Postcode Analysis Welwyn Hatfield, East of England

WARREN WAY, AL6 0DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WARREN WAY, AL6 0DQ.

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Population

366

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 68,300 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: AL6 0DQ 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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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, AL6 0DQ combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£947k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £947k 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

AL6 0DQ is a sought-after residential area on Warren Way, 0.1km 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 0DQ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £947k. 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 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00121720 (shared with 10 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 0DQ. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 795,000

6 sales · Mean £ 793,166

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

AL6 0DQ has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour11
Burglary4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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St John's CofE Primary School

Good227 pupils0.8 km
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Homerswood Primary and Nursery School

Good220 pupils0.8 km
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Knightsfield School

Outstanding57 pupils0.9 km
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Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School

Good205 pupils0.9 km
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Monk's Walk School

Good1375 pupils1.1 km
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Tenterfield Nursery School

Outstanding69 pupils1.2 km
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Waterside Academy

Good182 pupils1.4 km
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Welwyn St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Outstanding419 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Lokkelebery Vineyard0.9 km
  • Welwyn North Stores0.4 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Digswell Water B&B0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Cowper Arms0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Welwyn North0.3 km
  • Welwyn2.0 km
  • Welwyn Garden City2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Station Road0.3 km
  • Station Road0.3 km
  • Welwyn North Rail Station0.3 km
  • Welwyn North Rail Station0.3 km
  • Welwyn North Railway Station0.4 km