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Property Price Trends
Woodstock Road North, St Albans, Hertfordshire
AL1 4QF St. Albans District (B)
What are the historical property price trends?
Explore the yearly trends in property prices for the AL1 postcode district in the UK. Stay informed and make smart real estate decisions based on the accurate, analysed data.
Property Price Trends
AL1
Most Expensive Property
£37,320,000
244 Hatfield Road, AL1 4SU
Sold: 19 March 2024
Cheapest Property
£125,000
Cotsmoor 6 Granville Road, AL1 5BW
Sold: 08 February 2024
£591,000
The average house price in St Albans was £591,000 in November 2024 (provisional), up 5.0% from November 2023. This was higher than the rise in the East of England (2.0%) over the same period.
£1,829
Private rents rose to an average of £1,829 in December 2024, an annual increase of 9.4% from £1,672 in December 2023. This was higher than the rise in the East of England (8.4%) over the year.
£450,000
The average price paid by first-time buyers was £450,000 in November 2024 (provisional). This was 5.7% higher than the average of £426,000 in November 2023 (revised).
£607,000
For homes bought with a mortgage, the average house price was £607,000 in November 2024 (provisional). This was 5.0% higher than the average of £578,000 in November 2023 (revised).
Data last updated: 17 Feb 2025. Data extracted from ONS housing prices/rents: inflation and price indices by local authority (, E07000240). Rent estimates are provisional, and are for the latest 2 months.
Local House Price Trends
Have property prices been rising or falling in AL1 4QF?
The graph below shows the five-year capital growth figures for properties for the AL1 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 has shown consistent growth over the past few years. According to the latest data, the average house price in Hertfordshire is around £456,000, with popular areas such as St Albans (AL1, AL3) and Harpenden (AL5) commanding higher prices. The availability of properties in Hertfordshire is relatively good, with a range of options from small flats to large family homes. However, competition can be fierce in certain areas, so buyers should be prepared to act quickly.
For Renters:
Rent prices in Hertfordshire have also been on the rise, with the average rent for a one-bedroom property standing at around £950 per month. Popular rental areas include Watford (WD17, WD18), Hemel Hempstead (HP1, HP3), and Stevenage (SG1, SG2). The supply of rental properties in Hertfordshire is good, with options ranging from studio flats to detached houses. Renters should be aware that certain areas, especially those close to transport links, tend to have higher rents.
For Investors:
For investors looking to buy property in Hertfordshire, the market offers good potential for rental income and capital growth. Areas such as Welwyn Garden City (AL7), Hitchin (SG4), and Berkhamsted (HP4) are popular choices for investors, offering a mix of rental demand and property appreciation. The rental yield in Hertfordshire is currently around 4%, making it an attractive option for buy-to-let investors. However, investors should conduct thorough research into the local market and seek professional advice before making any investment decisions.
For Homebuyers:
For homebuyers in Hertfordshire, the property market has shown consistent growth over the past few years. According to the latest data, the average house price in Hertfordshire is around £456,000, with popular areas such as St Albans (AL1, AL3) and Harpenden (AL5) commanding higher prices. The availability of properties in Hertfordshire is relatively good, with a range of options from small flats to large family homes. However, competition can be fierce in certain areas, so buyers should be prepared to act quickly.
For Renters:
Rent prices in Hertfordshire have also been on the rise, with the average rent for a one-bedroom property standing at around £950 per month. Popular rental areas include Watford (WD17, WD18), Hemel Hempstead (HP1, HP3), and Stevenage (SG1, SG2). The supply of rental properties in Hertfordshire is good, with options ranging from studio flats to detached houses. Renters should be aware that certain areas, especially those close to transport links, tend to have higher rents.
For Investors:
For investors looking to buy property in Hertfordshire, the market offers good potential for rental income and capital growth. Areas such as Welwyn Garden City (AL7), Hitchin (SG4), and Berkhamsted (HP4) are popular choices for investors, offering a mix of rental demand and property appreciation. The rental yield in Hertfordshire is currently around 4%, making it an attractive option for buy-to-let investors. However, investors should conduct thorough research into the local market and seek professional advice before making any investment decisions.
Last updated on 31 Mar 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 AL1 4QF
Estimated yield for property investors
1.33%
Yield
The estimated yield for the AL1 4QF postcode area is 1.33%, compared to the national average yield of 3.8%.
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Property sales
What houses have been sold in AL1 4QF?
