WD25 0AU is a safe, established residential area on Gorle Close, 0.4km from Leavesden Green in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Stanborough ward and the Watford constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WD25 0AU is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 32 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £470k.
Census 2021 statistics for WD25 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00121319 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GORLE CLOSE, WD25 0AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GORLE CLOSE, WD25 0AU.
359
32
£ 55,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
WD25 0AU has a significant social housing presence — 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD25 0AU. The average age is 32.4. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 470,000
4 sales · Mean £ 465,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WD25 0AU has low crime rates — 23 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
Kingsway Junior School
Kingsway Infants' School
Kingswood Nursery School
Leavesden JMI School
Cherry Tree Primary School
The Orchard Primary School
Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery
Beechfield School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- F T Taylor1.0 km
- Foxhill Food Store0.8 km
- Goodwood Parade Post Office1.0 km
- Nisa Supermarket1.0 km
- Tartes De Tout Saisons1.0 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Everett Rovers0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Dragon Garden1.0 km
- Haines Fish & Grill0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Chaiiwala @ Sheepcot Service Station0.7 km
- Hollywood Bowl0.9 km
- Frankie And Benny's1.0 km
- BaxterStorey @ ASOS Leavesden0.9 km
- Kingswood Cafe0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Garston (Hertfordshire)1.7 km
- Watford North1.8 km
- Watford Junction2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Harris Road0.1 km
- Rushton Avenue0.2 km
- Briar Road0.2 km
- North Approach0.2 km
- Briar Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WD250AU · Data under Open Government Licence