Postcode Analysis St Albans, East of England

THORPEFIELD CLOSE, AL4 9TJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORPEFIELD CLOSE, AL4 9TJ.

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Population

338

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 60,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: AL4 9TJ 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.

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8/10
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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

AL4 9TJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £1.3M, 90% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £1.3M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

home £1,312,500 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

AL4 9TJ is a sought-after residential area on Thorpefield Close, 0.4km from Jersey Farm in St Albans. Administratively it sits within Marshalswick East & Jersey Farm ward and the St Albans constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in AL4, AL4 9TJ offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.3M. 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 AL4 9TJ are sourced from Output Area E00120403 (shared with 10 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 AL4 9TJ. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.5%
Asian / British Asian5.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,301,250

4 sales · Mean £ 1,285,625

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

AL4 9TJ has low crime rates — 21 incidents 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.

Shoplifting39
Violence and sexual offences25
Anti-social behaviour18
Vehicle crime6
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Skyswood Primary & Nursery School

Outstanding0.4 km
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St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Good0.5 km
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Sandringham School

Outstanding1673 pupils0.9 km
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Wheatfields Junior Mixed School

Good359 pupils1.1 km
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Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School

Outstanding318 pupils1.1 km
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Oakwood Primary School

Outstanding317 pupils1.1 km
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Beaumont School

Outstanding1496 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • McColls0.7 km
  • Olive Natural Health (B Healthy)0.7 km
  • Simmons Bakers0.7 km
  • Crescent Pharmacy0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Molen's0.7 km
  • Nouvelle Lounge0.7 km
  • Bengal Spice0.4 km
  • DavVero Restaurant0.7 km
  • Fade to Black0.7 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.4 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's Local0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Jersey Farm Chinese Cuisine0.4 km
  • KFC0.7 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • The Kebab Shop0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Blackberry Jack0.4 km
  • St Albans Lawn Tennis Club0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • St Albans2.8 km
  • St Albans Abbey3.9 km
  • Park Street5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodfield Way0.1 km
  • Harness Way0.2 km
  • Harness Way0.2 km
  • Woodfield Way0.2 km
  • Chandlers Road0.3 km