The recently sold properties table lists homes around AL1 4QF 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 November 2023 | £2,440,000 | 61 Battlefield Road, St Albans, AL1 4DB | Detached | Freehold |
| 12 August 2022 | £1,860,000 | 35b Lancaster Road, St Albans, AL1 4EP | Detached | Freehold |
| 07 March 2024 | £575,000 | 3 The Dell, St Albans, AL1 4HE | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 23 August 2021 | £205,000 | 79d Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL1 4JL | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 22 November 2023 | £860,000 | 148 Brampton Road, St Albans, AL1 4PY | Terraced | Freehold |
| 15 November 2023 | £1,100,000 | 110 Brampton Road, St Albans, AL1 4PY | Detached | Freehold |
| 08 December 2023 | £975,000 | 63 Brampton Road, St Albans, AL1 4QA | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 14 October 2022 | £1,305,000 | 40 Woodstock Road North, St Albans, AL1 4QF | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 19 March 2024 | £37,320,000 | 244 Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL1 4SU | Other | Freehold |
| 19 March 2024 | £37,320,000 | 244 Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL1 4SU | Other | Freehold |
| 10 July 2023 | £1,650,000 | 16 Charmouth Road, St Albans, AL1 4SW | Detached | Freehold |
| 11 December 2023 | £295,000 | 223 Flat 5 Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL1 4TB | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 03 November 2023 | £300,000 | 223 Flat 1 Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL1 4TB | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 24 November 2023 | £300,000 | 223 Flat 7 Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL1 4TB | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 15 December 2023 | £685,000 | 20 St Johns Court, St Albans, AL1 4TS | Terraced | Freehold |
| 29 February 2024 | £620,000 | 4 Garden Close, St Albans, AL1 4TX | Terraced | Freehold |
Nearby sold properties | ||||
| 29 November 2023 | £310,000 | 7 Colindale Avenue, St Albans, AL1 1JR | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 01 December 2023 | £625,000 | 48 Hart Road, St Albans, AL1 1NF | Terraced | Freehold |
| 26 October 2023 | £135,000 | Eleanor House, 232 31 London Road, St Albans, AL1 1NR | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 08 December 2023 | £740,000 | 23 Paxton Road, St Albans, AL1 1PF | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 07 October 2022 | £280,000 | 41 Abbots Park, St Albans, AL1 1TW | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 17 November 2023 | £641,000 | 1 Savoy Mews, St Albans, AL1 2AN | Terraced | Freehold |
| 22 November 2023 | £650,000 | 47 Maynard Drive, St Albans, AL1 2JX | Terraced | Freehold |
| 09 August 2023 | £160,000 | 2 Martyr Close, St Albans, AL1 2LL | Other | Freehold |
| 12 January 2024 | £435,000 | 14 Howland Garth, St Albans, AL1 2NY | Terraced | Freehold |
| 19 December 2022 | £850,000 | 7 Butt Field View, St Albans, AL1 2QL | Detached | Freehold |
| 26 February 2024 | £925,000 | 35 Robert Avenue, St Albans, AL1 2QW | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 15 February 2022 | £900,000 | 1 Alma Road, St Albans, AL1 3AR | Semi-Detached | Leasehold |
| 11 December 2023 | £322,500 | 15b Alma Road, St Albans, AL1 3AR | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 05 October 2022 | £950,000 | 43 Gabriel Square, St Albans, AL1 3AS | Terraced | Leasehold |
| 10 June 2022 | £1,037,500 | 72 Gabriel Square, St Albans, AL1 3AS | Terraced | Leasehold |
| 12 May 2022 | £959,500 | 42 Gabriel Square, St Albans, AL1 3AS | Terraced | Leasehold |
| 25 May 2022 | £919,500 | 41 Gabriel Square, St Albans, AL1 3AS | Terraced | Leasehold |
| 12 December 2023 | £1,000,000 | 71 Gabriel Square, St Albans, AL1 3AS | Terraced | Leasehold |
| 22 March 2024 | £515,000 | 15 Alexandra Road, St Albans, AL1 3AU | Terraced | Freehold |
| 27 January 2023 | £270,000 | Serra House 40 Charrington Place, St Albans, AL1 3FU | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 03 November 2023 | £253,330 | Vita House 1 Charrington Place, St Albans, AL1 3GX | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 04 August 2023 | £205,000 | 3 Beaumonds, St Albans, AL1 3NL | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 25 November 2022 | £662,000 | Midland Place, 146 1 Victoria Street, St Albans, AL1 3TB | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 01 December 2023 | £850,000 | 19 Upper Lattimore Road, St Albans, AL1 3UD | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 30 November 2023 | £315,000 | Lattimore House, 21 Flat 1 Lattimore Road, St Albans, AL1 3XL | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 14 February 2024 | £222,500 | 37 Davis Court, St Albans, AL1 3XU | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 14 December 2023 | £170,000 | 61 Davis Court, St Albans, AL1 3XU | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 16 June 2023 | £310,000 | 7a Flat 3 Chequer Street, St Albans, AL1 3YJ | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 08 February 2024 | £125,000 | Cotsmoor 6 Granville Road, St Albans, AL1 5BW | Flat/Maisonette | Freehold |
| 20 November 2023 | £515,000 | 11 Camp Road, St Albans, AL1 5DX | Terraced | Freehold |
| 13 October 2023 | £1,000,000 | 1 Breakspear Avenue, St Albans, AL1 5EJ | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 30 June 2023 | £3,379,459 | 130 Ashley Road, St Albans, AL1 5JR | Other | Freehold |
| 28 March 2023 | £417,000 | 153 Camp Road, St Albans, AL1 5LZ | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 04 April 2023 | £410,000 | 151 Camp Road, St Albans, AL1 5LZ | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 27 September 2023 | £400,000 | 253 Cell Barnes Lane, St Albans, AL1 5PZ | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 19 October 2023 | £595,000 | 52 Rodney Avenue, St Albans, AL1 5SU | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
Please note that house prices for properties sold in and around AL1 4QF 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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