Postcode Analysis Watford, East of England

LADYS CLOSE, WD18 0DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LADYS CLOSE, WD18 0DB.

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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 0DB 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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WD18 0DB combines high owner-occupation (63%), strong property values (£730k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £730k.

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

WD18 0DB is an active urban area on Ladys Close, 0.4km from Watford in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Watford constituency.

For families considering a move, WD18 0DB 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. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 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 (158 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £730k.

Census 2021 statistics for WD18 0DB 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 0DB. 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

Semi-Detached

£ 730,000

1 sales · Mean £ 730,000

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

Crime rates near WD18 0DB are high at 158 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences271
Shoplifting222
Anti-social behaviour183
Other theft74
Criminal damage and arson71

school Local Schools

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Watford Grammar School for Girls

Outstanding1432 pupils0.1 km
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Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)

Good230 pupils0.1 km
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Field Junior School

Outstanding268 pupils0.3 km
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Central Primary School

Good428 pupils0.5 km
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Chater Junior School

Outstanding234 pupils0.6 km
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Watford St John's Church of England Primary School

Good293 pupils0.8 km
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Chater Infant School

Good219 pupils1.0 km
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Laurance Haines School

Good451 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

100 nearby
  • Akshar News0.3 km
  • Tandoori Indian Takeaway0.4 km
  • Vicarage Food And Wine0.4 km
  • Watford Food & Wine0.9 km
  • Asia Village0.7 km
  • + 95 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

111 nearby
  • Charlie's Cafe0.4 km
  • Kandy Cafe0.8 km
  • Parents Paradise Ltd0.8 km
  • Max Peri Peri0.4 km
  • Auntie Anne's0.5 km
  • + 106 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

37 nearby
  • Chicken Cottage0.9 km
  • China Garden0.9 km
  • Grilled Cottage0.4 km
  • Hayris Kebab House0.6 km
  • New Imperial Takeaway0.8 km
  • + 32 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • Canvas0.8 km
  • Diamonds And Strings0.4 km
  • Halsey Masonic Hall0.9 km
  • Walkabout Watford (88th St, Value Mighty, Sin City Burgers)0.9 km
  • Watford Social Club0.6 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

9 nearby
  • Marks And Spencers0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Aldi0.4 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.4 km
  • Best Western White House Hotel0.7 km
  • Leonardo Hotel London Watford0.7 km
  • Travelodge0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Watford High Street0.2 km
  • Watford0.4 km
  • Bushey1.0 km

Bus Stops

  • King Street0.2 km
  • Watford High Street Rail Station0.2 km
  • Watford High Street Rail Station0.2 km
  • King Street0.2 km
  • Water Lane0.2 km