WD18 0DR 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.
The people who live in WD18 0DR 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, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. The area has a notably diverse population — 50% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford.
Safety: Crime rates are high (156 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for WD18 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00121174 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WD18 0DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WD18 0DR.
440
34
£ 50,200 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD18 0DR 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
50% of WD18 0DR's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. 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 0DR. The average age is 34.3. 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 rates near WD18 0DR are high at 156 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
Chater Junior School
Watford Grammar School for Girls
Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)
Chater Infant School
Field Junior School
Central Primary School
Watford St John's Church of England Primary School
Laurance Haines School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
102 nearby- Akshar News0.2 km
- Stop And Shop0.9 km
- Tandoori Indian Takeaway0.0 km
- Vicarage Food And Wine0.2 km
- Watford Food & Wine0.5 km
- + 97 more
Restaurant, Cafe
116 nearby- Charlie's Cafe0.2 km
- Leafi Limited0.8 km
- Aramark Ltd @ West Herts College0.9 km
- Creams Cafe0.7 km
- Estcourt Tavern0.8 km
- + 111 more
Takeaway Shop
40 nearby- Chicken Cottage0.5 km
- China Garden0.5 km
- Grilled Cottage0.1 km
- Ferrys Burger0.7 km
- King Cod1.0 km
- + 35 more
Pub, NightClub
21 nearby- 143 Bar0.7 km
- The Horns0.8 km
- Canvas0.6 km
- Diamonds And Strings0.3 km
- Halsey Masonic Hall0.6 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Marks And Spencers0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Aldi0.8 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Premier Inn0.7 km
- Travelodge0.3 km
- Xtremburger @ The Estcourt Arms1.0 km
- Rickmansworth Road Guest House0.7 km
- Best Western White House Hotel0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Watford0.3 km
- Watford High Street0.6 km
- Watford Junction1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Merton Road0.1 km
- Wiggenhall Road0.1 km
- Wiggenhall Road0.1 km
- Farraline Road0.2 km
- St Mary's Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WD180DR · Data under Open Government Licence