AL3 4AE is a sought-after residential area on Spinneys Drive, 0.6km from St Julians in St Albans. Administratively it sits within Verulam ward and the St Albans constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in AL3, AL3 4AE offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £2.2M. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for AL3 4AE are sourced from Output Area E00120565 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SPINNEYS DRIVE, AL3 4AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPINNEYS DRIVE, AL3 4AE.
298
43
£ 72,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: AL3 4AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. AL3 4AE's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £2.2M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £2.2M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL3 4AE. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 2,250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 2,250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL3 4AE has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Prae Wood Primary School
The Marlborough Science Academy
The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
St Adrian Roman Catholic Primary School
Muriel Green Nursery School
St Peter's School
Mandeville Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Westfield's News0.5 km
- Halfords1.0 km
- Verulamium Museum0.9 km
- Deli in the Park @0.7 km
- Costcutter Priya Stores1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The King Harry Ph0.5 km
- Abbey Theatre0.6 km
- The Six Bells Ph0.9 km
- Ye Olde Fighting Cocks Ph0.7 km
- The Lower Red Lion0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Crussh Juice Bars0.5 km
- Caffe Carluccio's0.8 km
- Inn On The Park0.7 km
- Servest Catering @ Premier Foods0.8 km
- Dee Dee's Family Cafe1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Sushi Gourmet @ Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Cheong's Chinese1.0 km
- Golden Grill1.0 km
- Smoky Boys1.0 km
- Sunlight Fish and Chips1.0 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- The Range Home and Leisure & Iceland1.0 km
- Waitrose0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Albans Abbey0.8 km
- St Albans1.9 km
- Park Street2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Mortimer Crescent0.1 km
- Mortimer Crescent0.1 km
- Cardinal Grove0.2 km
- Prae Wood School0.3 km
- St Columba's College0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: AL34AE · Data under Open Government Licence