Area Info for Markyate (Hertfordshire)

Markyate, Hertfordshire

Markyate is a small historic village located in Hertfordshire, England. It is situated approximately 6 miles south of Luton and around 12 miles north of central London, making it a convenient location for commuters and visitors alike.

History

The village has a rich history dating back to medieval times. It was historically known for its agricultural roots and has retained many traditional features. The name 'Markyate' is believed to derive from Old English, possibly meaning 'boundary gate' or 'boundary place.'

Community and Amenities

Markyate features a range of local amenities including shops, pubs, and churches. The village has a strong community spirit, with various local events and activities held throughout the year. Notable landmarks

Markyate features a range of local amenities including shops, pubs, and churches. The village has a strong community spirit, with various local events and activities held throughout the year. Notable landmarks include the historic St. John the Baptist Church, which dates back several centuries.

Transport

The village is well-connected by road, with easy access to the M1 motorway and nearby towns. Public transport options include bus services that connect Markyate to surrounding areas, facilitating travel to larger urban centres.

Natural Environment

Markyate is surrounded by scenic countryside, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The area is characterised by its rural charm, with fields, woodlands, and open spaces contributing to its tranquil atmosphere.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
Education
School
Markyate Village School and Nursery0.00 miles
Cavendish Road, Markyate, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 8PT
Beechwood Park School1.55 miles
Markyate, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 8AW
Slip End Village School1.71 miles
Ross Way, Slip End, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4DD
Kensworth Church of England Primary School1.74 miles
Common Road, Kensworth, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 3RH
Caddington Village School1.91 miles
Five Oaks, Caddington, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4JD
Flamstead Village School1.94 miles
Trowley Hill Road, Flamstead, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 8DL
Gaddesden Row JMI School2.28 miles
Gaddesden Row, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 6HG
Studham CofE Village School2.50 miles
Church Road, Studham, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2QD
The Stockwood Park Academy2.59 miles
Rotheram Avenue, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 5PP
St Margaret of Scotland Catholic Primary School2.59 miles
Rotheram Avenue, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 5PP
St Mary's Catholic Primary School2.78 miles
Dunstable Road, Caddington, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4BB
Manshead School2.78 miles
Dunstable Road, Caddington, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4BB
Farley Junior School2.81 miles
Northdrift Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 5JF
The Chiltern School2.86 miles
Beech Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 3LY
Whipperley Infant Academy2.90 miles
Whipperley Ring, Farley Hill, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 5QY
Hillborough Junior School2.95 miles
Hillborough Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 5EZ
Health
Clinic
Beech Close2.91 miles
1-4 Beech Close, Beech Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 3SD
BPAS Luton 3.37 miles
The Albany, 2Nd Floor, 4 Cardiff Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1PP
Luton Wellbeing Service3.41 miles
Trend House, Dallow Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1LY
Brook East Of England (Luton)3.50 miles
1St Floor, St Nicholas House, 15-17 George Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2AF
Liverpool Road Health Centre3.52 miles
9 Mersey Place, Liverpool Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1HH
Lea Vale Health Limited3.52 miles
9 Mersey Place, Liverpool Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1HH
Mental Health and Social Care3.54 miles
Charter House, Alma Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2PL
Specsavers Hearcare-Bed-Lut-Luton3.55 miles
