Postcode Analysis Watford, East of England

NEAL STREET, WD18 0AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEAL STREET, WD18 0AX.

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Population

442

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 50,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WD18 0AX 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.

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1/10
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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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9/10
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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

WD18 0AX 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. Property prices are trending down 9.5% year-on-year.

home £371,964 median price shield Safety 1/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WD18 0AX is an active urban area on Neal Street, 0.5km from Watford in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Watford constituency.

For families considering a move, WD18 0AX represents 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. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 high (150 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £371k, down 9.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WD18 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00121176 (shared with 19 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 WD18 0AX. 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

White / British53.1%
Asian / British Asian35.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.2%
Other / Mixed8.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 370,000

24 sales · Mean £ 356,259

Semi-Detached

£ 403,750

2 sales · Mean £ 403,750

Flat

£ 290,000

1 sales · Mean £ 290,000

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

Crime rates near WD18 0AX are high at 150 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 offences206
Anti-social behaviour144
Shoplifting135
Other theft54
Criminal damage and arson50

school Local Schools

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Field Junior School

Outstanding268 pupils0.1 km
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Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)

Good230 pupils0.1 km
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Watford Grammar School for Girls

Outstanding1432 pupils0.2 km
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Central Primary School

Good428 pupils0.6 km
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Chater Junior School

Outstanding234 pupils0.7 km
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Watford St John's Church of England Primary School

Good293 pupils0.9 km
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Oxhey Nursery School

Outstanding118 pupils0.9 km
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Laurance Haines School

Good451 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

93 nearby
  • Akshar News0.3 km
  • Tandoori Indian Takeaway0.5 km
  • Vicarage Food And Wine0.5 km
  • Watford Food & Wine1.0 km
  • Asia Village0.9 km
  • + 88 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

106 nearby
  • Charlie's Cafe0.4 km
  • Kandy Cafe0.9 km
  • Parents Paradise Ltd1.0 km
  • Max Peri Peri0.6 km
  • Auntie Anne's0.6 km
  • + 101 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

37 nearby
  • Chicken Cottage0.9 km
  • China Garden1.0 km
  • Grilled Cottage0.4 km
  • Hayris Kebab House0.8 km
  • New Imperial Takeaway1.0 km
  • + 32 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Canvas1.0 km
  • Diamonds And Strings0.6 km
  • Watford Social Club0.8 km
  • The Palace Theatre0.8 km
  • West Herts Sports Club1.0 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Marks And Spencers0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Aldi0.3 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.5 km
  • Best Western White House Hotel0.8 km
  • Leonardo Hotel London Watford0.9 km
  • Travelodge0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Watford High Street0.3 km
  • Watford0.5 km
  • Bushey0.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Lammas Road0.2 km
  • Lammas Road0.2 km
  • Watford High Street Rail Station0.3 km
  • Watford High Street Railway Station0.3 km
  • Watford High Street Rail Station0.3 km