Hemel Hempstead Old Town Conservation Area

Hemel Hempstead Old Town is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 7.4 hectares of protected landscape. It is one of the earliest conservation areas, designated in 1968, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area contains 61 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 7.4 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Church of St MaryHP1 3AF
• Grade II* 109 High StreetHP1 3AS
• Grade II* 80, High StreetHP1 3AQ
• Grade II* Charter TowerHP1 3AB
• Grade II* Numbers 6 and 8 Wrought Iron Front RailingsHP1 1LR
• Grade II* The BuryHP1 1HT
• Grade II* The King's Arms Public HouseHP2 5HN
• Grade II* The Old Bell Public HouseHP2 5HN
• Grade II 10, 12 and 14, QueenswayHP1 1LR
• Grade II 103, High StreetHP1 3AH
• Grade II 105 and 107, High StreetHP1 3AH
• Grade II 107a, High StreetHP1 3AH
• Grade II 111, High StreetHP1 3AS
• Grade II 16 and 18, High StreetHP1 1LS
• Grade II 23 and 25, QueenswayHP1 1LS
• Grade II 25, High StreetHP1 3AR
• Grade II 27 and 29, QueenswayHP1 1LS
• Grade II 27, High StreetHP1 3AR
• Grade II 29, High StreetHP1 3AR
• Grade II 33-39, High StreetHP1 3AR

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Piccotts End1.1 km
• Water End3.2 km
• Winkwell3.2 km
• Potten End3.9 km
• Great Gaddesden4.3 km
• Nettleden4.4 km
• Frithsden4.5 km
• Kings Langley5.2 km

About Hemel Hempstead Old Town Conservation Area

Is my property in Hemel Hempstead Old Town Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Hemel Hempstead Old Town?

Properties in Hemel Hempstead Old Town 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.

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