Area Guide – Hemel Hempstead (HP)

Living in Hemel Hempstead (HP)

Crime levels in Hemel Hempstead (HP) are around the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, multiple rail stations serve the area, recent local sales data is available, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Hemel Hempstead (HP)

Is Hemel Hempstead (HP) a good place to live?

Hemel Hempstead (HP) has crime levels close to the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and rail stations serving the area.

Are there good schools in Hemel Hempstead (HP)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 15 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Hemel Hempstead (HP)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Around England average (71 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 15 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
South Hill Primary School	Primary	Good	0.2 mi
Heath Lane Nursery School	Nursery	Good	0.2 mi
The Hemel Hempstead School	Secondary	Good	0.3 mi
Laureate Academy	Secondary	Good	0.5 mi
The Cavendish School	Secondary	Not rated	0.5 mi
Gade Valley Primary School	Primary	Good	0.5 mi
George Street Primary School	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
St Cuthbert Mayne Voluntary Catholic Junior Academy	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
St Cuthbert Mayne Catholic Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.6 mi
Boxmoor Primary School	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
The Mountbatten School	Secondary	Not rated	0.6 mi
Tudor Primary School	Primary	Good	0.7 mi
Broadfield Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Broadfield Academy	Primary	Good	0.7 mi
Broadfield Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Broadfield Infants' School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
St Rose's Catholic Infants School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
St Rose's Catholic Infant School	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Micklem Primary School	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Lime Walk Primary School	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
Bellgate Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Bellgate Junior Mixed School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Bellgate Infant School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Galley Hill Primary School and Nursery	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Rossgate Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Yewtree Primary School	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Oakleaf Primary	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Chaulden Infants' and Nursery	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Chaulden Junior School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
The Adeyfield Academy	Secondary	Good	1.1 mi

directions_railway Transport 2 rail stations within 2 miles of the area centre

Station	Distance
Hemel Hempstead Rail Station	1.0 mi
Apsley Rail Station	1.5 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 7.4 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

payments House prices Median sold price (12 mo): £425,000 across 2,544 sales

local_hospital Healthcare 23 GP surgeries within 2 miles

Name	Type	Distance
FERNVILLE SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
FERNVILLE SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
MARLOWES CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
HERTFORDSHIRE SAS	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
WEST HERTS RESPIRATORY SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
WEST HERTS BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
CLCH ST PETER'S WARD	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
DACORUM PRO ACTIVE CARE TEAM	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
BOXMOOR DOCTORS SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
PARKWOOD SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
GADE BRIDGE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
LINCOLN HOUSE SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
EVEREST HOUSE SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
LINCOLN HOUSE SURGERY - HIGHFIELD BRANCH	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
BENNETTS END SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
GROVE HILL MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
DACORUM HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
DACORUM HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
DACORUM HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 3	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
HERTSONE ADHD SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
DACORUM EXTENDED ACCESS	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
HCT SPECIALIST PALLIATIVE CARE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
HERTSONE WEIGHT MANAGEMENT SERVICE	GP Surgery	2.0 mi