About Childwick Green

Childwick Green is a small village located in Hertfordshire, within the AL3 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of St Albans and is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English countryside. The village features a mix of residential properties, including some historic homes, and is surrounded by open fields and woodland. There is a local pub and a small church, contributing to the community's sense of place. The area is well-connected by road, with the A1(M) motorway nearby, making it accessible for commuting. Childwick Green retains a quiet, village atmosphere despite its proximity to larger urban centres. It is a peaceful place to live, with a strong sense of local identity and a close-knit community.

School Ratings in Childwick Green

Families in Childwick Green have access to 109 local 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 Childwick Green

Homes sell for an average of £664K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £566K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Childwick Green

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Childwick Green, with 20 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Childwick Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Childwick Green among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Childwick Green

Childwick Green benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

Deprivation and Employment in Childwick Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Childwick Green experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

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 Childwick Green 110 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Childwick Green are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

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
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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 2.1 miles
Harpenden Train Station 2.4 miles
St Albans Abbey Train Station 2.5 miles
Park Street Train Station 4.4 miles
How Wood (Hertfordshire) Train Station 4.4 miles
Bricket Wood Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Local Government

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