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Harpenden is one of the most popular commuter towns in the historic county of Hertfordshire. Situated around 30 miles north of central London, the town’s residents benefit from fabulous transport links to the capital.

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Although it has all the amenities you would expect from a substantial town, including a fantastic range of schools, shops and restaurants, its quaint streets and abundant green spaces allow Harpenden to retain a village feel.

Harpeden fact file

  • Until the 13th century the area was largely woodland, much of which was cleared by Westminster Abbey to make way for farmland and settlement.
  • Like many other British towns, Harpenden saw dramatic growth following the arrival of the railway in 1860.
  • The area of Poets’ Corner has streets named after some of England’s finest literary figures, including Shakespeare Road, Kipling Way and Shelley Court.
  • The properties of Harpenden exhibit a wide range of architectural styles from the Tudor era to the modern day.
  • Notable local buildings include the Grade II listed St Nicholas Church which has stood in the heart of the town since the early 13th century.
  • The area is home to the exemplary 1960s Ahm House by Danish architect Jørn Utzon, who is best known for designing the Sydney Opera House.

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The area has everything from contemporary apartments and new build houses to large period properties and aspirational family homes.

Going out

The local sports centre is currently undergoing renovation and is expected to reopen in early 2021, with a range of new facilities including a 25-metre swimming pool, fitness studios, sports courts and a gym.

Green space

Harpenden boasts an abundance of public parks, commons and recreation grounds, from the pretty Church Green in the centre of town to the 238-acre Harpenden Common, which is home to the town’s golf and cricket clubs. Harpenden is also an ideal base from which to explore the glorious open fields, ancient woodlands and riverside trails of the Hertfordshire countryside.

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Harpenden has an outstanding selection of restaurants, cafes and bars, with something to suit every taste.

Harpenden’s shopping scene has a lively mixture of upmarket clothing boutiques, charming gift shops and high street mainstays, such as Boots and WHSmith.

There are also numerous country pubs in the town and surrounding villages for those in need of a tipple.

There is so much in the area to do with friends or family.

The town is well-served by the state and private sectors, with excellent schooling options for children of all ages.

  • St George’s School
    Secondary School
  • Aldwickbury
    Perp School
  • Harpenden mainline station
    0.5 miles from centre
  • Train Station Stop
    0.4 miles from centre
  • London Luton Airport
    4.4 miles from centre
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Thank you to everyone involved, at Hamptons Harpenden, for their excellent service with the sale of our property. The whole process from sale to completion was very efficiently and professionally managed. John & his team were very approachable and helpful throughout, and kept us well informed, which was much appreciated.

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(Buyer) I just completed and moved into a property through Hamptons, and was impressed throughout the whole process by the helpfulness and quality of the staff in both St Albans office (Jan & Janine) and the Harpenden office (Jackie) and especially Fiona who maintained positive contact, and helped navigate through the viewing and offer stages. Thanks to all.

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