Knebworth has a unique heritage which informs its identity and future evolution. The villages of Old Knebworth and Knebworth have evolved through the arrival of modern transport infrastructure, specifically the coming of the railway in 1850, with the station at Knebworth arriving in 1884 and the A1(M) motorway in the 1960s.

The North Hertfordshire Local Plan 2011-2036 (adopted November 2022) has identified and allocated suitable land west of Knebworth for new homes, supported by new infrastructure, to benefit the whole village.

HarperCrewe is the new development partner bringing forward these new homes. Founded on the principles of building attractive homes that are sympathetically designed to reflect their surroundings. Having reviewed the previous masterplan and proposals, HarperCrewe is now refining the scheme and undertaking further work to bring forward a deliverable and sustainable community in Knebworth.

Our goal is to preserve Knebworth’s historical charm while meeting modern housing needs by integrating in the new developments with the existing community inspired by Garden Village principles. Sites KB1 and KB2 have been allocated in the North Herts Local Plan as suitably located to deliver new homes in the district. The Plan’s policies seek to ensure that these sites align with sustainable growth principles, balancing environmental constraints whilst delivering wider community benefits.