36 George Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2AZ
Collingdon Enterprises (Mental Health Services)3.58 miles
62-64 Collingdon Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1RX
Calnwood Court4.02 miles
Calnwood Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0LU
Dunstable Health Centre4.03 miles
Priory Gardens, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 3SU
Dr Freeman & Partners Surgery4.14 miles
89 West Street, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1SF
Specsavers Hearcare - Bed-Lut - Dunstable4.14 miles
17-19 Broadwalk, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4RH
Herts Community Gynae - Dacorum4.22 miles
Coleridge House Medical Centre, 2 Coleridge Crescent, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7PQ
Beacon House (Mental Health Services)4.31 miles
5 Regent Street, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1LR
Disability Resource Centre4.38 miles
Poynters Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4TP
GP
SEPAI TM0.31 miles
1 Hicks Road, Markyate, St Albans, Herts, AL3 8LJ
Dr HOWARD & partners1.86 miles
Caddington Surgery, 33 Manor Road, Caddington, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 4EE
Dr WARD & partners2.80 miles
Farley Hill Medical Centre, 5 Market Square, Farley Hill, Luton, LU1 5RD
Whipperley Medical Centre2.89 miles
Whipperley Medical Centre, Whipperley Ring, Luton, Beds, LU1 5QY
Dr SAHDEV & partner3.22 miles
Medici Medical Practice, 3 Windsor Street, Luton, Beds, LU1 3UA
Cardiff Road Surgery3.37 miles
The Surgery, 12 Cardiff Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1QG
Castle Street Surgery3.40 miles
39 Castle Street, Luton, Beds, Luton, LU1 3AG
Town Centre GP Surgery3.46 miles
Luton NHS Walk in Centre, 14-16 Chapel Street, Luton, Beds, LU1 2SE
BUTE HOUSE MEDICAL CENTRE3.47 miles
Grove Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1QJ
Dr WARD & partners - Lea Vale Medical Group3.52 miles
Lea Vale Medical Group, 9 Mersey Place, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1HH
Bell Hse Med Pract - Choudhury3.58 miles
163 Dunstable Road, Luton, Beds, LU1 1BW
Dr SUBRAMONY3.63 miles
3 Medina Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 8BD
Conway Medical Centre3.70 miles
Conway Medical Centre, 49 Westbourne Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire, LU4 8JD
Dr HODA3.72 miles
53 Leagrave Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 8HT
Kingsway Health Centre3.73 miles
385 Dunstable Road, Luton, Beds, Bedfordshire, LU4 8BY
Dr YANNY & partners3.78 miles
Lister House Surgery, 473-475 Dunstable Road, Luton, LU4 8DG
Hospital
London Road (Mental Health Services)2.94 miles
105 London Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3RG
BPAS Luton3.52 miles
First Floor, The Albany, 4 Cardiff Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2PP
Luton and Dunstable Hospital3.91 miles
The L&D Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Lewsey Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0DZ
Spire Harpenden Hospital4.53 miles
Spire Harpenden Hospital, Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4BP
Harpenden Memorial Hospital4.97 miles
Carlton Road, Harpenden, AL5 4TA
Hemel Hempstead Hospital6.01 miles
Hillfield Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4AD
Priory Hospital Hemel Hempstead7.42 miles
Longcroft Lane, Felden, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 0BN
St Albans City Hospital7.47 miles
Waverley Road, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5PN
Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital10.37 miles
School Lane, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, AL6 9PW
Wichellows Wharf (Mental Health Services)10.38 miles
The Elms, Stoke Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2TD
Hampden House11.09 miles
Elmside Walk, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1HB
Kingsley Green11.47 miles
Harper Lane, Shenley, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 9HQ
Pinehill Hospital11.61 miles
Benslow Lane, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 9QZ
Lister Hospital12.33 miles
Coreys Mill Lane, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 4AB
Mental Health Service (Lister Hospital)12.33 miles
Mental Health Unit, Lister Hospital, Coreys Mill Lane, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 4AB
Cygnet Hospital Stevenage12.34 miles
