Postcode Analysis Dacorum, East of England

ABSTACLE HILL, HP23 4DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABSTACLE HILL, HP23 4DA.

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Population

341

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 56,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HP23 4DA 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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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HP23 4DA combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£529k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 7.3% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HP23 4DA is a sought-after residential area on Abstacle Hill, 0.7km from Tring in Tring. Administratively it sits within Tring West and Rural ward and the South West Hertfordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, HP23 4DA is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £529k, up 7.3% year-on-year. 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 HP23 4DA are sourced from Output Area E00118986 (shared with 161 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 HP23 4DA. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 480,000

5 sales · Mean £ 524,000

Semi-Detached

£ 525,000

1 sales · Mean £ 525,000

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

HP23 4DA has low crime rates — 22 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences22
Anti-social behaviour21
Vehicle crime8
Criminal damage and arson8
Drugs4

school Local Schools

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Goldfield Infants' and Nursery School

Outstanding218 pupils0.4 km
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Bishop Wood Church of England Junior School, Tring

Good226 pupils0.7 km
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Dundale Primary School and Nursery

Good204 pupils1.2 km
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Tring School

Good1544 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Culture Bakery0.7 km
  • Healthfare0.9 km
  • Lifestyle0.6 km
  • Little Convenience Store0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Akeman0.7 km
  • The Anchor0.3 km
  • The Bell0.8 km
  • The Black Horse0.8 km
  • The Castle0.6 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Oh Phuket!0.9 km
  • BARACUDA0.8 km
  • Black Goo0.6 km
  • Costa0.6 km
  • Crockers Chefs Table0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Atkins Master Bakers0.3 km
  • Bhujon Indian Bengladeshi Takeaway0.2 km
  • Canton City0.3 km
  • Chicken Grill (Chick-King)0.8 km
  • Chinatown0.7 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tring3.6 km
  • Wendover6.2 km
  • Cheddington7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • St Joseph's0.1 km
  • St Joseph's0.1 km
  • Barbers Walk0.2 km
  • Barbers Walk0.2 km
  • Miswell Lane0.3 km