Postcode Analysis St Albans, East of England

PRINCESS DIANA DRIVE, AL4 0DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRINCESS DIANA DRIVE, AL4 0DY.

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Population

510

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. AL4 0DY's low deprivation rank, 61% ownership, and £1.2M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.2M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

AL4 0DY is a safe, established residential area on Princess Diana Drive, 0.2km from Hill End in St Albans. Administratively it sits within Hill End ward and the St Albans constituency.

For families considering a move, AL4 0DY represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M.

Census 2021 statistics for AL4 0DY are sourced from Output Area E00120256 (shared with 19 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 AL4 0DY. 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

White / British82.7%
Asian / British Asian7.1%
Black / African / Caribbean4.3%
Other / Mixed5.9%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,250,000

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

AL4 0DY has low crime rates — 34 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.

Violence and sexual offences52
Anti-social behaviour17
Criminal damage and arson16
Burglary13
Other theft12

school Local Schools

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Links Academy

Good4 pupils0.2 km
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Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School

Good970 pupils0.5 km
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Windermere Primary School

Good182 pupils0.9 km
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Beaumont School

Outstanding1496 pupils0.9 km
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Camp Primary and Nursery School

Good234 pupils1.0 km
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Oakwood Primary School

Outstanding317 pupils1.1 km
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Cunningham Hill Infant School

Outstanding174 pupils1.3 km
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Cunningham Hill Junior School

Outstanding237 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Oaklands Stores0.6 km
  • Betty's Bargains0.6 km
  • Jhoots Pharmacy0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Wongs Fish and Chips0.6 km
  • Harpers Kebab0.4 km
  • ST Chi Oriental0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Royston Club0.9 km
  • The Plough PH1.0 km
  • The Speckled Hen0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • St Albans2.1 km
  • St Albans Abbey3.2 km
  • Park Street3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Princess Diana Drive0.2 km
  • Princess Diana Drive0.2 km
  • Marconi Way0.3 km
  • Russet Drive0.4 km
  • Russet Drive0.4 km