AL7 1BA is a sought-after residential area located 0.8km from Haldens in Welwyn Garden City. Administratively it sits within Haldens ward and the Welwyn Hatfield constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in AL7, AL7 1BA offers an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% 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 33 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 AL7 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00121425 (shared with 37 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AL7 1BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AL7 1BA.
293
42
£ 50,600 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: AL7 1BA represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. AL7 1BA's low deprivation rank, 66% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL7 1BA. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
AL7 1BA has low crime rates — 33 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
Panshanger Primary School
Ridgeway Academy
The Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Waterside Academy
Swallow Dell Primary and Nursery School
Peartree Primary School
Holwell Primary School
Ludwick Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Artizian Catering-Roche Products Ltd0.7 km
- The Great Wall Chinese Restaurant0.9 km
- Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue Service0.6 km
- PW Gates0.4 km
- Tewin Road Cafe0.3 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
- Morrisons0.9 km
- Aldi0.6 km
- Tesco0.7 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Morrisons Petrol Filling Station0.9 km
- Londis Eastbridge0.6 km
- The Liquor Booze Barn Ltd0.9 km
- Wickes0.7 km
- Majestic Wine0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Valeside Catering0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Attimore Hall0.8 km
- Shamrock Club0.8 km
- The Bakehouse0.6 km
- The Sheldan Inn0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Fat Jacks / Downtown Pizza0.8 km
- Masterchef and Shakes0.9 km
- Megna Indian Take Away0.5 km
- Kebab & Fishermans Net0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Welwyn0.3 km
- Welwyn Garden City1.0 km
- Welwyn North2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Brownfields0.1 km
- Mundells0.2 km
- The Moors0.3 km
- Business Parks South0.3 km
- Business Parks North0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: AL71BA · Data under Open Government Licence