Berkhamsted Conservation Area

Berkhamsted is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 116.7 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. The area contains 61 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 116.7 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Berkhampstead School Old BuildingHP4 2BQ
• Grade II* 173, High StreetHP4 3HB
• Grade II* Church of Saint PeterHP4 2DJ
• Grade II* Dean Incent's HouseHP4 2DJ
• Grade II 103-109, High StreetHP4 2DG
• Grade II 108, High StreetHP4 2BL
• Grade II 117, High StreetHP4 2JF
• Grade II 119, High StreetHP4 2DJ
• Grade II 11, Castle StreetHP4 2BQ
• Grade II 120, High StreetHP4 2BY
• Grade II 121, High StreetHP4 2DJ
• Grade II 125, High StreetHP4 2DJ
• Grade II 127 High Street, BerkhamstedHP4 2DJ
• Grade II 12 and 12a, Castle StreetHP4 2BQ
• Grade II 130 and 132, High StreetHP4 2AX
• Grade II 137, High StreetHP4 3HH
• Grade II 141 and 143, High StreetHP4 3HH
• Grade II 1-4, Castle StreetHP4 2BY
• Grade II 15 and 16, Castle StreetHP4 2BJ
• Grade II 163 and 165, High StreetHP4 3HD

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Northchurch2.2 km
• Potten End2.7 km
• Frithsden3.1 km
• Dudswell3.4 km
• Winkwell3.6 km
• Nettleden3.8 km
• Bovingdon4.7 km
• Great Gaddesden4.9 km

About Berkhamsted Conservation Area

Is my property in Berkhamsted Conservation Area?

Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Berkhamsted Conservation Area boundary.

What restrictions apply in Berkhamsted?

Properties in Berkhamsted Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees