Postcode Analysis Dacorum, East of England

BILLET LANE, HP4 1DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BILLET LANE, HP4 1DR.

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Population

317

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 72,600 /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: HP4 1DR 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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9/10
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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HP4 1DR's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £626k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £626k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

HP4 1DR is a sought-after residential area on Billet Lane, 0.5km from Gossom's End in Berkhamsted. Administratively it sits within Berkhamsted Castle ward and the South West Hertfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HP4, HP4 1DR offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 94% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £626k. 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 HP4 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00118695 (shared with 6 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 HP4 1DR. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 626,500

2 sales · Mean £ 626,500

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

HP4 1DR has low crime rates — 20 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 offences22
Anti-social behaviour19
Burglary8
Other theft7
Vehicle crime6

school Local Schools

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Bridgewater Primary School

Good457 pupils0.2 km
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Westfield Primary School and Nursery

Outstanding216 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, Northchurch

Good187 pupils0.9 km
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St Thomas More Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

Requires Improvement178 pupils1.1 km
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Victoria Church of England Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding167 pupils1.4 km
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Greenway Primary and Nursery School

Good223 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Everyone Active Sports & Leisure Management0.6 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.5 km
  • Sushi Daily1.0 km
  • Top Shop1.0 km
  • Community Pantry at Northchurch Baptist Church0.8 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Olive Tree Restaurant1.0 km
  • Pizza Express0.9 km
  • Plates0.8 km
  • The Meating Room0.8 km
  • Fat Buddha0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.9 km
  • Waitrose1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Cyprus Mezze0.7 km
  • Berko Pizza0.7 km
  • Unicorn / Magic Wok0.7 km
  • Wami Michi0.7 km
  • AKASH Takeaway0.5 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The George Inn1.0 km
  • Berkhamsted Football Club0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Berkhamsted1.1 km
  • Tring4.7 km
  • Hemel Hempstead6.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Dukes Way0.1 km
  • Bridgewater School0.2 km
  • Dukes Way0.2 km
  • Chiltern Park Avenue0.2 km
  • Belton Road0.4 km