WD24 is a postcode district in Watford, East of England, covering 524 active and 250 retired postcodes.
The largest share of WD24 (19%) is characterised by a diverse inner-city area with high ethnic variety and urban energy, alongside an area where many residents are new to the country, mostly renting privately (13%). A further 13% of the district is made up of a council estate or housing association area with many young families. This mix of 9 distinct neighbourhood types makes WD24 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in WD24 are around £396k, down 2.9% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across WD24 at 227 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. With an average age of 37, WD24 has a young professional to mixed-family community — active, with a healthy balance of renters and owner-occupiers.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full WD24 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
WD24 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the WD24 postcode area.
17,088
37
£ 49,100 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 37, WD24 has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £396k. Property prices are trending down 2.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Parkgate Junior School
Parkgate Infants' and Nursery School
The Watford UTC
Beechfield School
The Orchard Primary School
Cherry Tree Primary School
Knutsford Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
47 nearby- R H Newsagents
- Gopuff
- Afccos
- Ambrose News
- Asda Pharmacy
- + 42 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Cother Arms
- Dunnings Bar And Restaurant
- Everett Rovers
- Glenn Sports & Social Club
- North Watford Conservative Club
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
46 nearby- Ness Cafe
- Asda Cafe
- Baba Chai
- Caffee Beldj Limited
- C'est Juice
- + 41 more
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- AB Lighting Ltd
- Bazil Pizza Ltd
- Domino's Pizza
- Dragon Garden
- Farmhouse Pizza Also T/A Giant's Burger
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Asda Stores
- Co-operative Group
- Magazin Romanesc Maria
- Tesco
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Area Profile: WD24 · Data under Open Government Licence