AL4 0AS is a safe, established residential area on Russet Drive, 0.3km from Hill End in St Albans. Administratively it sits within Hill End ward and the St Albans constituency.
For families considering a move, AL4 0AS represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 37 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k.
Census 2021 statistics for AL4 0AS are sourced from Output Area E00120256 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUSSET DRIVE, AL4 0AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUSSET DRIVE, AL4 0AS.
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37
£ 0 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 37, AL4 0AS has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 AL4 0AS. The average age is 36.8. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 330,000
5 sales · Mean £ 306,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL4 0AS 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
Windermere Primary School
Links Academy
Camp Primary and Nursery School
Cunningham Hill Infant School
Cunningham Hill Junior School
Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School
Samuel Ryder Academy
Beaumont School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Harpers Kebab0.0 km
- ST Chi Oriental0.9 km
- Wongs Fish and Chips0.9 km
- Seaworld0.8 km
- The Camp Fish Bar0.8 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Oaklands Stores0.9 km
- Martins0.8 km
- Spar1.0 km
- St Albans Pharmacy0.8 km
- Sutton Road Convenience Store0.8 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Rats Castle0.9 km
- LRERA0.7 km
- Kwik-Kitchen0.9 km
- The Speckled Hen0.9 km
- The Royston Club0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- PattyStop0.9 km
- Zaffran One0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Albans1.8 km
- St Albans Abbey2.8 km
- Park Street3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Claughton Court0.0 km
- Claughton Court0.0 km
- Bramley Way0.1 km
- Hill End Lane0.1 km
- Camp Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: AL40AS · Data under Open Government Licence