Is AL2 1BB a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
134 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of AL2 1BB. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£560,436
Average price in Hertsmere (2026-06, UK House Price Index). Up 2.6% year on year.
- Terraced
- £496,763
- Semi-detached
- £629,323
- Detached
- £1,217,747
- Flat / maisonette
- £299,527
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for AL2 1BB specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
Check long-term flood risk →GP & dentist ratings
CQC ratings near AL2 1BB on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near AL2 1BB on Check Food Hygiene