WD17 1DE is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.8km from Watford in Watford (Watford). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Watford constituency.
Day-to-day life in WD17 1DE has the character of 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. The daytime character shifts — high status city commuters, mostly in london. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. Employment levels are high (55% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for WD17 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00189402 (shared with 41 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WD17 1DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WD17 1DE.
305
33
£ 50,200 /yr
70%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD17 1DE 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 70% economic activity and an average age of 33, WD17 1DE 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 WD17 1DE. The average age is 32.8. 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 WD17 1DE is moderate at 69 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
Watford St John's Church of England Primary School
The Watford UTC
Central Primary School
Lanchester Primary School
Chater Junior School
Watford Grammar School for Girls
Knutsford Primary Academy
Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
92 nearby- Ferhat Food Centre0.9 km
- Glomens African Food0.5 km
- Grounded Kitchen0.6 km
- Harris Grocery Limited0.9 km
- Pane Pan Bakery0.9 km
- + 87 more
Pub, NightClub
27 nearby- The Palace Theatre0.6 km
- West Herts Sports Club1.0 km
- Pryzm0.4 km
- Steinbeck And Shaw @ PRYZM0.4 km
- Cother Arms0.9 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
129 nearby- Five Guys0.7 km
- Jenny's Restaurant0.9 km
- KFC0.7 km
- Spice Lounge0.9 km
- Starbucks0.6 km
- + 124 more
Takeaway Shop
38 nearby- Ks Kitchen0.5 km
- Roosters Piri Piri0.6 km
- Asia Taste0.5 km
- Burger King0.6 km
- Ebb Tide1.0 km
- + 33 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Best Western White House Hotel0.7 km
- Leonardo Hotel London Watford0.4 km
- Travelodge0.8 km
- Holiday Inn Express London, Watford Junction0.3 km
- Xtremburger @ The Estcourt Arms0.1 km
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Iceland0.4 km
- Nisa Express0.7 km
- Co-operative Group0.8 km
- Marks And Spencers0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Watford Junction0.2 km
- Watford0.8 km
- Watford High Street1.1 km
Bus Stops
- Watford Junction Railway Station0.1 km
- Watford Junction Railway Station0.1 km
- Watford Junction Railway Station0.1 km
- Watford Junction Railway Station0.1 km
- Watford Junction Railway Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WD171DE · Data under Open Government Licence