Hempsted Conservation Area
Hempsted is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 7.3 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 includes 9 listed buildings recognised for their heritage value.
At 7.3 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade II* Church of St SwithunGL2 5LW
- Grade II* Village Cross (at Corner of Rea Lane)GL2 5LH
- Grade II Boundary Wall Between Churchyard of the Church of St Swinthin and Hempstead HouseGL2 5LW
- Grade II Chest Tomb Approximately 11 Metres South East of Chancel of Church of St Swithun GL2 5LW
- Grade II Chest Tomb Approximately 5 Metres South of Chancel of Church of St SwithunGL2 5LW
- Grade II Church FarmhouseGL2 5LW
- Grade II Group of 3 Chest Tombs Approximately 1.5 Metres South East of Church of St SwithunGL2 5LW
- Grade II Hempsted HouseGL2 5LW
- Grade II War Memorial in St Swithun's ChurchyardGL2 5LW
Nearby Conservation Areas
- The Docks1.6 km
- Southgate Street1.7 km
- The Spa1.9 km
- Barbican2 km
- City Centre2.2 km
- Eastgate and St Michael's2.2 km
- Cathedral Precincts2.5 km
- Barton Street2.5 km
About Hempsted Conservation Area
- Is my property in Hempsted Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Hempsted Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Hempsted?
- Properties in Hempsted 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