Postcode Analysis Welwyn Hatfield, East of England

DOUGLAS CLOSE, AL6 0DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOUGLAS CLOSE, AL6 0DT.

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Population

318

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 68,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: AL6 0DT 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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7/10
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9/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, AL6 0DT combines high owner-occupation (89%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

AL6 0DT is a sought-after residential area on Douglas Close, 0.3km from Digswell Water in Welwyn Garden City. Administratively it sits within Welwyn East ward and the Welwyn Hatfield constituency.

For serious buyers, AL6 0DT is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 AL6 0DT are sourced from Output Area E00121709 (shared with 24 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 AL6 0DT. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.3%
Asian / British Asian2.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed6.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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

AL6 0DT has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour11
Burglary5
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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St John's CofE Primary School

Good227 pupils0.6 km
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Harwood Hill Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School

Good205 pupils0.7 km
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Homerswood Primary and Nursery School

Good220 pupils0.7 km
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Knightsfield School

Outstanding57 pupils0.9 km
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Waterside Academy

Good182 pupils1.1 km
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Monk's Walk School

Good1375 pupils1.1 km
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Tenterfield Nursery School

Outstanding69 pupils1.4 km
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The Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good203 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Digswell Water B&B0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Hedgehog0.9 km
  • The Cowper Arms0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Hakalok Restaurant0.9 km
  • Hoy Che0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Food0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Welwyn North Stores0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Welwyn North0.4 km
  • Welwyn1.7 km
  • Welwyn Garden City2.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Station Road0.2 km
  • Station Road0.2 km
  • Tewinwater Park0.3 km
  • Welwyn North Railway Station0.3 km
  • Welwyn North Rail Station0.3 km