Postcode Analysis Watford, East of England

WD17 1AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WD17 1AB.

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Population

400

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 55,300 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WD17 1AB 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.

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2/10
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2/10
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7/10
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9/10
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10/10
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9/10
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10/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

WD17 1AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 32, 51% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

WD17 1AB is a safe, established residential area located 1.1km from North Watford in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Callowland ward and the Watford constituency.

For renters and young professionals, WD17 1AB offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WD17 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00121141 (shared with 30 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 WD17 1AB. The average age is 32.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British59.6%
Asian / British Asian18.8%
Black / African / Caribbean7.8%
Other / Mixed13.8%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 3%
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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)

WD17 1AB has low crime rates — 46 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 offences122
Anti-social behaviour96
Other theft36
Public order26
Shoplifting19

school Local Schools

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The Watford UTC

Good112 pupils0.5 km
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Watford St John's Church of England Primary School

Good293 pupils0.7 km
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Lanchester Primary School

Good332 pupils0.9 km
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Knutsford Primary Academy

Good435 pupils0.9 km
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Central Primary School

Good428 pupils1.0 km
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Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding219 pupils1.1 km
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Parkgate Junior School

Outstanding236 pupils1.1 km
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Nascot Wood Junior School

Outstanding239 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

74 nearby
  • Glomens African Food0.8 km
  • Grounded Kitchen0.9 km
  • Poundland0.9 km
  • B C Fruits0.8 km
  • Best One0.8 km
  • + 69 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

24 nearby
  • The Palace Theatre0.9 km
  • Pryzm0.7 km
  • Steinbeck And Shaw @ PRYZM0.7 km
  • Cother Arms0.6 km
  • Glenn Sports & Social Club0.6 km
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

87 nearby
  • Five Guys1.0 km
  • KFC1.0 km
  • Starbucks0.9 km
  • The Langley0.9 km
  • Cafe Bianco0.9 km
  • + 82 more
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Takeaway Shop

37 nearby
  • Ks Kitchen0.8 km
  • Roosters Piri Piri0.9 km
  • Asia Taste0.8 km
  • Burger King0.9 km
  • Fireaway Pizza0.8 km
  • + 32 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Leonardo Hotel London Watford0.8 km
  • Holiday Inn Express London, Watford Junction0.2 km
  • Xtremburger @ The Estcourt Arms0.4 km
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Iceland0.7 km
  • Nisa Express1.0 km
  • Co-operative Group0.5 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Marks And Spencers0.9 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Watford Junction0.1 km
  • Watford1.1 km
  • Watford North1.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Watford Junction Rail Station0.1 km
  • Watford Junction Rail Station0.1 km
  • Watford Junction Rail Station0.1 km
  • Watford Junction Rail Station0.1 km
  • Watford Junction Railway Station0.1 km