Our Data Sources
55, West Common, Harpenden has 41 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in December 2009 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 2009.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 2 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 55, West Common, Harpenden would be worth £596,129, with a potential rental value of £2,214 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £528,000, with a rental value of £1,961 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
55, West Common, Harpenden occupies a 96 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 19 other houses in this postcode, 17 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 14th largest.
Energy Efficiency
55, West Common, Harpenden has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 30 Jul 2009.
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
55, West Common, Harpenden last changed hands on 11th December 2009, selling for £312,500. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 4 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 60.0% since December 2009.
- Sold Dec 2009£312,500
- Sold Dec 2006£320,000
- Sold Nov 2002£249,950
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 35 sales of comparable properties within 1.0 kilometres of 55, West Common, Harpenden since 2010.
Most recently, 25, West Common, Harpenden, AL5 2JN, a freehold house, sold at £512,500 on the 19th August 2025.
Read more about house prices in AL5.
- Sold Aug 2025£512,500 | 2 Bed House25, West Common, Harpenden, AL5 2JN25, West Common, Harpenden, AL5 2JN
- Sold Oct 2024£620,000 | 3 Bed House7, Cravells Road, Harpenden, AL5 1BA7, Cravells Road, Harpenden, AL5 1BA
- Sold Mar 2024£605,000 | 2 Bed House128A, Cravells Road, Harpenden, AL5 1BQ128A, Cravells Road, Harpenden, AL5 1BQ
- Sold Sep 2023£632,500 | 3 Bed House18, Cravells Road, Harpenden, AL5 1BD18, Cravells Road, Harpenden, AL5 1BD
- Sold Jan 2023£500,000 | 2 Bed House2 Hatching Green Cottages, Hatching Green, Harpenden, AL5 2JR2 Hatching Green Cottages, Hatching Green, Harpenden, AL5 2JR
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 £1,090,904, ranging from £561,458 to £1,952,117.
- 54 West Common
2 Bed House | 6 m | Est. Value: £561,458
- 53 West Common
3 Bed House | 10 m | Est. Value: £706,618
- 2 Hatching Green
3 Bed House | 11 m | Est. Value: £636,991
- 52 West Common
3 Bed House | 15 m | Est. Value: £591,428
- 4 Hatching Green
3 Bed House | 17 m | Est. Value: £764,470
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 55, West Common, Harpenden as the 111th largest and the 70th most expensive of the 135 addresses on West Common, Harpenden, AL5.
Against the AL5 postcode district average, it is £403k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- St Dominic Catholic Primary School700 m away
- Harpenden Academy1.1 km away
- The Grove Junior School1.2 km away
- St George's School1.9 km away
- Sir John Lawes School2.0 km away
- Roundwood Park School2.0 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Harpenden|1.0 km away
- St Albans City|6.4 km away
- St Albans Abbey|6.8 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.
