Postcode Analysis Welwyn Hatfield, East of England

HIGH STREET, AL6 9EE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, AL6 9EE.

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Population

252

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 59,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: AL6 9EE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, AL6 9EE combines high owner-occupation (69%), strong property values (£465k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £465k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

AL6 9EE is a sought-after residential area on High Street, 0.1km from Welwyn in Welwyn. Administratively it sits within Welwyn West ward and the Welwyn Hatfield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in AL6, AL6 9EE offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 69% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £465k. 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 9EE are sourced from Output Area E00121715 (shared with 22 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 9EE. The average age is 52.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.1%
Asian / British Asian3.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 465,000

1 sales · Mean £ 465,000

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

AL6 9EE has low crime rates — 24 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 offences23
Anti-social behaviour22
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft5
Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

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Welwyn St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Outstanding419 pupils0.5 km
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Tenterfield Nursery School

Outstanding69 pupils0.5 km
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Knightsfield School

Outstanding57 pupils1.1 km
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Monk's Walk School

Good1375 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.2 km
  • XO Wine Merchants Ltd0.0 km
  • Monsoon0.2 km
  • Katie's Bakery0.0 km
  • BP Garage0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Rose and Crown0.1 km
  • Sawbridgeworth Football Club0.2 km
  • Welwyn Sports & Social Club0.4 km
  • The Wellington0.1 km
  • The White Hart0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Laura Kate0.0 km
  • The Lemon Plaice0.1 km
  • Taj Mahal0.0 km
  • Vita Ristorante0.0 km
  • Aqua Restaurant0.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Welwyn North1.8 km
  • Welwyn3.1 km
  • Welwyn Garden City3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • St Mary's Church0.1 km
  • St Mary's Church0.1 km
  • Library0.2 km
  • School Lane0.3 km
  • Church Place0.3 km