AL2 1DZ is a safe, established residential area on Suffolk Close, 0.9km from London Colney in St Albans. Administratively it sits within London Colney ward and the St Albans constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £647k, up 9.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for AL2 1DZ are sourced from Output Area E00120384 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SUFFOLK CLOSE, AL2 1DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUFFOLK CLOSE, AL2 1DZ.
414
37
£ 56,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. AL2 1DZ's low deprivation rank, 63% ownership, and £647k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £647k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 9.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL2 1DZ. The average age is 36.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 626,250
12 sales · Mean £ 626,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL2 1DZ has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
London Colney Primary & Nursery School
Bowmansgreen Primary School
Saint Bernadette Catholic Primary School
Samuel Ryder Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The White Horse0.8 km
- St Albans Irish Association0.2 km
- London Colney Football Club0.2 km
- Old Verulamians0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Cotlandswick Leisure Centre0.2 km
- Costa Coffee0.2 km
- Aylett Nurseries & Seasons Cafe0.4 km
- The Coffee Shop @ Maidenhead Aquatic0.3 km
- Cinnamon Lounge0.6 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Shish & Grill0.5 km
- Duchess Of Delhi0.9 km
- New Ocean Fish Bar0.7 km
- Sapore D'Italia0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Co-op Food London Colney0.9 km
- Simmons Bakers0.7 km
- A1 London Colney0.9 km
- Cold Candy0.7 km
- Party King0.7 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Park Street2.6 km
- St Albans2.7 km
- How Wood3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Leisure Centre0.2 km
- Leisure Centre0.2 km
- Ayletts Nurseries0.3 km
- North Orbital Road0.3 km
- North Orbital Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: AL21DZ · Data under Open Government Licence