Postcode Analysis Watford, East of England

BALMORAL ROAD, WD24 4EY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BALMORAL ROAD, WD24 4EY.

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Population

413

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 63,900 /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: WD24 4EY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. WD24 4EY's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £519k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 30.4% year-on-year.

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

WD24 4EY is a sought-after residential area on Balmoral Road, 0.9km from North Watford in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Tudor ward and the Watford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WD24, WD24 4EY offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £519k, up 30.4% 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 WD24 4EY are sourced from Output Area E00121347 (shared with 10 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 4EY. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British65.8%
Asian / British Asian24.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed8.9%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 480,750

6 sales · Mean £ 488,758

Detached

£ 365,000

1 sales · Mean £ 365,000

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

WD24 4EY has low crime rates — 14 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 offences25
Anti-social behaviour12
Other theft9
Burglary5
Theft from the person3

school Local Schools

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Knutsford Primary Academy

Good435 pupils0.1 km
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The Watford UTC

Good112 pupils0.4 km
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Parkgate Junior School

Outstanding236 pupils0.7 km
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Highwood Primary School

Good432 pupils0.9 km
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Parkgate Infants' and Nursery School

Good207 pupils1.0 km
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Watford St John's Church of England Primary School

Good293 pupils1.4 km
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The Grove Academy

Requires Improvement555 pupils1.5 km
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Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding219 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

37 nearby
  • Astero's Kitchen Ltd1.0 km
  • Afccos0.7 km
  • Chagrest0.5 km
  • D And D Newsagents0.5 km
  • Django Grocery0.8 km
  • + 32 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Cother Arms0.7 km
  • Glenn Sports & Social Club0.8 km
  • North Watford Conservative Club0.7 km
  • Dunnings Bar And Restaurant0.9 km
  • O'Neills1.0 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

34 nearby
  • C'est Juice0.7 km
  • Dolphina Gymnastics Centre0.7 km
  • Fresh Cut Sandwich Bar0.7 km
  • North Watford Church Of The Nazarene0.6 km
  • Pepes Piri Piri0.7 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.7 km
  • Magazin Romanesc Maria0.8 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • Golden Crown0.7 km
  • Kamu Street Food0.7 km
  • Rio's Piri Piri0.7 km
  • VP Annas Express0.8 km
  • + 16 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Berrygrove Lodge Partnership0.9 km
  • Holiday Inn Express London, Watford Junction1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Watford North0.6 km
  • Watford Junction1.0 km
  • Watford1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Eastfield Avenue0.1 km
  • Knutsford Avenue0.1 km
  • Eastfield Avenue0.1 km
  • Hibbert Avenue0.2 km
  • Hibbert Avenue0.2 km