Postcode Analysis Hertsmere, East of England

STATION ROAD, WD6 1DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION ROAD, WD6 1DA.

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Population

269

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 57,500 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WD6 1DA represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
workEmployment
6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

WD6 1DA is a high-turnover rental hub — with 72% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 29). Property prices are trending up 15.4% year-on-year.

home £265,000 median price shield Safety 2/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WD6 1DA is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Station Road, 0.9km from Borehamwood in Borehamwood. Administratively it sits within Borehamwood Hillside ward and the Hertsmere constituency.

For renters and young professionals, WD6 1DA offers a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 72% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Hertsmere.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £265k, up 15.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WD6 1DA are sourced from Output Area E00169760 (shared with 7 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 WD6 1DA. The average age is 28.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British65.3%
Asian / British Asian12.3%
Black / African / Caribbean11.2%
Other / Mixed11.2%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 280,000

9 sales · Mean £ 280,555

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

Crime around WD6 1DA is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting120
Violence and sexual offences104
Anti-social behaviour50
Public order43
Drugs38

school Local Schools

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Summerswood Primary School

Good384 pupils0.7 km
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Yavneh College

Outstanding1060 pupils0.8 km
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Yavneh Primary School

Outstanding363 pupils0.8 km
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Monksmead School

Good236 pupils0.8 km
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St Teresa Catholic Primary School

Good206 pupils1.0 km
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Cowley Hill School

Good442 pupils1.3 km
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Meryfield Primary School

Good438 pupils1.4 km
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Kenilworth Primary School

Good202 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • B.Kosher0.3 km
  • Bravo0.6 km
  • Cake Box Borehamwood0.5 km
  • Holland And Barrett0.5 km
  • Savers0.5 km
  • + 24 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

39 nearby
  • Ben And Ollie's Ltd0.7 km
  • Bricklane Bagel Co0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee0.4 km
  • Jewish Life Centre0.4 km
  • Papa John's Pizza0.6 km
  • + 34 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.5 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Orange Supermarket0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Elstree Hill Asda On The Move0.2 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Cheat Meals0.2 km
  • Head Room To Go0.4 km
  • Shenley Sandwich Bar0.2 km
  • Ariya Grills Ltd0.2 km
  • Lots Of Rice0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Hart And Spool Public House0.7 km
  • Old Haberdashers Rugby Club0.9 km
  • The Wellington Pub Bull And Bird0.3 km
  • Borehamwood Mens Club (1935) Limited0.3 km
  • Borehamwood Social Club0.3 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Elstree Inn0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Elstree & Borehamwood0.0 km
  • Radlett4.5 km
  • Mill Hill Broadway4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Elstree & Borehamwood Railway Station0.0 km
  • Elstree & Borehamwood Rail Station0.1 km
  • Elstree & Borehamwood Railway Station0.1 km
  • Elstree & Borehamwood Rail Station0.1 km
  • Elstree & Borehamwood Railway Station0.1 km