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Holly Cottage, Bower Heath Lane, Bower Heath, Harpenden, AL5 5EE
This 153 square metre property in Bower Heath, Harpenden, Harpenden carries an energy performance rating of E. It is heated by oil-fired central heating and is currently listed as owner-occupied. The property last sold for £1,145,000 in July 2023, representing a significant increase from its previous sale.
Property Type
Semi-Detached House
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
1
Floor Area
153 m²
Council Tax
Band G
Property Features
Built Before 1900
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Energy Performance
EPC rating and efficiency details
EPC Rating
A
B
C
D
E
E47
F
G
Main Heating
Gas
Main Fuel
Oil
Hot Water
Poor
Windows
Average
CO2 Emissions
8.6 t/year
Tenure
Owner Occupied
Price & History
Transactions and market trends
Estimated value
£1,315,000
How our AI predicts property prices · Accurate to within 10%
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Transaction history
+550.6%(28y)
£1,145,000Latest
Jul 2023£176,000
Dec 1995Source: HM Land Registry
House Price Index
England+1.6%
101.5
Feb 26
UK HPI from HM Land Registry. Baseline: Jan 2015 = 100.
How This Property Compares on Bower Heath Lane
See how this property stacks up against others nearby
Comparing to 6 other houses on this street
Price per m²
Property value per square metre of floor space
£7,484/£5,944 avg
LowerHigher
Higher than 67% of similar properties
Years Held
Time since last sale — indicates ownership stability
3 years/9 years avg
ShorterLonger
Held longer than only 33% of similar properties
EPC Rating
Government energy efficiency score (1–100)
47 (E)/53 (E) avg
Less efficientMore efficient
More efficient than only 33% of similar properties
Floor Area
Total internal floor space
153 m²/100 m² avg
SmallerLarger
Larger than all similar properties
CO₂ Emissions
Annual carbon output from heating, hot water & lighting
8.6 t/year/6.5 t/year avg
Higher emissionsLower emissions
Lower emissions than only 33% of similar properties
Habitable Rooms
Living spaces like bedrooms & living rooms
7 rooms/4 rooms avg
FewerMore
More rooms than all similar properties
Comparisons are based on the most recent EPC data for each property in this postcode. Only similar property types (houses) are compared.
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About Bower Heath, Harpenden
This property is located in Bower Heath, a hamlet in the civil parish of Harpenden, Hertfordshire, within the AL5 postal district.
Bower Heath is a hamlet situated in Hertfordshire, England, and falls within the civil parish of Harpenden. The locality is part of the AL5 postal district, indicating its proximity to the town of Harpenden. As a hamlet, Bower Heath is likely to have a small, close‑knit community with a rural character. The description and summary highlight its status as a hamlet, suggesting a tranquil setting that may appeal to those looking for a quieter lifestyle while still being connected to the amenities of a nearby town. Residents can expect a peaceful environment with the convenience of nearby Harpenden for services and transport links. The data does not provide further details on specific amenities, transport, or demographic characteristics, so the focus remains on the rural charm and community feel of the area.
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Crime Analysis
6 months of data for Harpenden
Total Crimes
11
Monthly Avg
2
Recent Trend
Stable
Most Common
Other Theft
Crime by Category
Other Theft4(36%)
Vehicle Crime3(27%)
Burglary2(18%)
Public Order1(9%)
Violence & Sexual1(9%)
Recent Incidents
Other Theft
Oct 2025On or near Park Rise Close
Other Theft
Oct 2025On or near Park Rise Close
Burglary
Oct 2025On or near Poynings Close
Vehicle Crime
Oct 2025On or near Connaught Road
Burglary
Sept 2025On or near Connaught Road
Vehicle Crime
Sept 2025On or near Poynings Close
Data from Police UK • Updated monthly
Local Amenities
Schools and transport links nearby
Nearby Schools
15 within 3kmP
Sauncey Wood Primary School
1.1km
14 mins
P
The Lea Primary School and Nursery
1.1km
14 mins
P
Manland Primary School
1.5km
18 mins
S
Katherine Warington School
1.1km
14 mins
S
Sir John Lawes School
1.6km
19 mins
S
St George's School
1.8km
22 mins
Transport Links
30 within 3kmWestfield Road
Bus Stop735m
9 mins
The Red Cow PH
Bus Stop797m
10 mins
Hyde Mill Farm
Bus Stop963m
12 mins
Beeching Close
Bus Stop967m
12 mins
Whitings Close
Bus Stop1.1km
13 mins
Porters Hill
Bus Stop1.1km
13 mins
School data from Dept. for Education • Transport data from NaPTAN
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Map
45 points of interest nearby
Map data from OpenStreetMap • Transport data from NaPTAN • School data from Dept. for Education • Scenic data from Beautifulplaces.ai
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