AL5 1BE is a sought-after residential area on Cravells Road, 0.4km from Bowling Alley in Harpenden. Administratively it sits within Harpenden South ward and the Hitchin and Harpenden constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in AL5, AL5 1BE offers a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.1M. 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 AL5 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00120335 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CRAVELLS ROAD, AL5 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRAVELLS ROAD, AL5 1BE.
268
38
£ 72,800 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: AL5 1BE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. AL5 1BE's low deprivation rank, 62% ownership, and £1.1M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.1M 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 AL5 1BE. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 830,000
1 sales · Mean £ 830,000
Terraced
£ 982,500
2 sales · Mean £ 982,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL5 1BE has low crime rates — 14 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
The Grove Junior School
The Grove Infant and Nursery School
St Dominic Catholic Primary School
High Beeches Primary School
Crabtree Infants' School
Crabtree Junior School
Harpenden Academy
St Nicholas CofE VA Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Carpenters Arms Ph0.1 km
- The Plough and Harrow0.3 km
- The Silver Cup1.0 km
- Harpenden Bowling Club1.0 km
- Harpenden Common Golf Club0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cafe Aroma0.3 km
- Fitt 410.9 km
- Lazy Bear0.3 km
- Well Bean Cafe (The Harpenden Trust)0.3 km
- Rothamsted Restaurant & Conference Centre0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- BENTOZO0.3 km
- Emilio's0.3 km
- Rice & Spice0.2 km
- Skippers0.4 km
- The Regent0.2 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Jas News0.4 km
- Jelleys Meats0.3 km
- Co-op Food Harpenden0.3 km
- Simmons Bakers0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harpenden1.2 km
- St Albans6.4 km
- St Albans Abbey6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Queens Road0.2 km
- Queens Road0.2 km
- The Plough and Harrow PH0.2 km
- The Plough and Harrow PH0.3 km
- Longfield Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: AL51BE · Data under Open Government Licence