Postcode Analysis Dacorum, East of England

HAYNES MEAD, HP4 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAYNES MEAD, HP4 1BU.

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Population

299

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 72,600 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HP4 1BU 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.

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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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10/10
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1/10
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Area Character

HP4 1BU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £675k, 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £675k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 17.5% year-on-year.

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

HP4 1BU is a sought-after residential area on Haynes Mead, 0.7km from Gossom's End in Berkhamsted. Administratively it sits within Berkhamsted Castle ward and the South West Hertfordshire constituency.

For serious buyers, HP4 1BU is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 92% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £675k, up 17.5% 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 HP4 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00118686 (shared with 9 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 HP4 1BU. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.0%
Asian / British Asian5.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 675,000

3 sales · Mean £ 665,666

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

HP4 1BU has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour11
Other theft8
Violence and sexual offences8
Burglary6
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Bridgewater Primary School

Good457 pupils0.2 km
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Westfield Primary School and Nursery

Outstanding216 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Northchurch

Good187 pupils0.7 km
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St Thomas More Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

Requires Improvement178 pupils1.2 km
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Greenway Primary and Nursery School

Good223 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Shell Budgens Berkhamsted1.0 km
  • Westfield Stores0.8 km
  • Everyone Active Sports & Leisure Management0.6 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.6 km
  • Community Pantry at Northchurch Baptist Church0.7 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Bon Soiree Cafe0.8 km
  • DJ's Playzone0.4 km
  • The Way Inn - Open Door0.9 km
  • Verandah1.0 km
  • Warehouse Pizza Ltd0.4 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • AKASH Takeaway0.7 km
  • Punjab Brasserie @ Quick Bite0.9 km
  • Simmons Bakers0.9 km
  • Cyprus Mezze0.9 km
  • Seafare1.0 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Berkhamsted1.4 km
  • Tring4.5 km
  • Hemel Hempstead6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Bridgewater School0.1 km
  • Chiltern Park Avenue0.1 km
  • Careys Croft0.3 km
  • Emperor Close0.3 km
  • Dukes Way0.4 km