AL4 0DF is a safe, established residential area on Princess Diana Drive, 0.4km from Hill End in St Albans. Administratively it sits within Hill End ward and the St Albans constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for AL4 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00120256 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRINCESS DIANA DRIVE, AL4 0DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRINCESS DIANA DRIVE, AL4 0DF.
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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
AL4 0DF is an established family neighbourhood — 61% 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 AL4 0DF. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL4 0DF has low crime rates — 29 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
Links Academy
Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School
Beaumont School
Oakwood Primary School
Windermere Primary School
Camp Primary and Nursery School
Fleetville Infant and Nursery School
Fleetville Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Oaklands Stores0.4 km
- Betty's Bargains0.4 km
- Jhoots Pharmacy0.6 km
- Spar1.0 km
- Central Off Licence1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Wongs Fish and Chips0.4 km
- Bean Central1.0 km
- Lantern House0.9 km
- Harpers Kebab0.6 km
- ST Chi Oriental0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Royston Club0.9 km
- Kwik-Kitchen0.9 km
- The Speckled Hen0.4 km
- The Rats Castle0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Zaffran One0.9 km
- PattyStop0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Albans2.1 km
- St Albans Abbey3.2 km
- Park Street4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Princess Diana Drive0.0 km
- Princess Diana Drive0.0 km
- Marconi Way0.1 km
- Wynches Farm Drive0.3 km
- Wynches Farm Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: AL40DF · Data under Open Government Licence