Hagsfeld was first mentioned in 991 as "Habachesfelt" and in 1261 as "Hagesvelt." After the Thirty Years' War, the village had only 45 inhabitants. In 1891, the connection to the local railway from Durmersheim to Spöck made commuting to Karlsruhe easier for the 350 factory workers who had previously had to travel there. After the unincorporated area of Hardtwald was dissolved in 1930, the village's area doubled. Its history as an independent municipality ended in 1938 when it was incorporated into Karlsruhe. Despite its over 1,000-year history, Hagsfeld, which suffered severe destruction in World War II, no longer has a historic village center. A large industrial park and a new housing development characterize the district, as does the through traffic on the L 604 state road. Traffic relief, noise reduction, and additional shopping opportunities are therefore major concerns for the residents of Hagsfeld. Nevertheless, Hagsfeld now has a new youth center and, apart from the traffic, the district offers plenty of nature with forests and meadows.