The Common, Harpenden, AL5 3

A very rare opportunity to purchase this common land in one of the most sought-after areas in Hertfordshire. The land is very picturesque and fronts onto a number of substantial dwellings, offering the purchaser an investment opportunity or providing adjoining residents the chance to secure and regularise their frontage, providing a cleaner title position for any future sale.

Kinsbourne Green is a quiet and sought-after location on the northern fringe of Harpenden, which is renowned for its comprehensive facilities and amenities, excellent schools, and rail service to London. It is also well-placed for good road and air links.
Approximately 3.57 acres (1.44 hectares) in total.

Method of Sale
The freehold of the land is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole or in lots until Friday 14th August 2026.

Tenure and possession
The land is available with Vacant Possession, subject to common land and public access rights.

Planning, development and use
The land is classified as Common Land in the Green Belt. As such, there are various obligations and restrictions relating to the land; particularly that the general public are entitled to access the land and enclosing or changing the use of the land requires special permission from the Secretary of State (please seek independent advice on this).

Transfer and completion
The sale will proceed by way of a direct Land Registry transfer using form TP1, as opposed to sale contract and transfer. A full legal pack is available and will be issued following agreement of a sale. A 10% deposit will be payable by the buyer, and parties will be required to complete the transfer within six weeks of agreeing the sale.

Costs
The buyer will pay the seller’s reasonable legal and professional fees, estimated at £3,000 plus VAT and expenses.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
In accordance with the most recent AML legislation the purchaser will be required to provide proof of identity and address.

Easements, Covenants and Rights of Way
The property is sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements, public or private rights of way, covenants and restrictions, whether stated in these particulars or not.

Viewing
Viewing is permitted at any time.
Health and Safety
Due to the nature and position of the land we ask that you take care when making any inspection, for your own personal safety and that of others.

Local Authority
St Albans District Council.

Description
The land offered for sale is wholly registered as common land. The property will be offered for sale as a whole or in various lots until 14th August 2026.
In total extending to 3.57 acres (1.44 hectares), the land comprises narrow strips of frontage along Luton Road (A1081), serving around 13 residential properties, together with a small section forming part of The Fox public house car park.
Beyond Derwent Road, the land extends along the southern side of The Common, featuring an open grass area with mature tree boundaries to the north and east, providing screening from the roadside. This land extends toward Annables Lane.
North of Annables Lane, the land is densely vegetated adjoining Chamberlaines Road and includes the lower section of Chamberlaines Road, where it meets Annables Lane at a T-junction.
South of Annables Lane, a further open and level parcel provides a well-maintained strip of grassland with a scattering of trees, fronting residential properties. Occupiers enjoy access across the land to reach their properties.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Weldon Beesly, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:

1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must be relied upon as statements or representations of face. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Weldon Beesly have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchaser(s) must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 3. We have not made any investigations into the existence or otherwise of any issues concerning pollution of land, air or water contamination and the Purchaser(s) is/are responsible for making their own enquiries in this regard. 4. Particulars of sale prepared in August 2026 and photographs taken in April 2026. 5. If there is any point you need clarification on, please contact the office in the first instance to avoid a wasted journey to the property.