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Property Price Trends
AL8 6HB
What are the historical property price trends?
Explore the yearly trends in property prices for the AL8 postcode district in the UK. Stay informed and make smart real estate decisions based on the accurate, analysed data.
Property Price Trends
AL8
Most Expensive Property
£1,300,000
39 Reddings, AL8 7LA
Sold: 20 November 2023
Cheapest Property
£2,500
Digswell Court Digswell Rise, AL8 7PR
Sold: 16 February 2024
£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 AL8 6HB?
The graph below shows the five-year capital growth figures for properties for the AL8 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 AL8 6HB
Estimated yield for property investors
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Yield
The estimated yield for the AL8 6HB postcode area is %, compared to the national average yield of 3.8%.
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Property sales
What houses have been sold in AL8 6HB?
The recently sold properties table lists homes around AL8 6HB 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 November 2021 | £278,000 | 8 Flat 2 Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6BQ | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 13 March 2024 | £275,000 | Peel Court 2 College Way, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6DG | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 26 May 2021 | £330,000 | Fountain House Flat 22 Parkway, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6DS | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 09 November 2023 | £640,000 | 4 Hobbs Way, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6HX | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 13 March 2024 | £610,000 | 14 Broadfield Place, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6LJ | Detached | Leasehold |
| 26 February 2024 | £456,000 | 54 Guessens Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6RH | Terraced | Freehold |
| 29 October 2021 | £253,500 | 40 Barnside Court, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6TL | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 24 May 2022 | £265,000 | 13 Barnside Court, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6TL | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 30 November 2020 | £205,000 | 55 Barnside Court, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6TN | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 02 March 2022 | £245,000 | 53 Barnside Court, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6TN | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 06 March 2024 | £450,000 | 15 Downfields, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6XR | Terraced | Freehold |
| 25 August 2023 | £485,000 | 19 Burycroft, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7AW | Terraced | Freehold |
| 11 December 2023 | £820,000 | 66 Valley Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7DN | Detached | Freehold |
| 14 December 2023 | £680,000 | 13 Crossway, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7ED | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 01 March 2024 | £425,000 | 14 Picketts, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7HJ | Terraced | Freehold |
| 20 November 2023 | £1,300,000 | 39 Reddings, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7LA | Detached | Leasehold |
| 21 July 2023 | £820,000 | 20 Reddings, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7LA | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 15 March 2024 | £700,000 | 43 Blakemere Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7PQ | Semi-Detached | Leasehold |
| 17 November 2022 | £810,000 | 47 Blakemere Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7PQ | Semi-Detached | Leasehold |
| 15 March 2024 | £700,000 | 43 Blakemere Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7PQ | Semi-Detached | Leasehold |
| 16 February 2024 | £2,500 | Digswell Court Digswell Rise, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7PR | Other | Freehold |
| 28 February 2024 | £260,000 | 5 Maidensfield, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7RL | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
Please note that house prices for properties sold in and around AL8 6HB 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.
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