AL7 1AH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bridgefields, 0.7km from Haldens in Welwyn Garden City. Administratively it sits within Peartree ward and the Welwyn Hatfield constituency.
Within the AL7 district, this postcode is characterised by a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. By day, the area transitions to a business parks character: manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. With residents averaging 32 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. Employment levels are high (68% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for AL7 1AH are sourced from Output Area E00190264 (shared with 477 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIDGEFIELDS, AL7 1AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGEFIELDS, AL7 1AH.
217
32
£ 46,200 /yr
78%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: AL7 1AH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
With 78% economic activity and an average age of 32, AL7 1AH is squarely in the young professional bracket — careers being built, not wound down. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL7 1AH. The average age is 32.4. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around AL7 1AH is moderate at 55 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Panshanger Primary School
The Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Ridgeway Academy
Peartree Primary School
Waterside Academy
Templewood Primary School
Ludwick Nursery School
Holwell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Artizian Catering-Roche Products Ltd0.4 km
- The Great Wall Chinese Restaurant0.9 km
- Bedtime Beers Ltd0.9 km
- Cafe Nero0.9 km
- Cote Brasserie1.0 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Tesco0.4 km
- Iceland1.0 km
- Waitrose0.8 km
- Aldi0.3 km
- Tesco0.4 km
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Cheers & Beers Ltd0.9 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- Hotel Chocolat0.8 km
- Londis Eastbridge0.4 km
- Simmons (Bakers) Ltd0.9 km
- + 16 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Valeside Catering0.8 km
- Welwyn Garden City Travelodge0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Burger King1.0 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Masterchef and Shakes0.7 km
- Megna Indian Take Away0.4 km
- Subway0.9 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Two Willows1.0 km
- The Bakehouse0.3 km
- The Sheldan Inn0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Welwyn0.2 km
- Welwyn Garden City0.8 km
- Welwyn North2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Business Parks South0.2 km
- Royal Mail Depot0.2 km
- Royal Mail Depot0.2 km
- Business Parks North0.2 km
- Shire Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: AL71AH · Data under Open Government Licence