About Bernards Heath

Bernards Heath is a residential area located in Hertfordshire, within the AL3 postcode region of England. It lies to the west of the town of St Albans and is characterised by a mix of modern housing developments and open green spaces. The area is well-connected by road, with the A10 and A1100 providing access to nearby towns and cities. Local amenities include a range of shops, schools, and recreational facilities, making it a convenient place to live for families and commuters alike. The surrounding countryside offers walking and cycling opportunities, with several parks and nature reserves nearby. Bernards Heath benefits from good transport links, including regular bus services and proximity to St Albans railway station, which connects to London and other major destinations. The community is known for its welcoming atmosphere and strong local networks.

School Ratings in Bernards Heath

Bernards Heath is served by 121 schools. SA4 Redbourn and Villages Family Centre and St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bernards Heath

Property prices average £664K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £566K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bernards Heath

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bernards Heath, with 20 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bernards Heath

Bernards Heath falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bernards Heath

Most properties in Bernards Heath can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,947 sales

Average Price £664K
£1K — £9.22M
Detached £963K 728
Semi £674K 909
Terraced £566K 1,531
Flat £360K 578

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

67 Primary
16 Secondary
38 Other
Bernards Heath Junior School Primary Good 138 yards Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.2 miles Heathlands School Outstanding 0.2 miles Garden Fields Junior Mixed and Infant School Primary 0.4 miles St Albans High School for Girls 0.5 miles St Albans Girls' School Secondary 0.5 miles Maple Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Batchwood School Good 0.5 miles Alban City School Primary Good 0.7 miles Loreto College Secondary 0.7 miles Verulam School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School Primary Good 0.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bernards Heath IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Bernards Heath among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,638 Children (0-15) 20%
28,233 Working Age 60%
11,708 Older (60+) 25%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bernards Heath 110 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Bernards Heath falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

34 Violence & Sexual Offences
20 Anti-Social Behaviour
15 Other Theft
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Vehicle Crime
7 Drugs
5 Public Order
4 Shoplifting
3 Weapons
2 Robbery
2 Other Crime
1 Burglary
Local Policing
Hertfordshire St Albans Central, North and West Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

St Albans City Train Station 0.8 miles
St Albans Abbey Train Station 1.4 miles
Park Street Train Station 3.1 miles
How Wood (Hertfordshire) Train Station 3.1 miles
Harpenden Train Station 3.7 miles
Bricket Wood Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Townsend 0.6 miles Marshalswick 0.6 miles St Albans 0.6 miles New Greens 0.9 miles Fleetville 0.9 miles Childwick Green 1.4 miles The Camp 1.4 miles St Stephens 1.8 miles Childwick Bury 1.8 miles Sandridge 1.8 miles Sopwell 1.9 miles St Julians 2 miles

Local Government

District St Albans
County Hertfordshire
Ward Verulam
Constituency St Albans
Parish St Albans, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in AL3 30 shown View all streets

A5183 1 Abbey Avenue 4 Abbey Mill End 4 Abbey Mill Lane 2 Abbey View Road 2 Adelaide Street 5 Akeman Close 1 Alban Avenue 3 Albert Street 1 Allandale 1 Alverton 1 Antonine gate 3 Aquis Court 1 Arretine Close 1 Artisan Crescent 2 Ashwell Street 2 Aubrey Lane 2 Augustus Close 1 Avenue Road 1 Avocet Close 1 Ayres End Lane 1 Aysgarth Road 2 B4540 3 Bartholomew Green 2 Bassett Close 1 Batchwood Drive 4 Batchwood Gardens 1 Batchwood View 3 Beaumont Hall Lane 1 Beckett's Avenue 1

Postcodes in AL3 50 shown View all postcodes

AL3 4AA AL3 4AB AL3 4AD AL3 4AE AL3 4AF AL3 4AH AL3 4AJ AL3 4AL AL3 4AP AL3 4AR AL3 4AS AL3 4AT AL3 4AU AL3 4AW AL3 4AY AL3 4AZ AL3 4BA AL3 4BB AL3 4BD AL3 4BG AL3 4BH AL3 4BJ AL3 4BL AL3 4BN AL3 4BQ AL3 4BY AL3 4BZ AL3 4DA AL3 4DD AL3 4DE AL3 4DG AL3 4DH AL3 4DJ AL3 4DL AL3 4DN AL3 4DP AL3 4DQ AL3 4DR AL3 4DW AL3 4EA AL3 4EB AL3 4ED AL3 4EH AL3 4EL AL3 4EP AL3 4ER AL3 4ES AL3 4ET AL3 4EW AL3 4EZ