Postcode Analysis Hertsmere, East of England

SCHOOL LANE, WD23 1BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL LANE, WD23 1BX.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 56,900 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WD23 1BX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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7/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WD23 1BX combines high owner-occupation (96%), strong property values (£470k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 28.7% year-on-year.

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

WD23 1BX is a sought-after residential area on School Lane, 0.3km from Clayhill in Bushey. Administratively it sits within Bushey Park ward and the Hertsmere constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WD23, WD23 1BX offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a professional home-workers in outer suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £470k, down 28.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WD23 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00119642 (shared with 18 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 WD23 1BX. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.0%
Asian / British Asian7.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 436,250

14 sales · Mean £ 447,250

Semi-Detached

£ 385,000

1 sales · Mean £ 385,000

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

WD23 1BX has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences31
Vehicle crime13
Anti-social behaviour10
Burglary8
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery

Outstanding207 pupils0.1 km
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Ashfield Junior School

Good223 pupils0.3 km
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Bushey Heath Primary School

Outstanding267 pupils1.0 km
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Little Reddings Primary School

Good334 pupils1.2 km
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Hartsbourne Primary School

Good203 pupils1.2 km
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Meadow Wood School

Good36 pupils1.3 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery

Good327 pupils1.3 km
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Bushey Meads School

Good1230 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Bushey Food And Wine0.2 km
  • Bushey News0.8 km
  • Jessica's Mini Supermarket0.3 km
  • Mattys Kitchen0.9 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.9 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Three Crowns0.7 km
  • Bushey Bowling Club0.7 km
  • Horse And Chains0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Bushey Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Flax Foods1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Hartsbourne Country Club1.0 km
  • Chikayan0.9 km
  • Olivios0.9 km
  • Sea Pebbles1.0 km
  • St Margarets Enterprises The Barn Coffee Shop0.4 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Budgens Stores Ltd0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bushey2.2 km
  • Carpenders Park2.3 km
  • Watford High Street3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • The Royal Oak PH0.2 km
  • The Royal Oak PH0.2 km
  • Merry Hill Road0.3 km
  • Merry Hill Road0.4 km
  • Steeplands0.4 km