AL4 0DS is a sought-after residential area on Pinewood Close, 0.8km from Hill End in St Albans. Administratively it sits within Clarence ward and the St Albans constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in AL4, AL4 0DS offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £561k, down 14.4% year-on-year. 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 AL4 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00120186 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PINEWOOD CLOSE, AL4 0DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PINEWOOD CLOSE, AL4 0DS.
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£ 72,900 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: AL4 0DS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. AL4 0DS's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £561k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £561k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 14.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL4 0DS. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 530,000
13 sales · Mean £ 505,507
Semi-Detached
£ 575,000
1 sales · Mean £ 575,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL4 0DS has low crime rates — 22 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
Beaumont School
Oakwood Primary School
Links Academy
Fleetville Infant and Nursery School
Camp Primary and Nursery School
Fleetville Junior School
Windermere Primary School
Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- The Oasis1.0 km
- Tavah0.9 km
- PattyStop0.5 km
- Souvlaki City0.7 km
- Nonno's Pizza0.7 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Al Barka Mini Market1.0 km
- Fleetville Post Office0.7 km
- Jhoots Pharmacy0.8 km
- Central Off Licence0.6 km
- Oaklands Stores0.4 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Kwik-Kitchen0.5 km
- The Speckled Hen0.3 km
- The Rats Castle0.5 km
- The Royston Club0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Lantern House0.5 km
- Harpers Kebab0.8 km
- ST Chi Oriental0.4 km
- Wongs Fish and Chips0.4 km
- The Camp Fish Bar0.7 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Albans1.8 km
- St Albans Abbey2.9 km
- Park Street4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Oakwood Drive0.1 km
- Oakwood Drive0.1 km
- Ashley Road0.3 km
- Oakdene Way0.3 km
- Oakdene Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: AL40DS · Data under Open Government Licence