Sell land in Hatfield
If you own land around Hatfield and want a straight answer about it, we'll tell you whether we can buy it, on what terms, and what the offer is based on.
Hatfield lies in Hertfordshire, roughly 10 miles north-east of Watford. Nearby, we also look at land around Welwyn Garden City (3 miles), St Albans (5 miles) and Potters Bar (5 miles).
- Free appraisal and written offer
- We tell you if we can't help
- Figures you can check
Selling land near Hatfield?
Send the postcode and a rough size.
Hatfield at a glance
| Town | Hatfield |
|---|---|
| County | Hertfordshire |
| Country | England |
| Postcode district | AL10 |
| OS grid square | TL20 |
| Nearest towns we cover | Welwyn Garden City (3 mi), St Albans (5 mi), Potters Bar (5 mi) |
| Distance from Watford | About 10 miles north-east |
| Planning system | National Planning Policy Framework and local plan |
| Ways to sell | Outright, subject to planning, option or joint venture |
Land we buy in Hatfield
Each page explains what we look for, what affects the price and the rules that apply.
Land with development potential
Rural and agricultural land
Plots and small sites
Brownfield and commercial land
Awkward and inherited land
Other towns around Hatfield
Distances and directions are measured from Hatfield.
| Town | Postcode district | OS grid square | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welwyn Garden City | AL8 | TL21 | 3 mi north |
| St Albans | AL1 | TL10 | 5 mi west |
| Potters Bar | EN6 | TL20 | 5 mi south |
| Hertford | SG13 | TL31 | 7 mi east |
| Harpenden | AL5 | TL11 | 7 mi north-west |
| Hadley Wood | EN4 | TQ29 | 7 mi south |
What England's rules mean for your land
Planning framework
Planning decisions in England follow the National Planning Policy Framework, revised in August 2026, and the local plan, prepared by the council or, in a national park, the park authority. Plans are reviewed periodically, which is when new housing sites are usually allocated.
Brownfield first
National policy gives substantial weight to reusing suitable brownfield land for homes. Councils keep brownfield land registers, and some sites can gain permission in principle.
Flood risk
Environment Agency flood maps and the sequential test steer new homes away from areas at highest risk of flooding.
What happens next
Send us the address
A postcode, a plan or a what3words location is enough to start.
We check it properly
Title, planning history, access, flood maps and local policy.
We put an offer in writing
It shows how we got there. There's no obligation to accept.
Solicitors complete the sale
Exchange and complete, or exchange now and complete when planning is granted.
Your questions answered
Can you visit land near Hatfield?
Yes. Once we've looked at the title and planning position, we arrange a site visit if the land looks suitable. Send the address or postcode to start.
How do I get an offer for land in Hatfield?
Use the form on this page or call 0800 088 6248. Tell us the postcode, the rough size and anything you know about planning, and we'll come back to you.
Do you buy land without planning permission?
Yes. You can sell outright at a price that reflects the planning risk, or on a subject-to-planning or option basis that pays more if permission is granted.
Is my paddock worth more than agricultural land?
Often, because paddocks are close to houses. How much more depends on access, planning policy and whether homes could realistically be built.
Find out what we'd pay for your land near Hatfield
Send the postcode and a rough size. We'll check the title and planning position and come back to you.