About Haldens

Haldens is a residential area located in Hertfordshire, England, within the postcode area AL7. It is primarily a suburban neighbourhood, offering a mix of housing options that cater to families and professionals. The area features several local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for everyday living. Transport links are accessible, with nearby bus routes and train stations providing connections to larger towns and cities. Haldens is situated close to the town of Welwyn Garden City, allowing residents to enjoy additional facilities and services. The surrounding green spaces offer opportunities for outdoor activities, contributing to a pleasant environment for those who live there.

School Ratings in Haldens

Haldens is served by 77 schools. Ludwick Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Haldens

Property prices average £376K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £249K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Haldens

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Haldens, with 68 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Haldens

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Haldens falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Haldens

Most properties in Haldens 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 4,942 sales

Average Price £376K
£1K — £13.7M
Detached £575K 379
Semi £432K 697
Terraced £389K 1,798
Flat £249K 1,933

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

47 Primary
6 Secondary
24 Other
Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.2 miles St John's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Homerswood Primary and Nursery School Primary 0.4 miles WH3 Waterside Family Centre Good 0.4 miles Waterside Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles The Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Templewood Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Knightsfield School Outstanding 0.7 miles Monk's Walk School Secondary Good 0.8 miles Sherrardswood School 1 miles Panshanger Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles WH1 Tenterfield Family Centre Outstanding 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Haldens IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Haldens in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
8/10
8,750 Children (0-15) 20%
27,264 Working Age 64%
8,982 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.7% 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 Haldens 351 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Haldens is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

113 Violence & Sexual Offences
68 Anti-Social Behaviour
61 Shoplifting
25 Criminal Damage & Arson
24 Vehicle Crime
12 Drugs
11 Burglary
10 Other Theft
10 Public Order
6 Other Crime
4 Bicycle Theft
4 Robbery
3 Weapons
Local Policing
Hertfordshire Welwyn Hatfield North 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

Welwyn North Train Station 0.8 miles
Welwyn Garden City Train Station 1 miles
Knebworth Train Station 3.5 miles
Hatfield (Herts) Train Station 3.7 miles
Watton-At-Stone Train Station 4.4 miles
Hertford North Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Digswell Park 0.6 miles Digswell Water 0.6 miles Welwyn Garden City 0.6 miles Sherrardspark 0.9 miles Panshanger 0.9 miles Digswell 0.9 miles The Frythe 1.2 miles Peartree 1.2 miles Handside 1.4 miles Harmer Green 1.4 miles Danesbury 1.4 miles Burnham Green 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Welwyn Hatfield
County Hertfordshire
Ward Peartree
Constituency Welwyn Hatfield
Parish Welwyn Hatfield, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in AL7 30 shown View all streets

A1000 57 Alconbury 1 Aldbury Grove 1 Aldock 2 Amwell Common 1 Andrewsfield 1 Appletree Way 1 Archers Ride 2 Archfield 1 Ascots Lane 2 Aspen Way 1 Athelstan Walk North 1 Autumn Grove 1 Bader Close 2 Bakers Grove 3 Baldwins 1 Barnard Green 1 Barndicott 2 Barnfield Road 1 Barrington Mews 1 Bartlett Close 2 Bassingburn Walk 1 Batford Close 1 Beauchamps 2 Bedwell Close 1 Beechfield Road 2 Beehive Green 2 Beehive Lane 5 Bennett Close 1 Bericot Way 1

Postcodes in AL7 50 shown View all postcodes

AL7 1AA AL7 1AB AL7 1AD AL7 1AH AL7 1AJ AL7 1AN AL7 1AP AL7 1AS AL7 1AU AL7 1AX AL7 1AY AL7 1BA AL7 1BD AL7 1BH AL7 1BJ AL7 1BQ AL7 1BS AL7 1BW AL7 1BX AL7 1BY AL7 1DA AL7 1DB AL7 1DD AL7 1DE AL7 1DG AL7 1DH AL7 1DJ AL7 1DL AL7 1DN AL7 1DP AL7 1DQ AL7 1DR AL7 1DS AL7 1DU AL7 1DW AL7 1DX AL7 1DZ AL7 1EA AL7 1EB AL7 1ED AL7 1EE AL7 1EF AL7 1EG AL7 1EL AL7 1EN AL7 1EP AL7 1EQ AL7 1EU AL7 1EW AL7 1FE