Retire to Hatfield
The vibrant town of Hatfield in Hertfordshire, just north of London, combines suburban comfort with historical charm. Surrounded by parks and green spaces, this is a friendly, well-connected town.
Local retirees love:
- Easy access to a variety of shops, cafés and restaurants – found in the refurbished Galleria shopping centre and along the high street.
- Hatfield House, a magnificent Jacobean mansion set amid extensive parkland, offering picturesque walking trails and local events.
- An active retirement with several golf clubs, including Hatfield London County Golf Club, Hatfield Bowls Club, a swimming pool and Hatfield Leisure Centre.
- A lively community with farmers’ markets, social clubs and seasonal festivals.
- Excellent transport links - with frequent trains to central London, plus major road connections.
5 retirement developments near Hatfield
Highclere House | Hatfield
Retirement Living- Properties 1 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Rent from £3,025 pcm
Welwyn Garden City | Welwyn Garden City
Retirement Living- Properties 47 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Purchase Properties at this development have not been released for sale yet. The listed prices are guide prices only. £310,000
- Rental available
Wheathampstead Apartments | Wheathampstead
Retirement Living- Properties 33 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Purchase Properties at this development have not been released for sale yet. The listed prices are guide prices only. £430,000
Wheathampstead Bungalows | Wheathampstead
Retirement Living- Properties 13 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Purchase Properties at this development have not been released for sale yet. The listed prices are guide prices only. £595,000
Eleanor House | St Albans
Retirement Living Plus- Properties 2 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Rent from £5,000 pcm
Explore places in the Hatfield area
Senior living in Hatfield
Charming Old Hatfield - the area’s original village - has retained its old-world charm and character, balancing modern amenities with a plentiful history and peaceful green spaces, making a quaint setting for any retirement.
Amenities in Hatfield
The town offers all the amenities you need for a happy retirement, mostly just a short walk from our retirement properties in Hatfield, including plenty of cafes, restaurants and pubs. The Red Lion Pub is a local favourite.
- Groceries
There are lots of supermarkets to choose from including an Aldi, Asda Superstore, and Tesco, with some food delivery services available as well. - Shops
The Galleria shopping centre has over 80 outlet-style shops including designer and high-street brands as well as a food court and cinema. - Healthcare
The new QEII Hospital in Welwyn Garden City is just 7 minutes drive from the town centre. You’ll also find lots of GP services, dental care, pharmacies and opticians in the town centre.
Things for retirees to do in Hatfield
There are plenty of things to see and do in this charming town:
• Green spaces like Hatfield Park, Sherrardspark Wood and the Cole Green Way offer serene walking and cycling routes.
• Hatfield offers a variety of clubs for older people, including, U3A, walking groups, singing, arts or book clubs.
• Community events, often centred around Hatfield Park or Hatfield House, like the Battle Proms and music festivals including Folk by the Oak.
• The Lee Valley Regional Park is a 22 minute drive away, offering 26 miles of lush greenery and waterscapes perfect for bird watching.
• For longer day trips, you can explore Cambridge, London, or the Chiltern Hills - all of which are around an hour away by car.
Transport and connections
Hatfield’s location on the outskirts of London means excellent transport links to the surrounding area.
- By car
The A1 runs through the town, connecting Hatfield to Welwyn Garden City, Stevenage, Edgware and London. - By bus
Bus services allow easy access to convenient travel to St Albans, Watford, and Hertford, - By rail
Hatfield Train Station provides direct services to central London, reaching Finsbury Park Station in 30 minutes and Kings Cross in 22 minutes. There are also regular trains to Welwyn Garden City, Stevenage, and Cambridge. - By air
The nearest airport to Hatfield is London Luton Airport, which is approximately 14 miles away and can be reached in just over half an hour.
Homeowner testimonials: telling it like it is
We believe we create great places to live. Beautiful award-winning retirement apartments in brilliant locations with thoughtful, reassuring, services on tap and a thriving friendly community on the doorstep.
But what do people living in our communities think? We regularly ask for feedback on everything from the sales and moving in process to the lifestyle and services. Here’s what our homeowners have to say:
On Friday morning, we head to the sky lounge for a coffee, on Sunday we bring our own drinks and sit in the bar. We also have craft mornings, sports nights, along with regular lunches out. It’s a lot of fun as everyone is welcome.
Dave (pictured with his wife and friends), homeowner, Uplands Place
Browse by Retirement Living services
Our retirement developments offer differing amenities and assisted living services. Choose from two options to find your perfect fit.
Retirement Living
Low-maintenance independent living for people aged 60 and over, with a House Manager on-site and a friendly community on the doorstep.
Retirement Living Plus
Independence combined with assisted living for people aged 70 and over, including an Estate Manager, on-site restaurant and optional personal care.
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