AL8 6BH is an active urban area on Howardsgate, 0.6km from Sherrardspark in Welwyn Garden City. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Handside ward and the Welwyn Hatfield constituency.
The people who live in AL8 6BH are typical of a diverse urban neighbourhood with mixed household types and languages. Outside of residential hours, areas dominated by food and entertainment. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. Employment levels are high (56% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (268 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for AL8 6BH are sourced from Output Area E00190227 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOWARDSGATE, AL8 6BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWARDSGATE, AL8 6BH.
112
36
£ 56,800 /yr
72%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: AL8 6BH 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
Social renting makes up 37% of tenure in AL8 6BH — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for AL8 6BH. The average age is 36.1. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near AL8 6BH are high at 268 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Applecroft School
Peartree Primary School
Templewood Primary School
Our Lady Catholic Primary School
Ludwick Nursery School
Holwell Primary School
Lakeside School
Stanborough School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Bakehouse0.9 km
- Stanborough Beefeater & Premier Inn1.0 km
- The Doctors Tonic0.2 km
- The Two Willows0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Elehouse Cafe0.4 km
- Bedtime Beers Ltd0.2 km
- Body & Soul Cafe, Christchurch Baptist0.6 km
- Cafe Nero0.1 km
- Cote Brasserie0.1 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
- Iceland0.2 km
- Sainsburys0.4 km
- Waitrose0.3 km
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- College Lane Premier Shop0.4 km
- Cheers & Beers Ltd0.1 km
- Greggs0.2 km
- Hotel Chocolat0.2 km
- Londis Eastbridge0.8 km
- + 19 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Valeside Catering0.8 km
- Welwyn Garden City Travelodge0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Burger King0.1 km
- Domino's Pizza0.2 km
- Golden Valley Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Masterchef and Shakes0.8 km
- Megna Indian Take Away0.9 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Welwyn Garden City0.3 km
- Welwyn1.1 km
- Welwyn North2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Sainsburys0.1 km
- Russellcroft Road0.1 km
- Russellcroft Road0.2 km
- Welwyn Garden City Rail Station0.3 km
- Bus Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: AL86BH · Data under Open Government Licence