Postcode Analysis St Albans, East of England

VERULAM ROAD, AL3 4DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VERULAM ROAD, AL3 4DA.

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Population

363

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 72,200 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: AL3 4DA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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10/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. AL3 4DA's low deprivation rank, 55% ownership, and £390k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £390k.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

AL3 4DA is a well-regarded residential area on Verulam Road, 1.0km from St. Albans in St Albans. Administratively it sits within Verulam ward and the St Albans constituency.

For renters and young professionals, AL3 4DA offers a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. Outside of residential hours, big city services, with accommodation and food. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 41% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (142 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £390k. 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 4DA are sourced from Output Area E00120567 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL3 4DA. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.2%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 51%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 292,500

8 sales · Mean £ 313,850

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime rates near AL3 4DA are high at 142 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences289
Shoplifting187
Anti-social behaviour171
Other theft58
Public order57

school Local Schools

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Muriel Green Nursery School

Good70 pupils0.4 km
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Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School

Good201 pupils0.4 km
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The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans

Good187 pupils0.5 km
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Alban City School

Good387 pupils0.6 km
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St Peter's School

Good290 pupils0.7 km
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Maple Primary School

Good250 pupils0.8 km
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Loreto College

Outstanding955 pupils0.8 km
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St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans

Good178 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

44 nearby
  • Artoplasia Greek Bakery0.2 km
  • Hotel Chocolat0.2 km
  • Oliver Bonas0.2 km
  • TK Maxx,0.2 km
  • Waverley Road Post Office0.9 km
  • + 39 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • B&B0.9 km
  • Travelodge0.3 km
  • Premier Inn0.4 km
  • The Samuel Ryder Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

45 nearby
  • Jolly Sailor0.9 km
  • The Farriers Arms0.1 km
  • The Verulam0.2 km
  • St Albans Townsend Tennis & Bowls Club0.9 km
  • Slug and Lettuce0.3 km
  • + 40 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

91 nearby
  • Bellacino's0.1 km
  • Cafe Alfresco0.7 km
  • Caffe Nero0.1 km
  • Crepeaffaire0.1 km
  • Leafy0.1 km
  • + 86 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Pizza GoGo0.5 km
  • Sushi Gourmet @ Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Cha & Nasta (The Hideout Kafe)0.5 km
  • Ramen Electra catering @0.5 km
  • The Meating Room0.5 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • H&H Food & Wine0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Tesco Express0.3 km
  • Iceland Foods0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • St Albans Abbey0.8 km
  • St Albans1.1 km
  • Park Street2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Town Hall0.2 km
  • Town Hall0.2 km
  • Police Station0.2 km
  • The Peahen PH0.2 km
  • St Peter's Street0.3 km