WD17 1DD is a mixed residential area located 0.8km from Watford in Watford (Watford). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Watford constituency.
This is 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, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 43% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 103 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for WD17 1DD are sourced from Output Area E00169705 (shared with 39 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WD17 1DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WD17 1DD.
451
34
£ 50,200 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD17 1DD 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
WD17 1DD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 29% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (34) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD17 1DD. The average age is 34.3. 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 around WD17 1DD is above average at 103 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
Watford St John's Church of England Primary School
Lanchester Primary School
Central Primary School
The Watford UTC
Chater Junior School
Watford Grammar School for Girls
Chater Infant School
Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
96 nearby- Ferhat Food Centre0.9 km
- Glomens African Food0.5 km
- Grounded Kitchen0.6 km
- Harris Grocery Limited0.9 km
- Pane Pan Bakery0.9 km
- + 91 more
Pub, NightClub
27 nearby- The Palace Theatre0.5 km
- West Herts Sports Club0.9 km
- Pryzm0.4 km
- Steinbeck And Shaw @ PRYZM0.4 km
- Cother Arms0.9 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
127 nearby- Five Guys0.6 km
- Jenny's Restaurant0.8 km
- KFC0.6 km
- Spice Lounge0.8 km
- Starbucks0.6 km
- + 122 more
Takeaway Shop
38 nearby- Ks Kitchen0.5 km
- Roosters Piri Piri0.6 km
- Asia Taste0.5 km
- Burger King0.6 km
- Ebb Tide0.9 km
- + 33 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Best Western White House Hotel0.7 km
- Leonardo Hotel London Watford0.4 km
- Travelodge0.8 km
- Holiday Inn Express London, Watford Junction0.3 km
- Xtremburger @ The Estcourt Arms0.2 km
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Iceland0.4 km
- Nisa Express0.6 km
- Co-operative Group0.8 km
- Marks And Spencers0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Watford Junction0.2 km
- Watford0.8 km
- Watford High Street1.1 km
Bus Stops
- Watford Junction Railway Station0.1 km
- Watford Junction Railway Station0.2 km
- Watford Junction Railway Station0.2 km
- Watford Junction Railway Station0.2 km
- Watford Junction Railway Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WD171DD · Data under Open Government Licence