How much do houses cost in AL5 1AL?

The average property price in AL5 1AL is currently around £1.0M.

What is the population of AL5 1AL?

The population for the AL5 1AL area is approximately 347 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis St Albans, East of England

AYRES END LANE, AL5 1AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AYRES END LANE, AL5 1AL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

347

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 59,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: AL5 1AL 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.

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9/10

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1/10

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7/10

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2/10

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10/10

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2/10

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8/10

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2/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. AL5 1AL's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £1.0M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.0M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

AL5 1AL is a well-regarded residential area on Ayres End Lane, 0.1km from Ayres End in St Albans. Administratively it sits within Sandridge & Wheathampstead ward and the Hitchin and Harpenden constituency.

For serious buyers, AL5 1AL is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Prices average £1.0M. 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 AL5 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00120585 (shared with 21 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 AL5 1AL. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%

Asian / British Asian1.7%

Black / African / Caribbean1.2%

Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 1,325,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,325,000

Terraced

£ 725,000

1 sales · Mean £ 725,000

Detached

£ 2,939,500

1 sales · Mean £ 2,939,500

school Local Schools

The Grove Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding315 pupils1.5 km

The Grove Junior School

Good347 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

West End Barns also trading as This Blondie Bakes0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Harpenden2.7 km
St Albans5.3 km
St Albans Abbey5.8 km