Graveley Road, Stevenage, SG1 4YS
Pharmacy
Markyate Pharmacy0.12 miles
40 High Street, Markyate, St Albans, AL3 8PB
Medigreen Ltd1.86 miles
31 Manor Road, Caddington, Luton, LU1 4EE
Mehra & Co Ltd2.80 miles
3-4 Market Square, Whipperley Ring, Farley Hill, Luton, LU1 5RD
Kamsons Pharmacy3.22 miles
1 Windsor Street, Luton,, LU1 3UA
Mayfield Pharmacy3.29 miles
12 Mayfield Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 4AP
Fg Bull Pharmacy3.35 miles
29 Castle Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3AG
Acorn Dispensing Chemist3.36 miles
138 Dallow Road, Luton,, LU1 1NE
J Sainsbury Pharmacy3.47 miles
J Sainsbury Store, 34 Dunstable Road, Luton, LU1 1DY
Se Morgan3.47 miles
16 Dunstable Road, Luton,, LU1 1DY
The Mall Pharmacy3.55 miles
Unit 3 Luton Mall, 46-48 George Street, Luton, LU1 2AZ
Superdrug Stores Plc3.55 miles
69-73 Arndale Centre, Luton, LU1 2TJ
Harris Chemist3.58 miles
165 Dunstable Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1BW
Boots3.58 miles
82-86 The Luton Arndale Centre, Luton, LU1 2BG
Sai Pharmacy3.61 miles
100 Dunstable Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1EH
Langdale Pharmacy3.62 miles
64 Langdale Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 3BS
Acorn Pharmacy3.65 miles
213 Dunstable Road, Luton,, LU4 8BN
Leisure
Park
MARKYATECELL PARK (Grade II Listed)0.45 miles
COTTAGE BOTTOM FIELDS2.76 miles
LUTON HOO (Grade II* Listed)3.11 miles
DUNSTABLE DOWNS4.09 miles
WARDOWN PARK (Grade II Listed)4.33 miles
LEWSEY FARM GREEN HOME ZONE4.57 miles
ASHRIDGE (Grade II* Listed)4.86 miles
HOWE GROVE WOOD4.90 miles
BATFORD SPRINGS5.53 miles
TOTTERNHOE KNOLLS5.92 miles
SHRUBHILL COMMON6.01 miles
HEMEL WATER GARDENS (Grade II Listed)6.06 miles
GALLEY AND WARDEN HILLS SSSI6.26 miles
PUTTERIDGE BURY (Grade II Listed)6.34 miles
MARSHALLS HEATH6.46 miles
GORHAMBURY (Grade II Listed)7.03 miles
Shop
Groceries
Nisa Local Markyate0.20 miles
66-68 High St, Nisa Local Markyate , St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 8HZ
Londis, St Albans0.38 miles
21 High Street, St Albans, AL3 8BX
Co-op Luton1.95 miles
Caddington, LU1 4EE
SPAR Farley Green2.45 miles
Spar Store, Farley Green Service Station, Bedfordshire, LU1 5QA
Nisa Local2.80 miles
10-12 Market Square, Farley Hill, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 5RD
Co-op Luton2.83 miles
Whipperley, LU1 5RD
Co-op Dunstable3.25 miles
Lowther Road, LU6 3NL
Family Choice Chapel Street3.27 miles
94-96 Chapel Street, Luton Bedfordshire LU1 5DD
Costcutter Luton3.27 miles
97-99 Castle Street, Luton, Bedfordsire, LU1 3AJ
Londis Downside Supermarket3.28 miles
14 Mayfield Road, Dunstable, LU5 4AP
Londis Kumar General Stores3.41 miles
66-68 Dallow Road, Luton, LU1 1LY
ALDI Laporte Retail Park3.44 miles
Luton, LU1 1HJ
SPAR Euro Garages - Viva3.54 miles
Spar Store, Dunstable Road, Bedfordshire, LU1 1BN
Iceland Luton Park St3.58 miles
51/61 Park Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3JX
Sainsbury's Luton3.59 miles
34 Dunstable Road, Luton, LU1 1DY
Farmfoods Luton3.61 miles
Unit 54a The Arndale Centre, Luton, LU1 2TE
Transport
Airport
London Luton Airport4.84 miles
London Heathrow Airport25.12 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 125.25 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 525.36 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 325.46 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 225.46 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 426.12 miles
London Stansted Airport31.18 miles
London City Airport31.91 miles
London Oxford Airport36.17 miles
London Gatwick Airport North Terminal48.38 miles
London Gatwick Airport48.83 miles
London Gatwick Airport South Terminal48.85 miles
Bus Stop
Village Hall (NE)0.03 miles
Village Hall (W)0.04 miles
Cavendish Road (NW)0.09 miles
Cavendish Road (SE)0.12 miles
Parkfield Road (E)0.21 miles
Parkfield Road (W)0.21 miles
Fire Station (NW)0.23 miles
Fire Station (SE)0.26 miles
Hicks Road Terminus (NE)0.29 miles
Corner Wood Park Close (S)0.31 miles
Hicks Road (SE)0.32 miles
Hicks Road (NW)0.32 miles
George Street Tates Garage (SE)0.41 miles
Long Meadow (NW)0.45 miles
Long Meadow (SE)0.45 miles
The Plume of Feathers PH (NW)0.60 miles
Ferry Port
London Zoo Waterbus Stop24.60 miles
Camden Lock Waterbus24.65 miles
Little Venice Waterbus Stop24.99 miles
Kew Pier25.47 miles
Richmond St. Helena Pier27.05 miles
Savoy Pier27.13 miles
