AL6 0DW is a sought-after residential area on Foxley Grove, 0.3km from Digswell in Welwyn Garden City. Administratively it sits within Welwyn East ward and the Welwyn Hatfield constituency.
For serious buyers, AL6 0DW is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 89% 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 £642k. 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 0DW are sourced from Output Area E00121707 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FOXLEY GROVE, AL6 0DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOXLEY GROVE, AL6 0DW.
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44
£ 68,300 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: AL6 0DW 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, AL6 0DW combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£642k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £642k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL6 0DW. The average age is 44.1. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 642,500
2 sales · Mean £ 642,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL6 0DW has low crime rates — 18 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.
school Local Schools
St John's CofE Primary School
Homerswood Primary and Nursery School
Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School
Knightsfield School
Monk's Walk School
Waterside Academy
Tenterfield Nursery School
Welwyn St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Lokkelebery Vineyard0.9 km
- Welwyn North Stores0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Digswell Water B&B0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Cowper Arms0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Welwyn North0.2 km
- Welwyn2.1 km
- Welwyn Garden City2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Welwyn North Rail Station0.2 km
- Welwyn North Rail Station0.2 km
- Welwyn North Railway Station0.2 km
- Welwyn North Railway Station0.2 km
- Station Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: AL60DW · Data under Open Government Licence