Postcode Analysis Dacorum, East of England

THE MARLOWES CENTRE, HP1 1DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE MARLOWES CENTRE, HP1 1DX.

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Population

367

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Avg Age

22

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Avg Income

£ 48,100 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HP1 1DX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

HP1 1DX has a significant social housing presence — 75% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.

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

HP1 1DX is a lively urban neighbourhood on The Marlowes Centre, 0.3km from Cotterells in Hemel Hempstead. Administratively it sits within Hemel Hempstead Town ward and the Hemel Hempstead constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, HP1 1DX is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — major retail centres of national and regional significance. With an average age of just 22, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 75% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are high (142 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for HP1 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00189320 (shared with 606 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 HP1 1DX. The average age is 22.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.2%
Asian / British Asian7.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed8.2%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near HP1 1DX are high at 142 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences218
Shoplifting174
Anti-social behaviour172
Criminal damage and arson49
Other theft48

school Local Schools

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Heath Lane Nursery School

Good66 pupils0.5 km
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South Hill Primary School

Good415 pupils0.5 km
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The Hemel Hempstead School

Good1259 pupils0.5 km
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Tudor Primary School

Good435 pupils0.6 km
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Broadfield Academy

Good402 pupils1.0 km
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Boxmoor Primary School

Good242 pupils1.1 km
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The Collett School

Good133 pupils1.1 km
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George Street Primary School

Good226 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

36 nearby
  • B&M Stores0.1 km
  • Newsbox0.3 km
  • Primark Stores Limited0.1 km
  • Bargain Booze0.8 km
  • Betfred0.2 km
  • + 31 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • STAY BELVEDERE HOTELS LTD0.8 km
  • Travelodge Hotels Limited0.2 km
  • Premier Inn0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

46 nearby
  • Marmaris Turkish Restaurant0.8 km
  • Pepes Piri Piri Hemel Hempstead0.4 km
  • Physique Gym0.1 km
  • Prima Stazione Cafe0.9 km
  • Subway0.2 km
  • + 41 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

34 nearby
  • Poon's Kitchen0.8 km
  • Shakestastic1.0 km
  • Town Burger0.4 km
  • Di Capri Pizza Ltd0.2 km
  • Papa Johns0.2 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • ASDA0.4 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods0.5 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Hemel Food Centre0.3 km
  • Fresh Market0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Midland Hotel0.8 km
  • The Full House0.4 km
  • Cotterells Club0.3 km
  • Life & Soul Theatre Academy0.6 km
  • Queens Head0.5 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hemel Hempstead1.5 km
  • Apsley1.9 km
  • Kings Langley5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Waterhouse Street0.2 km
  • Waterhouse Street0.2 km
  • Bridge Street0.2 km
  • Bridge Street0.2 km
  • Bridge Street0.2 km