Postcode Analysis Dacorum, East of England

HEMPSTEAD ROAD, WD4 8BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEMPSTEAD ROAD, WD4 8BS.

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Population

354

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 58,400 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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7/10
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10/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British91.0%
Asian / British Asian4.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences12
Anti-social behaviour9
Drugs4
Burglary3
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Kings Langley Primary School

Good444 pupils0.4 km
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Kings Langley School

Good1068 pupils0.7 km
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Nash Mills Church of England Primary School

Good226 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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

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
fastfood

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