-after areas such as St Albans (AL1, AL2) and Harpenden (AL5) have seen an increase of 3.5% in the past year, with the average price for a detached house standing at £820,000. The availability of properties in these areas is limited, with high demand driving prices up. For those looking for more affordable options, towns like Hemel Hempstead (HP1, HP2) and Watford (WD17, WD18) offer good value for money, with average house prices at around £400,000. Overall, Hertfordshire remains a popular choice for homebuyers due to its excellent schools, transport links, and proximity to London.
For Renters
Rent prices in Hertfordshire have remained relatively stable, with an average monthly rent of £1,200 for a 2-bedroom property. Areas such as Hitchin (SG4) and Stevenage (SG1, SG2) offer affordable rental options, with prices starting at £800 per month. However, rental availability in popular areas like Berkhamsted (HP4) and Bishop's Stortford (CM23) is limited, leading to higher rental prices. For renters looking for a good balance of affordability and amenities, towns like Hatfield (AL10) and Letchworth Garden City (SG6) are good options to consider. Overall, the rental market in Hertfordshire caters to a wide range of budgets and preferences.
For Investors
Investors in Hertfordshire have seen steady returns on their investments, with rental yields averaging around 4%. Areas like Welwyn Garden City (AL7) and Hertford (SG14) offer good rental yields due to high demand from tenants. The availability of buy-to-let properties in these areas is relatively good, with prices ranging from £200,000 to £400,000 for a 1-bedroom or 2-bedroom property. For investors looking for capital growth, areas like Rickmansworth (WD3) and Cheshunt (EN8) have shown promising price appreciation over the past year. Overall, Hertfordshire remains an attractive option for investors looking for a stable rental market and potential for long-term growth.
Last updated on 31 Jul 2025. Property market analysis is based on official data, and interpreted using neural networks (machine learning model), and subject to our Terms and Conditions.
Yield for AL6 9AR
Estimated yield for property investors
2.87%
Yield
The estimated yield for the AL6 9AR postcode area is 2.87%, compared to the national average yield of 3.8%.
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Use this graph to view the housing affordability ratio data, as well as median house prices and household earnings in England and Wales, from 1997-2024.
Property sales
What houses have been sold in AL6 9AR?
The recently sold properties table lists homes around AL6 9AR that have been recorded by HM Land Registry, and their sold prices.
Price paid information is not personal, but property-related information. All commercial transactions, sales that have not been lodged with HM Land Registry or sales that were not for full market value are excluded.
| Date | Price | Property Address | Property Type | Estate Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 November 2023 | £690,000 | Danesbury Appeal Shop High Street, Welwyn, AL6 9EG | Other | Freehold |
| 22 September 2023 | £232,500 | 89 Node Way Gardens, Welwyn, AL6 9FD | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 02 December 2022 | £925,000 | 7 Guessens Mews, Welwyn, AL6 9GS | Detached | Freehold |
| 19 February 2024 | £645,000 | 5 Mimram Road, Welwyn, AL6 9HA | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 12 May 2023 | £1,600,000 | West Manor House Ellesfield, Welwyn, AL6 9HB | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 17 August 2020 | £645,000 | 7a Wendover Drive, Welwyn, AL6 9LT | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 31 January 2008 | £475,000 | 7a Wendover Drive, Welwyn, AL6 9LT | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 18 November 2022 | £1,020,000 | 7 Wendover Drive, Welwyn, AL6 9LT | Detached | Freehold |
| 04 May 2023 | £1,025,000 | 7a Wendover Drive, Welwyn, AL6 9LT | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 06 August 2019 | £616,000 | 6a Elmoor Avenue, Welwyn, AL6 9PA | Detached | Freehold |
| 08 December 2022 | £775,000 | 6b Elmoor Avenue, Welwyn, AL6 9PA | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 03 April 2023 | £745,000 | 6a Elmoor Avenue, Welwyn, AL6 9PA | Detached | Freehold |
| 23 February 2024 | £580,000 | 26 Glebe Road, Welwyn, AL6 9PB | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 01 December 2023 | £490,000 | 11 Elmoor Close, Welwyn, AL6 9PF | Detached | Freehold |
| 19 October 2023 | £250,000 | Cardens Gardens Danesbury Park Road, Welwyn, AL6 9SN | Other | Freehold |
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| 05 December 2023 | £745,000 | 10 Woodside Road, Welwyn, AL6 0DR | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 21 February 2019 | £200,000 | Orchard House Oaklea, Welwyn, AL6 0PT | Other | Freehold |
| 06 December 2023 | £970,000 | 9 Mardley Wood, Welwyn, AL6 0UY | Detached | Freehold |
Please note that house prices for properties sold in and around AL6 9AR during this period do not reflect current values of properties in this postcode area, they are the prices paid at the time of sale. Prices paid is property price data for single residential property sales in England and Wales, sold on the market at full market value, and lodged with the Land Registry for registration.
For more information about the statistical data sets contained on this page, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/statistical-data-sets.
Average monthly mortgage payments
Data on this page contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Property data and analysis from PropertyData.co.uk.
Statistical Data Sets
Statistics extracted are from the UK House Price Index, published each month from HM Land Registry, and broken down into Country, Region, and County level.
All content is available under the Open Government Licence v3.0, except where otherwise stated
