AL3 4DP is a sought-after residential area on Verulam Road, 1.1km from Townsend in St Albans. Administratively it sits within St Peters ward and the St Albans constituency.
The people who live in AL3 4DP are typical of a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 4DP are sourced from Output Area E00120480 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VERULAM ROAD, AL3 4DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VERULAM ROAD, AL3 4DP.
305
44
£ 77,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: AL3 4DP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. AL3 4DP spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL3 4DP. The average age is 44.0. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL3 4DP has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Muriel Green Nursery School
St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
Aboyne Lodge Junior Mixed and Infant School
Alban City School
The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans
Maple Primary School
Garden Fields Junior Mixed and Infant School
Batchwood School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
35 nearby- Artoplasia Greek Bakery0.9 km
- Hotel Chocolat0.8 km
- Oliver Bonas0.9 km
- TK Maxx,0.9 km
- Batchwood Stores0.8 km
- + 30 more
Pub, NightClub
29 nearby- The Farriers Arms0.5 km
- The Verulam0.5 km
- St Albans Townsend Tennis & Bowls Club0.9 km
- Slug and Lettuce0.9 km
- Sucker Punch0.7 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
71 nearby- Bellacino's0.7 km
- Caffe Nero0.8 km
- Crepeaffaire0.7 km
- Leafy0.7 km
- Nando's0.8 km
- + 66 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Cha & Nasta (The Hideout Kafe)0.9 km
- The Meating Room0.8 km
- Kiosk0.9 km
- Mooboo St Albans0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Travelodge0.9 km
- Premier Inn0.8 km
- The Samuel Ryder Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Albans Abbey1.3 km
- St Albans1.7 km
- Park Street3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Folly Lane0.0 km
- Verulam Road0.0 km
- Verulam Road0.0 km
- Portland Street inbound0.1 km
- Oysterfields0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: AL34DP · Data under Open Government Licence