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Harpenden
City in Luton, United Kingdom
Overview
Harpenden is a charming commuter town in Hertfordshire, known for its leafy green spaces, excellent schools, and lively local life. With a mix of modern amenities and traditional English character, it attracts families and professionals seeking tranquility near London. The town offers a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of outdoor activities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Unitary Authority
Luton
Population
30,674
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.82°, -0.36°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
90
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
99
Monthly Cost
$3,879
Local Cost
$2,280
Local Income
$3,300
Cashless
95
English
100
Temperature
10.0°C
Summer Avg
16.4°C
Winter Avg
4.1°C
Record High
34.3°C
Record Low
-8.2°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
711 mm
Internet Speed
99 Mbps
Upload
34 Mbps
Latency
23 ms
City Vibrancy
50
Coworking
2
Cafes
17
Nightlife
19
Parks
12
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
LTN
Distance
7 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 90 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 80/100.
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