FLAT 12
266 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE AL1 4UN
£275,000
Property details
Tenure
LEASEHOLD (106 years remaining on lease)
Floor area
52 m²
Council tax band
C
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 2003-2006
Last sold
£275,000 May 2025
Price per m²
£5,288/m²
Local average
£343,100 (-19.8%)
Deprivation
Decile 10 (31,215 of 33,755)
Street crime
215 incidents within 1 mile (Jun 2026)
Key features
- Top floor apartment
- Open plan layout
- Kitchen with integrated appliances
- Amenities close at hand
- Allocated and visitors parking
- Long lease
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Electric
- Parking
- Communal
Description
The property offers an open plan living space with a modern kitchen including integrated appliances and additionally benefits from both allocated and visitors parking in private car park.
Communal Entrance Hallway -
Entrance Hallway - Entryphone handset. Access to insulated loft space.
Living Room - Three double glazed Velux windows to rear. Eaves storage area. Laminate flooring. Electric radiators.
Kitchen Area - Frosted double glazed window to side. Tiling to upstands. Base mounted units with work surfaces over and inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap over. Stainless steel oven with induction hob over. Matching stainless steel extractor fan. Integrated washing machine and slimline dishwasher. Integrated fridge with freezer box. Tiled flooring.
Bedroom - Double glazed Velux window to front. Frosted double glazed window to side. Electric radiator. Laminate flooring.
Bathroom - Double glazed Velux window. Modern suite in white comprising paneled bath with glazed shower screen and thermostatic shower over. Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin. Tiled floor. Heated towel rail.
Exterior -
Lease - 125 years from 1st March 2006 (106 years remaining.)
Maintenance - £1340 for the current year.
Ground Rent - £300 per annum.
Listed by
St Albans
Daniels
Reference: 156380207
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 28/04/2017
Expiry date: 27/04/2027
Current heating cost: £276/year
Potential heating cost: £284/year
Recommendations
- Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (35)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Floorplans
Flat 12, 266 Hatfield Road, St. Albans - all floor
EPC Graphs
EE Rating
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #523772
Property Details
Street: 266
Town: HATFIELD ROAD
Postcode: AL1 4UN
Installation Details
Items: 5 windows
Certificate Issued: 31/03/2003
Work Completed: 06/02/2003
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #288632
Property Details
Street: 266
Town: HATFIELD ROAD
Postcode: AL1 4UN
Installation Details
Items: 9 doors
Certificate Issued: 16/01/2003
Work Completed: 13/11/2002
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
-11% since 2017
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 16/05/2025 (1 year ago) | £275,000 | +10% |
| Sold | 10/12/2021 (4 years ago) | £249,950 | -19.4% |
| Sold | 29/09/2017 (8 years ago) | £310,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street 266 FLAT 7 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £272,000 | 20/12/2023 | Flat |
| 223 FLAT 2 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4TB | £365,000 | 20/12/2023 | Flat |
| 223 FLAT 8 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4TB | £280,000 | 19/12/2023 | Flat |
| 223 FLAT 5 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4TB | £295,000 | 11/12/2023 | Flat |
| 223 FLAT 7 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4TB | £300,000 | 24/11/2023 | Flat |
| 34 HANSELL GARDENS, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5GG | £426,000 | 06/11/2023 | Flat |
| 223 FLAT 1 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4TB | £300,000 | 03/11/2023 | Flat |
| 223 FLAT 3 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4TB | £290,000 | 24/10/2023 | Flat |
| 44 HANSELL GARDENS, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5GG | £300,000 | 25/08/2023 | Flat |
| 10 HANSELL GARDENS, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5GF | £530,000 | 09/08/2023 | Flat |
| 223 FLAT 4 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4TB | £350,000 | 30/06/2023 | Flat |
| 223 FLAT 6 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4TB | £355,000 | 30/06/2023 | Flat |
| 19 BURLEIGH ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5DH | £173,000 | 31/05/2023 | Flat |
| Same street MEYRICK COURT, 260 10 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £271,500 | 18/04/2023 | Flat |
| Same street MEYRICK COURT, 260 5 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £200,000 | 11/04/2023 | Flat |
| 58 HANSELL GARDENS, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5GG | £415,000 | 31/03/2023 | Flat |
| ASHFIELD COURT, 102 FLAT 6 ASHLEY ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5DF | £245,000 | 22/11/2022 | Flat |
| Same street 268 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £540,000 | 10/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| COBALT COURT, 1 FLAT 14 HEDLEY ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5FZ | £345,000 | 28/10/2022 | Flat |
| ASHFIELD COURT, 102 FLAT 5 ASHLEY ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5DF | £245,000 | 28/10/2022 | Flat |
| REGENCY COURT FLAT 4 BURLEIGH ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5DH | £255,000 | 14/10/2022 | Flat |
| ALBAN COURT 8 BURLEIGH ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5DN | £245,000 | 04/10/2022 | Flat |
| Same street 266 FLAT 9 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £287,500 | 31/08/2022 | Flat |
| 48 HANSELL GARDENS, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5GG | £430,000 | 30/08/2022 | Flat |
| Same street 308 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £675,000 | 26/08/2022 | Detached |
| ALBAN COURT 11 BURLEIGH ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5DN | £258,000 | 26/08/2022 | Flat |
| Same street 266 FLAT 8 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £262,500 | 01/06/2022 | Flat |
| Same street MEYRICK COURT, 260 4 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £240,000 | 29/04/2022 | Flat |
| Same street MEYRICK COURT, 260 12 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £260,000 | 07/02/2022 | Flat |
| Same street REAR OF 258 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £900,000 | 03/12/2021 | Other |
| Same street MEYRICK COURT, 260 6 HATFIELD ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 4UN | £265,000 | 17/08/2021 | Flat |
Street average: £379,409 (11 sales)
Area average: £320,100 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): St Albans. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of May 2026.
Company ownership
Registered legal owner is a company.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for St Albans. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → St Albans.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Bedford: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Ashley Road | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | A&H Convenience Store | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Oakdene Way | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | St Albans City | 0.9 miles |
| Train station | St Albans Abbey | 1.6 miles |
| University | Unknown | 2.8 miles |
| University | University of Hertfordshire | 5.7 miles |
| Hospital | Watford General Hospital | 8.3 miles |
| Hospital | Priory Hospital | 11.6 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 82 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 37 |
| Vehicle crime | 21 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 15 |
| Public order | 15 |
| Burglary | 13 |
| Shoplifting | 13 |
| Other theft | 9 |
| Drugs | 5 |
| Possession of weapons | 3 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 215 |
Within 1 mile during Jun 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fleetville Infant and Nursery School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Outstanding — 24 Jan 2024 |
| Fleetville Junior School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 15 Jan 2024 |
| Camp Primary and Nursery School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 8 Sep 2014 |
| Verulam School | Secondary | 0.4 miles | Good — 4 Nov 2018 |
| Beaumont School | Secondary | 0.4 miles | Outstanding — 28 Apr 2014 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).