WD4 9BN is a sought-after residential area on The Common, 0.4km from Little Callipers in Dacorum. Administratively it sits within Bovingdon, Flaunden and Chipperfield ward and the South West Hertfordshire constituency.
For serious buyers, WD4 9BN is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 WD4 9BN are sourced from Output Area E00118759 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE COMMON, WD4 9BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE COMMON, WD4 9BN.
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£ 56,700 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD4 9BN 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WD4 9BN combines high owner-occupation (79%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD4 9BN. The average age is 42.8. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
WD4 9BN has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chipperfield
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Cake Shack0.9 km
- Cart & Horses1.0 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Chipperfield Store0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Blackwell's Chipperfield0.7 km
- The Two Brewers0.7 km
- Chipperfield Clarendon Cricket Club0.7 km
- The Windmill0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kings Langley3.2 km
- Apsley3.8 km
- Hemel Hempstead4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Manor House0.2 km
- Manor House0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WD49BN · Data under Open Government Licence