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Hemel Hempstead
City in Luton, United Kingdom
Overview
Hemel Hempstead is a lively commuter town in Hertfordshire, blending historic charm with modern amenities. Its rich heritage, busy Old Town, and riverside walks make it appealing for families and day-trippers alike.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Unitary Authority
Luton
Population
94,932
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.75°, -0.45°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
80
Female Safety
83
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
78
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$3,000
Local Cost
$1,880
Local Income
$2,700
Cashless
98
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
273 Mbps
Upload
93 Mbps
Latency
9 ms
City Vibrancy
74
Coworking
0
Cafes
16
Nightlife
17
Parks
41
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
LTN
Distance
15 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 23 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 83/100.
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