Postcode Analysis Hertsmere, East of England

KEMP PLACE, WD23 1DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KEMP PLACE, WD23 1DW.

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Population

459

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 56,900 /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: WD23 1DW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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8/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

WD23 1DW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £577k, 70% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £577k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 2.6% year-on-year.

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

WD23 1DW is a sought-after residential area on Kemp Place, 0.3km from Bushey in Bushey. Administratively it sits within Bushey St James ward and the Hertsmere constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WD23, WD23 1DW offers 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 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £577k, down 2.6% 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 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00119661 (shared with 39 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 1DW. The average age is 40.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British72.8%
Asian / British Asian18.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed6.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 480,000

11 sales · Mean £ 487,318

Flat

£ 320,000

3 sales · Mean £ 335,333

Semi-Detached

£ 565,000

1 sales · Mean £ 565,000

Detached

£ 725,000

1 sales · Mean £ 725,000

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

WD23 1DW has low crime rates — 28 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.

Violence and sexual offences30
Anti-social behaviour17
Public order6
Criminal damage and arson5
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery

Good327 pupils0.3 km
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The Grange Academy

Inadequate975 pupils0.4 km
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Falconer School

Good94 pupils0.4 km
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Bushey Manor Junior School

Good227 pupils0.7 km
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Bournehall Primary School

Outstanding209 pupils0.8 km
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Ashfield Junior School

Good223 pupils0.8 km
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Little Reddings Primary School

Good334 pupils1.0 km
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Bushey and Oxhey Infant School

Good164 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Bushey Food And Wine1.0 km
  • Tweens Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Lucky News1.0 km
  • NJ Shallis Butchers Ltd1.0 km
  • Spar0.2 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Bushey Conservative Club0.2 km
  • Horse And Chains0.6 km
  • Red Lion0.2 km
  • The King Stag Public House0.4 km
  • The Swan Public House0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • AG Catering Limited0.8 km
  • Bar Pizzeria0.4 km
  • Bella Rosa0.2 km
  • Blue Check0.4 km
  • India Garden Restaurant0.2 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Blue Ocean Fish N Chips1.0 km
  • Sakura1.0 km
  • La Padella0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bushey1.2 km
  • Watford High Street2.0 km
  • Carpenders Park2.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Red Lion PH0.2 km
  • Red Lion PH0.2 km
  • The Grange Academy0.3 km
  • Bournehall Road0.3 km
  • Bournehall Road0.3 km