Postcode Analysis Welwyn Hatfield, East of England

MARDLEYWOOD, AL6 0UX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARDLEYWOOD, AL6 0UX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

377

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 68,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: AL6 0UX 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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9/10
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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, AL6 0UX combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£655k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £655k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 20.2% year-on-year.

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

AL6 0UX is a sought-after residential area on Mardleywood, 0.8km from Oaklands in Oaklands. Administratively it sits within Welwyn East ward and the Welwyn Hatfield constituency.

For serious buyers, AL6 0UX is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 92% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £655k, up 20.2% year-on-year. 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 0UX are sourced from Output Area E00121691 (shared with 28 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 0UX. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.6%
Asian / British Asian13.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 635,000

3 sales · Mean £ 648,333

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

AL6 0UX has low crime rates — 10 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.

Violence and sexual offences12
Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime3
Drugs2
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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St Michael's Woolmer Green CofE VA Primary School

Good179 pupils0.7 km
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Oaklands Primary School

Good194 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Mardley Hill Deli0.2 km
  • Gareth's Butchers Of Welwyn0.7 km
  • Oaklands Post Office0.7 km
  • Mardley Stores0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Chequers Inn0.7 km
  • The Red Lion0.8 km
  • The North Star0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Busy Bees Nursery0.2 km
  • Knebworth Care Home1.0 km
  • Ocean Star0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Mr Low Chinese Takeaway0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knebworth2.2 km
  • Welwyn North2.5 km
  • Welwyn4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Mardley Avenue0.2 km
  • Mardley Avenue0.2 km
  • The Drive0.2 km
  • The Drive0.2 km