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Knebworth lies on the old Great North Road, between Stevenage and the village of Woolmer Green. Knebworth is mentioned in the Domesday Book, where it is called Chenepeworde which means 'farm belonging to Cnebba the Dane'. Nearby, Knebworth Park is home to Knebworth House and to St Mary's Parish Church, parts of which date back to 1120. The village expanded in the late 19th century, mainly due to the arrival of the railway in 1884.
Most of the property in Knebworth was built in the 20th century although there are a few Edwardian and Victorian houses and cottages, especially in the neighbouring villages and in Old Knebworth. If you are looking for flats for sale in Knebworth you can find flats with one bedroom, close to the railway station, for under £150,000. Houses for sale in Knebworth such as three-bedroom, semi-detached modern properties are in the region of £280,000. More secluded, detached houses, offering three or four bedrooms and large mature gardens, are on the market for an average price of £600,000.
Amenities for property in Knebworth
Knebworth has a good variety of shops and other businesses in and around the High Street. There are two schools in Knebworth: All Saints Primary School and Knebworth Nursery & Primary School, and there are many more schools for children of all ages in Stevenage, a short distance to the north. Stevenage is also the place to go for major shopping in Queensway and Westgate; for sport in Stevenage Leisure Centre and, for movies, clubs and restaurants, Stevenage Leisure Park. Or you can visit The Lytton Arms in Old Knebworth for a pint and a good meal. Knebworth is also known for its rock and pop concerts that take place in the grounds of Knebworth House.
Transport in Knebworth
The station in Knebworth is served by First Capital Connect with trains to London King's Cross taking about 35 minutes, and to Moorgate about 50 minutes. By road there is access to the A1(M) near Welwyn, south of Knebworth, and to the north in Stevenage.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Knebworth, which is covered by postcode SG3, you may also like to consider neighbouring towns such as Stevenage, Hitchin, Harpenden, Welwyn, Ware and Hoddesdon.
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3 bedrooms house in Watton Road, Knebworth - Offers in excess of £380,000
This rarely available style detached village bungalow enjoys a well-regarded situation and a pretty SOUTHERLY FACING 103' rear garden with delightful glimpses over the neighbouring farmland. With...... view full details
6 bedrooms house in Stobarts Close, Knebworth - Asking price of £995,000
This highly elegant & imposing detached 6 bedroom family residence was constructed by Barrett premier homes in 1987 & forms part of an exclusive village cul de sac consisting of just 7 individual...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Birch Road, Woolmer Green - Guide Price of £255,000
This carefully enlarged semi-detached rendered family house boasts excellent living space and is set in a no through road that borders open farmland. The property is well presented, offers...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Robert Ellis Court, St Martins Road - Asking price of £330,000
The first thing you'll notice about Robert Ellis Court is the outside space, between and around our three apartment blocks. We have made sure that our residents never feel they are overlooked or...... view full details
5 bedrooms house in Bury Lane, Datchworth, Knebworth, Hertfordshire - Asking price of £2,150,000
A handsome house in a popular rural village location... view full details
4 bedrooms house in 2 Meadow Close, Datchworth, Knebworth, Herts - Asking price of £435,000
An extended detached family house, pleasantly situated in a small close within walking distance of Datchworth Green. 2 Meadow Close was built approx 40 years ago but subsequently extended to the...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Pondcroft Road, Knebworth - Asking price of £299,000
This pretty turn of the last century semi detached three bedroom red brick house has been carefully enlarged to provide flexible accommodation that is tastefully decorated throughout. With a...... view full details
1 bedroom house in Kerr Close, Knebworth - Asking price of £149,995
This modern end house was built in the 1980s by Wimpey Homes and is situated on this popular village development just a few minutes walk from the station and local shops. The accommodation is...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Haygarth, Knebworth - Asking price of £104,950
This modern, spacious and rarely available ground floor studio maisonette has been well cared for and tastefully refitted to include a modern kitchen and striking fresh white bathroom. The...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Watton Road, Knebworth - Offers in excess of £525,000
This highly deceptive detached chalet style property was built in 1955 and boasts a fabulous plot of 0.364 of an acre, backing parkland with a private gated access. 'Pantiles' provides extremely...... view full detailsview All properties for sale in $place$ in Knebworth, Hertfordshire
