Our Data Sources
5, The Ridgeway, Hitchin has 21 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in September 2017 and a single entry in the EPC database dated April 2017.
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 5, The Ridgeway, Hitchin would be worth £735,855, with a potential rental value of £2,520 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £651,757, with a rental value of £2,232 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
5, The Ridgeway, Hitchin occupies a 682 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 30 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 26th largest.
Energy Efficiency
5, The Ridgeway, Hitchin has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 19 Apr 2017.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
5, The Ridgeway, Hitchin last changed hands on 20th September 2017, selling for £675,000. 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 dropped by 7.5% since September 2017.
- Sold Sep 2017£675,000
- Sold Oct 2003£315,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 115 sales of comparable properties within 880 metres of 5, The Ridgeway, Hitchin since 2007.
Most recently, 25, Lavender Way, Hitchin, SG5 2LU, a freehold house, sold at £635,000 on the 18th February 2026.
Read more about house prices in SG5.
- Sold Feb 2026£635,000 | 3 Bed House25, Lavender Way, Hitchin, SG5 2LU25, Lavender Way, Hitchin, SG5 2LU
- Sold Jan 2025£710,000 | 3 Bed House64, Gaping Lane, Hitchin, SG5 2JE64, Gaping Lane, Hitchin, SG5 2JE
- Sold Sep 2024£680,000 | 3 Bed House50, Grays Lane, Hitchin, SG5 2HJ50, Grays Lane, Hitchin, SG5 2HJ
- Sold Jun 2024£575,000 | 3 Bed House17, Offley Road, Hitchin, SG5 2AZ17, Offley Road, Hitchin, SG5 2AZ
- Sold Nov 2023£750,000 | 4 Bed House27, Meadow Way, Hitchin, SG5 2BN27, Meadow Way, Hitchin, SG5 2BN
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Properties Let Nearby
Agents in our network have reported 27 lettings within 880 metres of 5, The Ridgeway, Hitchin across the last 2 years.
The newest of these is 7, Park Street, Hitchin, SG4 9AH, a freehold house let by The Letting Quarter in January 2026.
- Let agreed Jan 2026£ Undisclosed | 2 Bed House7, Park Street, Hitchin, SG4 9AH7, Park Street, Hitchin, SG4 9AH
- Let agreed Jan 2026£ Undisclosed | 2 Bed Flat3 Poppy House, Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EZ3 Poppy House, Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EZ
- Let agreed Oct 2025£ Undisclosed | 2 Bed Flat50, Coopers Yard, Hitchin, SG5 1AR50, Coopers Yard, Hitchin, SG5 1AR
- Let agreed Aug 2025£ Undisclosed | 2 Bed Flat85, Coopers Yard, Hitchin, SG5 1AR85, Coopers Yard, Hitchin, SG5 1AR
- Let agreed Aug 2025£ Undisclosed | 2 Bed FlatApartment 7, Austin House, Bridge Street, Hitchin, SG5 2DEApartment 7, Austin House, Bridge Street, Hitchin, SG5 2DE
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £795,439, ranging from £623,986 to £1,050,859.
- 4 The Ridgeway
4 Bed House | 16 m | Est. Value: £724,181
- 7 The Ridgeway
4 Bed House | 30 m | Est. Value: £760,558
- 20 The Ridgeway
3 Bed House | 41 m | Est. Value: £629,404
- 8 The Ridgeway
5 Bed House | 43 m | Est. Value: £1,048,899
- 21 The Ridgeway
5 Bed House | 45 m | Est. Value: £946,390
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 5, The Ridgeway, Hitchin as the 22nd largest and the 20th most expensive of the 30 addresses on The Ridgeway, Hitchin, SG5.
Against the SG5 postcode district average, it is £242k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed and Infant School700 m away
- Highbury Infant School and Nursery1.1 km away
- Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy1.2 km away
- Hitchin Boys' School1.0 km away
- Hitchin Girls' School1.4 km away
- The Priory School2.1 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Hitchin|2.0 km away
- Letchworth Garden City|5.7 km away
- Stevenage|7.3 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.












