KnebworthSG3
North Hertfordshire · East of England
# Knebworth (SG3) Knebworth's property market shows modest performance metrics relative to national averages, with a trajectory score of 45.7 placing it in the 25th percentile. Over five years, capital appreciation has lagged significantly at 0.8% compound annual growth, while rental yields have substantially outpaced price growth at 5.1% CAGR. Population growth remains limited at 0.6% over the same period. The district is currently in an early gentrification stage, suggesting potential for demographic and economic evolution. These data points indicate a rental-focused market with constrained capital growth, appealing primarily to investors prioritizing income rather than long-term appreciation.
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- 1Property prices up 0.7% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.1% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.6% per year
- 4332 new homes in planning pipeline
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What's changing in Knebworth · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.2 points this month to 46/100, driven mainly by demand.
13 planning applications submitted in SG3 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 1 demolition.
- First floor side extension above existing garage and part two storey side extension. Front porch extension and insertion of front ground floor window following removal of existing garage doors to facilitate garage conversion. Alterations to fenestration. Erection of detached garage.Jan 2026 · Decided
- Erection of one self-build dwelling including ancillary annexe following demolition of existing dwelling to including parking, hard and soft landscaping and installation of rear swimming pool.Feb 2026 · Decided
- Ref: 18089 We write on behalf of our client Xela Energy Ltd to formally request an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Screening Opinion from Stevenage Borough Council under Regulation 6 of the Town and Country Planning Regulations 2017Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Knebworth (SG3) common questions
Is Knebworth up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Knebworth (SG3) as Early. Its trajectory score is 46/100 (Average), in the top 73% of districts nationally. The score is up 3.8 points over the last 12 months.
Is Knebworth safe?
Knebworth has a safety score of 69/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Knebworth?
The average property price in Knebworth (SG3) is £522k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.7% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Knebworth?
The median monthly rent in Knebworth (SG3) is £1,486 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Knebworth?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Carshalton (SM5), Notting Hill (W11), Welwyn (AL6), Hatfield (AL10), Stevenage (SG2). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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