AL5 1DF is a sought-after residential area on Little Lane, 0.8km from Bowling Alley in Harpenden. Administratively it sits within Harpenden South ward and the Hitchin and Harpenden constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in AL5, AL5 1DF offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.6M. 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 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00120324 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LITTLE LANE, AL5 1DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LITTLE LANE, AL5 1DF.
290
48
£ 72,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: AL5 1DF 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. AL5 1DF's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £1.6M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL5 1DF. The average age is 48.2. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 1,570,000
2 sales · Mean £ 1,570,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL5 1DF has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Grove Junior School
The Grove Infant and Nursery School
St Dominic Catholic Primary School
High Beeches Primary School
Crabtree Junior School
Crabtree Infants' School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Carpenters Arms Ph0.5 km
- The Plough and Harrow0.7 km
- Harpenden Common Golf Club0.4 km
- The Engineer Ph0.5 km
- The Queens Head0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Cafe Aroma0.6 km
- Lazy Bear0.6 km
- Well Bean Cafe (The Harpenden Trust)0.6 km
- Sarakh0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- BENTOZO0.6 km
- Emilio's0.6 km
- Rice & Spice0.6 km
- Skippers0.7 km
- The Regent0.6 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Jas News0.7 km
- Jelleys Meats0.6 km
- Co-op Food Harpenden0.6 km
- Simmons Bakers0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harpenden1.6 km
- St Albans6.0 km
- St Albans Abbey6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Burnsall Place0.3 km
- Broadstone Road0.5 km
- Broadstone Road Hail and Ride0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: AL51DF · Data under Open Government Licence