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Dacorum is a borough in Hertfordshire with a population of 155,081. The median property price is £445,000, with 1,932 sales in the past 12 months. Detached homes sell at a median of £790,000, while flats average £250,000.
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About 57.6% of homes meet energy efficiency band C or better. The price-to-earnings ratio is 11.9, indicating reasonable affordability relative to the 5-year average of 13.2. Deprivation scores suggest about 65% of neighbourhoods in England are more deprived. Crime stands at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour as leading categories. The area has 80 schools, including 55 primary and 9 secondary institutions, with 21 rated good or better by Ofsted. Employment is 62.4%, with 44.7% of households owning two or more cars. 85% of residents report good or very good health. Broadband reach is strong at 94.6% for superfast speeds. The area is 50.1% green belt and contains 923 listed buildings across 23 conservation areas. Council tax band D is £2,381.40 for 2026/27.
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