WD18 0AE is an active urban area located 0.4km 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.
This is 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. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 128 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for WD18 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00121176 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WD18 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WD18 0AE.
442
34
£ 50,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD18 0AE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
WD18 0AE has a highly multicultural community character — 47% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD18 0AE. The average age is 34.0. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WD18 0AE is above average at 128 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 Grammar School for Girls
Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)
Field Junior School
Chater Junior School
Central Primary School
Watford St John's Church of England Primary School
Chater Infant School
Laurance Haines School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
99 nearby- Akshar News0.2 km
- Tandoori Indian Takeaway0.4 km
- Vicarage Food And Wine0.3 km
- Watford Food & Wine0.8 km
- Gill's Superstore0.8 km
- + 94 more
Restaurant, Cafe
110 nearby- Charlie's Cafe0.3 km
- Brazuca Bar0.8 km
- Cafe Cidade0.8 km
- Pepe's Piri Piri0.7 km
- Creams Cafe1.0 km
- + 105 more
Takeaway Shop
35 nearby- Chicken Cottage0.8 km
- China Garden0.8 km
- Grilled Cottage0.3 km
- Mint0.8 km
- Spiceland Kebabish0.8 km
- + 30 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- Marks And Spencers0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Aldi0.5 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- 143 Bar1.0 km
- Canvas0.8 km
- Diamonds And Strings0.4 km
- Halsey Masonic Hall0.9 km
- Walkabout Watford (88th St, Value Mighty, Sin City Burgers)0.8 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Premier Inn0.5 km
- Best Western White House Hotel0.7 km
- Leonardo Hotel London Watford0.7 km
- Travelodge0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Watford High Street0.3 km
- Watford0.4 km
- Bushey1.1 km
Bus Stops
- Farraline Road0.2 km
- Wiggenhall Road0.2 km
- Wiggenhall Road0.2 km
- King Street0.2 km
- Merton Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WD180AE · Data under Open Government Licence