Postcode Analysis Watford, East of England

WD17 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WD17 1DL.

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Population

284

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 50,200 /yr

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Employed

68%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WD17 1DL 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.

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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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10/10
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10/10
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9/10
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10/10
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2/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WD17 1DL spans multiple life stages — average age 36, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

WD17 1DL is a safe, established residential area located 1.0km from North 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.

The people who live in WD17 1DL are typical of members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Outside of residential hours, business quarters in major regional cities. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for WD17 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00189343 (shared with 155 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 WD17 1DL. The average age is 35.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British64.7%
Asian / British Asian20.8%
Black / African / Caribbean4.2%
Other / Mixed10.4%

Economic Activity

68%Active
FT: 51%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around WD17 1DL is moderate at 54 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 offences122
Anti-social behaviour96
Other theft36
Public order24
Shoplifting24

school Local Schools

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The Watford UTC

Good112 pupils0.6 km
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Lanchester Primary School

Good332 pupils0.7 km
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Watford St John's Church of England Primary School

Good293 pupils0.7 km
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Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding219 pupils0.9 km
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Nascot Wood Junior School

Outstanding239 pupils1.0 km
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Knutsford Primary Academy

Good435 pupils1.0 km
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Central Primary School

Good428 pupils1.1 km
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Parkgate Junior School

Outstanding236 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

71 nearby
  • Building Blocks Preschool Nurseries0.2 km
  • Chatpata Swad0.1 km
  • Express Food Centre0.1 km
  • Krantz Bakery0.6 km
  • Mithunn Convenience Store0.1 km
  • + 66 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

24 nearby
  • 143 Bar0.6 km
  • Dunnings Bar And Restaurant0.2 km
  • Nascot Arms0.2 km
  • O'Neills0.1 km
  • The Horns0.7 km
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

77 nearby
  • Leafi Limited0.7 km
  • Aramark Ltd @ West Herts College0.7 km
  • Baba Chai0.7 km
  • Caffee Beldj Limited0.6 km
  • Cloud 70.3 km
  • + 72 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

37 nearby
  • AMT Coffee Watford0.2 km
  • Costa Coffee0.2 km
  • Ferrys Burger0.6 km
  • Funky Flavours0.1 km
  • Giardino 140.2 km
  • + 32 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Marks And Spencers1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Iceland0.6 km
  • Nisa Express1.0 km
  • Co-operative Group0.4 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Leonardo Hotel London Watford0.8 km
  • Holiday Inn Express London, Watford Junction0.1 km
  • Xtremburger @ The Estcourt Arms0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Watford Junction0.2 km
  • Watford1.1 km
  • Watford North1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Railway Bridge0.1 km
  • Railway Bridge0.1 km
  • West Street0.2 km
  • Watford Junction Rail Station0.2 km
  • Watford Junction Rail Station0.2 km