AL2 1DW is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from North Cottages in St Albans. Administratively it sits within London Colney ward and the St Albans constituency.
For families considering a move, AL2 1DW represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for AL2 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00120384 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AL2 1DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AL2 1DW.
414
37
£ 56,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
AL2 1DW is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL2 1DW. The average age is 36.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL2 1DW has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bowmansgreen Primary School
London Colney Primary & Nursery School
Saint Bernadette Catholic Primary School
Samuel Ryder Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The White Horse0.9 km
- St Albans Irish Association0.0 km
- London Colney Football Club0.0 km
- Old Verulamians0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Cotlandswick Leisure Centre0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.3 km
- Aylett Nurseries & Seasons Cafe0.3 km
- The Coffee Shop @ Maidenhead Aquatic0.3 km
- Cinnamon Lounge0.5 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Shish & Grill0.6 km
- Duchess Of Delhi0.9 km
- New Ocean Fish Bar0.9 km
- Sapore D'Italia0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Co-op Food London Colney0.9 km
- Simmons Bakers0.9 km
- A1 London Colney0.9 km
- Cold Candy0.9 km
- Party King0.9 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Park Street2.3 km
- St Albans2.6 km
- How Wood2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Ayletts Nurseries0.2 km
- Harvey Road0.4 km
- Harvey Road0.4 km
- Leisure Centre0.5 km
- Leisure Centre0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: AL21DW · Data under Open Government Licence