Postcode Analysis Watford, East of England

STATION ROAD, WD17 1EG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION ROAD, WD17 1EG.

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Population

284

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 50,200 /yr

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Employed

68%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WD17 1EG 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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7/10
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10/10
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10/10
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9/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

WD17 1EG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 27% 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 1EG is a safe, established residential area on Station Road, 1.0km from Watford in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Watford constituency.

For renters and young professionals, WD17 1EG 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. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

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 1EG are sourced from Output Area E00189343 (shared with 155 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 1EG. The average age is 35.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British64.7%
Asian / British Asian20.8%
Black / African / Caribbean4.2%
Other / Mixed10.4%

Economic Activity

68%Active
FT: 51%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

WD17 1EG 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 offences123
Anti-social behaviour107
Other theft35
Public order27
Shoplifting18

school Local Schools

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Watford St John's Church of England Primary School

Good293 pupils0.6 km
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The Watford UTC

Good112 pupils0.7 km
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Lanchester Primary School

Good332 pupils0.7 km
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Central Primary School

Good428 pupils1.0 km
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Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding219 pupils1.0 km
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Knutsford Primary Academy

Good435 pupils1.1 km
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Nascot Wood Junior School

Outstanding239 pupils1.1 km
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Chater Junior School

Outstanding234 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

78 nearby
  • Glomens African Food0.7 km
  • Grounded Kitchen0.9 km
  • Poundland0.9 km
  • B C Fruits0.7 km
  • Best One0.7 km
  • + 73 more
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Pub, NightClub

23 nearby
  • The Palace Theatre0.8 km
  • Pryzm0.5 km
  • Steinbeck And Shaw @ PRYZM0.5 km
  • Cother Arms0.7 km
  • Glenn Sports & Social Club0.7 km
  • + 18 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

93 nearby
  • Five Guys0.9 km
  • KFC0.9 km
  • Starbucks0.8 km
  • Terra Brazil1.0 km
  • The Langley0.8 km
  • + 88 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

38 nearby
  • Ks Kitchen0.7 km
  • Roosters Piri Piri0.8 km
  • Asia Taste0.7 km
  • Burger King0.9 km
  • Fireaway Pizza0.7 km
  • + 33 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Best Western White House Hotel0.9 km
  • Leonardo Hotel London Watford0.7 km
  • Holiday Inn Express London, Watford Junction0.1 km
  • Xtremburger @ The Estcourt Arms0.4 km
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Iceland0.5 km
  • Nisa Express0.9 km
  • Co-operative Group0.6 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Marks And Spencers0.9 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Watford Junction0.1 km
  • Watford1.0 km
  • Watford High Street1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Watford Junction Rail Station0.1 km
  • Watford Junction Rail Station0.1 km
  • Watford Junction Railway Station0.1 km
  • West Street0.1 km
  • West Street0.1 km