HP4 1DU is a sought-after residential area on Egerton Road, 0.6km from Berkhamsted 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 1DU offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £745k, up 17.2% year-on-year. 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 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00118698 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EGERTON ROAD, HP4 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EGERTON ROAD, HP4 1DU.
312
40
£ 72,600 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HP4 1DU 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. HP4 1DU's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £745k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £745k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 17.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HP4 1DU. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 665,000
13 sales · Mean £ 686,490
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HP4 1DU has low crime rates — 8 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
Bridgewater Primary School
Westfield Primary School and Nursery
St Thomas More Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School
Victoria Church of England Infant and Nursery School
St Mary's CofE Primary School, Northchurch
Greenway Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Acorn Pharmacy0.9 km
- Everyone Active Sports & Leisure Management0.8 km
- Jester1.0 km
- Majestic Wine Warehouse0.6 km
- Sushi Daily0.9 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Cafe Epicure Ltd1.0 km
- Caffe Nero1.0 km
- Marios1.0 km
- Olive Tree Restaurant0.9 km
- Per Tutti1.0 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.8 km
- Waitrose0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Cyprus Mezze0.6 km
- Berko Pizza0.6 km
- Papa John's1.0 km
- Unicorn / Magic Wok0.6 km
- Wami Michi0.7 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The George Inn0.9 km
- Berkhamsted Sports & Social Club0.7 km
- Kitcheners Bowls Club0.9 km
- Berkhamsted Football Club0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Berkhamsted0.9 km
- Tring4.9 km
- Hemel Hempstead6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Dukes Way0.2 km
- Dukes Way0.3 km
- South Park Gardens0.3 km
- South Park Gardens0.3 km
- Bridgewater School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: HP41DU · Data under Open Government Licence