Postcode Analysis Watford, East of England

BRUCE GROVE, WD24 4DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRUCE GROVE, WD24 4DR.

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Population

349

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 55,300 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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

No single demographic signal dominates WD24 4DR — age 35, 49% ownership, 48% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £385k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 13.3% year-on-year.

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

WD24 4DR is a safe, established residential area on Bruce Grove, 0.5km from North Watford in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Callowland ward and the Watford constituency.

For renters and young professionals, WD24 4DR offers 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 metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £385k, up 13.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WD24 4DR are sourced from Output Area E00121155 (shared with 8 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 WD24 4DR. The average age is 34.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British58.6%
Asian / British Asian18.3%
Black / African / Caribbean12.9%
Other / Mixed10.3%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 6%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 378,750

14 sales · Mean £ 387,249

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

WD24 4DR has low crime rates — 43 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 offences133
Anti-social behaviour68
Shoplifting58
Other theft26
Criminal damage and arson23

school Local Schools

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The Watford UTC

Good112 pupils0.5 km
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Parkgate Junior School

Outstanding236 pupils0.5 km
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Knutsford Primary Academy

Good435 pupils0.6 km
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Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding219 pupils0.9 km
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Parkgate Infants' and Nursery School

Good207 pupils1.0 km
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Beechfield School

Good408 pupils1.0 km
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Nascot Wood Junior School

Outstanding239 pupils1.1 km
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Lanchester Primary School

Good332 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

51 nearby
  • Euro Food And Wine Ltd0.9 km
  • Afccos0.2 km
  • Chagrest0.8 km
  • D And D Newsagents0.7 km
  • Django Grocery0.5 km
  • + 46 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

47 nearby
  • Dome Kitchen Ltd (t/a Dome Café & Desi Kitchen)1.0 km
  • Indian Sizzler0.9 km
  • Thai 4U1.0 km
  • C'est Juice0.1 km
  • Dolphina Gymnastics Centre0.9 km
  • + 42 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

29 nearby
  • PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA1.0 km
  • Teddy Bear Bubble Tea1.0 km
  • Viking Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.2 km
  • Golden Crown0.2 km
  • + 24 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Cother Arms0.1 km
  • Glenn Sports & Social Club0.2 km
  • North Watford Conservative Club0.2 km
  • The Estcourt Arms1.0 km
  • The Wellington Arms0.9 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.2 km
  • Magazin Romanesc Maria0.5 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express London, Watford Junction0.7 km
  • Xtremburger @ The Estcourt Arms1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Watford North0.7 km
  • Watford Junction0.8 km
  • Watford1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Regent Street0.1 km
  • Regent Street0.1 km
  • Bradshaw Road0.2 km
  • Imperial Park0.2 km
  • Bradshaw Road0.2 km