Is AL1 3EG a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
326 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of AL1 3EG. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£651,448
Average price in St Albans (2026-06, UK House Price Index). Up 4.3% year on year.
- Terraced
- £579,924
- Semi-detached
- £771,814
- Detached
- £1,255,059
- Flat / maisonette
- £332,768
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for AL1 3EG specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near AL1 3EG on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near AL1 3EG on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.