The average house price in Handside is £523,688, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Handside house price trends over the last 30 years.
£899,958
£277,656
£689,219
£477,109
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Is Handside a nice place to live?
Yes, Handside is a very good place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B+. This means it ranks highly among places in Hertfordshire. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces.
How safe is Handside?
Handside has a high crime rate for an East of England suburb, with around 100 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 34% above the national average, and 64% above the Hertfordshire average. The rate is adjusted for visitor and workday population.
What are the best schools in Handside?
Handside has 24 schools nearby. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Waterside Academy and The Holy Family Catholic Primary School. Note: 2 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Handside?
The majority of residents in Handside identify as White (British) (78%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (85%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.