WD23 1DP is a sought-after residential area on Merry Hill Road, 0.2km from Merry Hill in Bushey. Administratively it sits within Bushey Park ward and the Hertsmere constituency.
For serious buyers, WD23 1DP is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00119652 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MERRY HILL ROAD, WD23 1DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERRY HILL ROAD, WD23 1DP.
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£ 56,900 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD23 1DP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WD23 1DP combines high owner-occupation (90%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD23 1DP. The average age is 41.4. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WD23 1DP has low crime rates — 13 incidents 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
Ashfield Junior School
Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
The Grange Academy
Falconer School
Little Reddings Primary School
Bournehall Primary School
Bushey Manor Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Jessica's Mini Supermarket0.6 km
- Village News0.8 km
- Tweens Pharmacy0.8 km
- Spar0.8 km
- Bushey Food And Wine0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- St Margarets Enterprises The Barn Coffee Shop0.2 km
- Barracuda0.8 km
- China House0.8 km
- Durans Bistro0.8 km
- HEAL Eats0.8 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Bushey Bowling Club0.9 km
- Bushey Conservative Club0.9 km
- Horse And Chains0.5 km
- Red Lion0.8 km
- The King Stag Public House0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Bushey Fish Bar0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bushey1.6 km
- Carpenders Park1.8 km
- Watford High Street2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: WD231DP · Data under Open Government Licence