Embankment Pier27.18 miles
Richmond Landing Stage27.18 miles
Festival Pier27.31 miles
Blackfriars Pier27.35 miles
London Eye Pier27.44 miles
Westminster Pier27.46 miles
Cadogan Pier27.65 miles
Bankside Pier27.72 miles
Twickenham Hammertons Pier27.76 miles
Putney Pier27.76 miles
Railway Station
Luton Rail Station3.77 miles
Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station3.80 miles
Leagrave Rail Station4.66 miles
Harpenden Rail Station5.12 miles
Berkhamsted Rail Station6.62 miles
Hemel Hempstead Rail Station6.69 miles
Tring Rail Station7.19 miles
Apsley Rail Station7.28 miles
St Albans Abbey Rail Station8.30 miles
St Albans City Rail Station8.43 miles
Cheddington Rail Station8.52 miles
Harlington (Beds) Rail Station8.68 miles
Kings Langley Rail Station9.16 miles
Park Street Rail Station9.43 miles
How Wood (Herts) Rail Station9.77 miles
Bricket Wood Rail Station10.22 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (AL3 8P*)
Number of Properties in Catchment330
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
CORNER COTTAGE, THE LYNCH
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QZ		£1,015,000
2021-06-17
detached
freehold
Sold 2016-02-08   £875,000
48, LYNCH HILL
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QY		£350,000
2020-10-29
detached
freehold
46, LYNCH HILL
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QY		£336,000
2020-01-17
semidetached
freehold
Sold 1996-05-03   £81,500
LYNCH FARM BARNS (THE ANNEXE), THE LYNCH
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QZ		£347,000
2019-12-20
detached
freehold
Sold 2017-08-25   £487,500
LYNCH FARM BARN, THE LYNCH
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QZ		£750,000
2019-12-13
detached
freehold
CORNER FARM (LAND AND BUILDINGS AT), THE LYNCH
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QZ		£1,055,000
2017-09-01
otherPropertyType
freehold
LYNCH FARM, THE LYNCH
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QZ		£1,375,000
2017-05-10
detached
freehold
ROW BEECH COTTAGES (2), WATLING STREET
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
HERTFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QT		£163,000
2015-12-17
terraced
freehold
Sold 1997-08-11   £74,950
ROW BEECH COTTAGES (4), WATLING STREET
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
HERTFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QT		£188,000
2015-09-18
terraced
freehold
Sold 2005-12-13   £165,000
Sold 2001-06-29   £98,000
Sold 1998-09-25   £80,000
Sold 1997-02-24   £37,000
42, LYNCH HILL
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QY		£250,000
2015-09-11
terraced
freehold
Sold 2006-04-21   £158,000
Sold 2000-05-16   £122,000
Sold 1998-02-09   £78,000
STONEY CROFT, THE LYNCH
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QZ		£790,000
2014-11-21
detached
freehold
LYNCH LODGE, THE LYNCH
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QZ		£2,200,000
2012-02-27
detached
freehold
Sold 2005-04-01   £1,550,000
WOODLANDS HOUSE, WATLING STREET

DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QP		£572,500
2009-12-04
detached
freehold
32, LYNCH HILL
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QY		£415,000
2009-10-30
semidetached
freehold
GREENVALE, WATLING STREET

DUNSTABLE
BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QP		£550,000
2008-04-18
detached
freehold
Sold 2003-11-07   £575,000
HARDACRE HOUSE, WATLING STREET
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QS		£618,000
2006-11-28
detached
freehold
Sold 2004-01-15   £545,000
Sold 1999-11-25   £235,000
Sold 1997-04-23   £160,000
ROW BEECH COTTAGES (5), WATLING STREET
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
HERTFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QT		£178,000
2004-12-20
terraced
freehold
44, LYNCH HILL
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QY		£126,000
2002-06-14
terraced
freehold
38, LYNCH HILL
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QY		£380,000
2000-05-11
detached
freehold
ROW BEECH COTTAGES (1), WATLING STREET
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
HERTFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QT		£100,000
1997-07-14
terraced
freehold
Sold 1995-01-31   £175,000
34, LYNCH HILL
KENSWORTH
DUNSTABLE
BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 3QY		£154,625
1995-07-20
semidetached
freehold
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