Our Data Sources
8, Birch Way, Harpenden has 21 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in February 2011 and a single entry in the EPC database dated October 2019.
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 8, Birch Way, Harpenden would be worth £1,186,848, with a potential rental value of £3,593 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £1,051,208, with a rental value of £3,182 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
8, Birch Way, Harpenden occupies a 298 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 13 other houses in this postcode, 11 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 8th largest.
Energy Efficiency
8, Birch Way, Harpenden has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 03 Oct 2019.
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
8, Birch Way, Harpenden last changed hands on 10th February 2011, selling for £575,000. 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 65.0% since February 2011.
- Sold Feb 2011£575,000
- Sold Dec 2003£485,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 138 sales of comparable properties within 570 metres of 8, Birch Way, Harpenden since 2016.
Most recently, 78, Piggottshill Lane, Harpenden, AL5 1LP, a freehold house, sold at £985,000 on the 18th July 2025.
Read more about house prices in AL5.
- Sold Jul 2025£985,000 | 4 Bed House78, Piggottshill Lane, Harpenden, AL5 1LP78, Piggottshill Lane, Harpenden, AL5 1LP
- Sold Jun 2025£1,200,000 | 4 Bed House41, Highfield Avenue, Harpenden, AL5 5UB41, Highfield Avenue, Harpenden, AL5 5UB
- Sold Jan 2025£1,037,500 | 4 Bed House1, Rowan Way, Harpenden, AL5 5TJ1, Rowan Way, Harpenden, AL5 5TJ
- Sold Nov 2024£1,180,000 | 4 Bed House136, Topstreet Way, Harpenden, AL5 5TS136, Topstreet Way, Harpenden, AL5 5TS
- Sold Oct 2024£1,226,000 | 4 Bed House17, Highfield Avenue, Harpenden, AL5 5UB17, Highfield Avenue, Harpenden, AL5 5UB
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 £1,079,685, ranging from £643,719 to £1,719,648.
- 6 Birch Way
4 Bed House | 4 m | Est. Value: £1,082,931
- 10 Birch Way
5 Bed House | 17 m | Est. Value: £1,313,517
- 4 Birch Way
3 Bed House | 18 m | Est. Value: £865,067
- 2 Birch Way
4 Bed House | 22 m | Est. Value: £1,207,646
- 35B Piggottshill Lane
4 Bed House | 31 m | Est. Value: £738,840
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 8, Birch Way, Harpenden as the 8th largest and the 8th most expensive of the 13 addresses on Birch Way, Harpenden, AL5.
Against the AL5 postcode district average, it is £160k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- The Grove Junior School300 m away
- The Grove Infant and Nursery School300 m away
- High Beeches Primary School500 m away
- Sir John Lawes School1.5 km away
- Katherine Warington School1.5 km away
- St George's School1.7 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Harpenden|1.0 km away
- St Albans City|6.7 km away
- St Albans Abbey|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.
