THE average cost of a home in the St Albans district is now more than £330,000 – making it one of the most expensive areas to live in the country.

Figures released by Nationwide this morning suggest and eight per cent rise in the last year – the fastest rate of growth in the outer London area – to £330,730.

The average price of a home in England is now £182,192.

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