AL2 1DQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Broad Colney in St Albans. Administratively it sits within London Colney ward and the St Albans constituency.
For families considering a move, AL2 1DQ represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for AL2 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00120376 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AL2 1DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AL2 1DQ.
376
40
£ 56,600 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: AL2 1DQ 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
AL2 1DQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 80% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL2 1DQ. The average age is 40.1. 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 2026-02)
AL2 1DQ has low crime rates — 15 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
Saint Bernadette Catholic Primary School
Bowmansgreen Primary School
London Colney Primary & Nursery School
Clore Shalom School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Green Dragon0.6 km
- The White Horse0.9 km
- The Bull Ph0.8 km
- The Colney Fox0.9 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Co-op Food London Colney0.8 km
- A1 London Colney0.8 km
- T K Maxx0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Shirley's Cafe0.0 km
- Talkington Bates Ltd0.4 km
- Carmelo's0.8 km
- The Ruby0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Chickenliscious0.8 km
- Sam Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Park Street3.1 km
- How Wood3.1 km
- Radlett3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Walsingham Way0.3 km
- Caledon Road0.4 km
- Caledon Road0.4 km
- Walsingham Way0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: AL21DQ · Data under Open Government Licence