Postcode Analysis Welwyn Hatfield, East of England

HARMER GREEN LANE, AL6 0AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARMER GREEN LANE, AL6 0AT.

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Population

334

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 68,300 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: AL6 0AT 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

AL6 0AT is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £1.3M, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £1.3M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

home £1,343,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

AL6 0AT is a sought-after residential area on Harmer Green Lane, 0.6km from Digswell in Welwyn Garden City. Administratively it sits within Welwyn East ward and the Welwyn Hatfield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in AL6, AL6 0AT offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 87% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.3M. 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 AL6 0AT are sourced from Output Area E00121708 (shared with 12 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 AL6 0AT. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.7%
Asian / British Asian7.2%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,726,000

5 sales · Mean £ 1,413,200

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

AL6 0AT has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary9
Anti-social behaviour8
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order2

school Local Schools

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St John's CofE Primary School

Good227 pupils0.8 km
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Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School

Good205 pupils1.2 km
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Homerswood Primary and Nursery School

Good220 pupils1.2 km
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Waterside Academy

Good182 pupils1.3 km
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Knightsfield School

Outstanding57 pupils1.3 km
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Monk's Walk School

Good1375 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Digswell Water B&B0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Welwyn North Stores0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Cowper Arms0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Welwyn North0.2 km
  • Welwyn2.1 km
  • Welwyn Garden City2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Welwyn North Railway Station0.2 km
  • Welwyn North Rail Station0.2 km
  • Welwyn North Rail Station0.2 km
  • Mornington0.3 km
  • Welwyn North Railway Station0.3 km