WD4 8BS is a sought-after residential area on Hempstead Road, 0.5km from Kings Langley in Abbots Langley and Kings Langley. Administratively it sits within Kings Langley ward and the Hemel Hempstead constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WD4, WD4 8BS offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £725k, up 10.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WD4 8BS are sourced from Output Area E00118902 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEMPSTEAD ROAD, WD4 8BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEMPSTEAD ROAD, WD4 8BS.
354
40
£ 58,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD4 8BS 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. WD4 8BS's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £725k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £725k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 10.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD4 8BS. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 680,000
10 sales · Mean £ 692,777
Detached
£ 755,000
3 sales · Mean £ 746,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WD4 8BS has low crime rates — 11 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
Kings Langley Primary School
Kings Langley School
Nash Mills Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Campus & Co0.8 km
- Clare James0.5 km
- Gym Grub1.0 km
- Kings Langley Community Benefit Society0.7 km
- Langley Butchers0.6 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Kings Langley Community Centre0.5 km
- The Old Palace0.8 km
- The Bell0.7 km
- Kings Langley Cricket Club0.6 km
- The Saracens Head0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Dalling & Co0.6 km
- Kings Langley Tandoori0.6 km
- The Kitchen at Inspired0.7 km
- Cinnamon Lounge0.6 km
- Fred and Ginger Coffee0.7 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- JJK Fuel1.0 km
- Kings Langley Fish Bar0.5 km
- The Lunch Box0.6 km
- Sweet as a Button0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kings Langley1.6 km
- Apsley1.8 km
- Hemel Hempstead3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Rectory Farm0.1 km
- Coniston Road0.2 km
- Rectory Farm0.2 km
- Coniston Road0.2 km
- Common Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WD48BS · Data under Open Government Licence