HP2 4DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Adeyfield in Hemel Hempstead. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Adeyfield East ward and the Hemel Hempstead constituency.
The people who live in HP2 4DE are typical of a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 33 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for HP2 4DE are sourced from Output Area E00189439 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HP2 4DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HP2 4DE.
143
33
£ 49,600 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HP2 4DE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 55% of tenure in HP2 4DE — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HP2 4DE. The average age is 33.4. 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 HP2 4DE is moderate at 51 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
The Adeyfield Academy
Dacorum Education Support Centre
Hobletts Manor Infants' School
Hobletts Manor Junior School
Saint Albert the Great Catholic Primary School
Broadfield Academy
The Reddings Primary School
Lime Walk Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Pommel Horse0.8 km
- Hemel Hempstead Football Club0.4 km
- The Plough0.8 km
- Crabtree0.4 km
- The Jubilee0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- McDonalds0.8 km
- Deshi Spice1.0 km
- Windmill Sandwich Bar1.0 km
- Baxterstorey LTD0.8 km
- Five Guys0.7 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Op Stores0.3 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Trattoria La Vigna1.0 km
- Quality Pizza and Kebabs0.4 km
- Greggs1.0 km
- New Happy Garden0.4 km
- The Royal0.4 km
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- A Bull & A Cow Butchers aka Nelsons0.3 km
- Prudens Bakery0.4 km
- Amanda Jane0.3 km
- ESSO MFG Everest Way0.3 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.2 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge Hotels Limited Hemel Hempstead Gateway0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Apsley2.5 km
- Hemel Hempstead3.1 km
- Kings Langley5.3 km
Bus Stops
- School0.1 km
- School0.2 km
- Windmill Road East0.2 km
- Everest Way0.2 km
- Abel Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HP24DE · Data under Open Government Licence