Our Data Sources
3, The Birches, Hitchin has 21 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in October 2012 and a single entry in the EPC database dated December 2025.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 3 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 3, The Birches, Hitchin would be worth £470,104, with a potential rental value of £2,287 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £416,378, with a rental value of £2,025 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
3, The Birches, Hitchin occupies a 216 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 6 other houses in this postcode, 4 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 2nd largest.
Energy Efficiency
3, The Birches, Hitchin has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 08 Dec 2025.
The property is connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
3, The Birches, Hitchin last changed hands on 23rd October 2012, selling for £280,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 72.5% since October 2012.
- Sold Oct 2012£280,000
- Sold Aug 1999£136,500
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 86 sales of comparable properties within 1.9 kilometres of 3, The Birches, Hitchin since 2017.
Most recently, 1, The Close, Hitchin, SG4 8YQ, a freehold house, sold at £425,000 on the 6th February 2026.
Read more about house prices in SG4.
- Sold Feb 2026£425,000 | 3 Bed House1, The Close, Hitchin, SG4 8YQ1, The Close, Hitchin, SG4 8YQ
- Sold Dec 2025£480,000 | 3 Bed House21, Grange Rise, Hitchin, SG4 8YR21, Grange Rise, Hitchin, SG4 8YR
- Sold Oct 2025£435,000 | 3 Bed House2, Mayflower Close, Hitchin, SG4 8SW2, Mayflower Close, Hitchin, SG4 8SW
- Sold Sep 2025£385,000 | 3 Bed House61, New Town, Hitchin, SG4 8UQ61, New Town, Hitchin, SG4 8UQ
- Sold Feb 2025£350,000 | 3 Bed House5, The Paddocks, Hitchin, SG4 8YX5, The Paddocks, Hitchin, SG4 8YX
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £403,174, ranging from £265,640 to £573,910.
- 4 The Birches
3 Bed House | 8 m | Est. Value: £452,615
- 1 The Birches
4 Bed House | 10 m | Est. Value: £537,473
- 6 The Birches
4 Bed House | 14 m | Est. Value: £520,238
- 211 Valley Road South
4 Bed House | 20 m | Est. Value: £567,309
- 215 Valley Road South
4 Bed House | 26 m | Est. Value: £573,910
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 3, The Birches, Hitchin as the 5th largest and the 5th most expensive of the 6 addresses on The Birches, Codicote, Hitchin, SG4.
Against the SG4 postcode district average, it is £79k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Codicote Church of England Primary School600 m away
- Oaklands Primary School2.4 km away
- Welwyn St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School2.5 km away
- Monk's Walk School3.3 km away
- Ridgeway Academy6.1 km away
- Barnwell School6.1 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Knebworth|3.7 km away
- Welwyn North|3.7 km away
- Welwyn Garden City|5.4 km away
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.












