Hatfield: should you rent, buy, invest or live here?
The most useful local property guide in Hertfordshire — DR Rent Area Scores, rental & investment insight, schools, dining, things to do, commuting, developments and live homes across AL9, AL10.
Hatfield DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Hatfield
The Hatfield rental market in Hertfordshire is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,667 pcm and rents up roughly 6.2% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across AL9, AL10.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Hatfield.
- StudioMedium
- 1 bedVery high
- 2 bedLow
- 3 bedMedium
- Family homesVery high
Average time to let
16 days
Tenant demand
Moderate
Best for
Who tends to rent well in Hatfield.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- Couples
- First-time renters
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £682 | £8,184 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,299 | £15,588 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,624 | £19,488 |
| 3-bed house | £2,079 | £24,948 |
| 4-bed house | £2,680 | £32,160 |
Featured properties in Hatfield
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across AL9, AL10.
Buying in Hatfield
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£404,000
Price growth (1yr)
+2.2%
Buyer demand
Low
Supply
Low
First-time buyer suitability
Reasonable for the South East
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Hatfield face low competition with prices around £404,000 and growth of about 2.2% over the last year. Reasonable for the South East.
Investing in Hatfield
With an average property price near £404,000 and gross yields around 5.6%, Hatfield offers landlords a balance of capital growth and rental income. Prices have moved about 2.2% in the last year, and moderate tenant demand helps keep void periods short.
Landlord opportunity score
7.8/10What tenants are looking for
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- 1Homes with parking
- 2Garden flats
- 32 bed flats
- 4Pet-friendly rentals
Family living & schools in Hatfield
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatfield Primary School | Primary | Good | 2.4 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Hatfield | Primary | Good | 1.8 mi |
| Hatfield Junior Academy | Primary | Good | 1.1 mi |
| Hatfield Grammar School | Secondary | Outstanding | 0.5 mi |
| Hatfield Community College | Secondary | Outstanding | 1.7 mi |
| The Hatfield Academy | Secondary | Outstanding | 1.6 mi |
Family facilities
- Hatfield Leisure Centre & swimming pool
- Local parks and playgrounds
- Public library
- Soft play and family cafés
- NHS GP surgeries and pharmacies
- Weekend markets and community events
Eating out in Hatfield
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Hatfield Brasserie
0.5 mi from Hatfield centre
Spice of Hatfield
0.8 mi from Hatfield centre
Bella Cucina
0.5 mi from Hatfield centre
The Garden Kitchen
1.1 mi from Hatfield centre
Hatfield Tandoori
0.7 mi from Hatfield centre
Coffee & Co, Hatfield
2.1 mi from Hatfield centre
Socialising in Hatfield
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Hatfield
0.3 mi from Hatfield centre
The Railway Tavern
0.3 mi from Hatfield centre
Vault Bar
2.4 mi from Hatfield centre
Hatfield Live Lounge
0.2 mi from Hatfield centre
The Riverside Inn
2.1 mi from Hatfield centre
Hatfield Shopping Centre
1 mi from Hatfield centre
Things to do in Hatfield
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Hatfield Sports & Fitness
2.3 mi from Hatfield centre
Hatfield Cricket Club
1.1 mi from Hatfield centre
Parkland Golf Club
0.7 mi from Hatfield centre
Hatfield Cinema
1.6 mi from Hatfield centre
Riverside Walking Route
0.3 mi from Hatfield centre
Hatfield Adventure Park
1.3 mi from Hatfield centre
Commuting from Hatfield
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 35 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 31 min |
| Reading | Train | 23 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 25 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 10 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 24 min |
Local developments in Hatfield
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Hatfield town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near AL9
Approved
Hatfield retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Hatfield
Verified contractors covering AL9, AL10 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Hatfield
Accredited domestic energy assessors producing valid EPCs for rental properties.
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Gas Safe registered engineers issuing annual landlord gas safety records.
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Registered electricians carrying out EICR inspections and remedial works.
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Reliable plumbers for repairs, leaks, heating and bathroom works.
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Independent inventory clerks producing detailed check-in and check-out reports.
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Professional property photographers and floorplans to let faster.
View property photographersRenting & compliance in Hatfield
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Hatfield must hold a valid EPC rated E or above before marketing.
Annual gas safety (CP12)
Every gas appliance must be checked yearly by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
EICR (electrical safety)
A satisfactory electrical report is required at least every five years.
Deposit protection
Deposits must be protected in a government scheme within 30 days.
Right to Rent
Tenant immigration status must be checked before a tenancy begins.
Renters' Rights Act
New rules are reshaping how landlords let property across Hertfordshire.
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