Postcode Analysis Watford, East of England

THE RIDGEWAY, WD17 4TL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE RIDGEWAY, WD17 4TL.

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Population

348

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 63,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WD17 4TL 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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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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7/10
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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

WD17 4TL is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £727k, 93% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £727k 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

WD17 4TL is a sought-after residential area on The Ridgeway, 1.2km from Leavesden Green in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Nascot ward and the Watford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WD17, WD17 4TL offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £727k. 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 WD17 4TL are sourced from Output Area E00121268 (shared with 19 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 4TL. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British54.0%
Asian / British Asian30.7%
Black / African / Caribbean7.2%
Other / Mixed8.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 725,000

3 sales · Mean £ 717,333

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

WD17 4TL has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences16
Burglary8
Anti-social behaviour7
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Holy Rood Catholic Primary School

Outstanding447 pupils0.5 km
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The Orchard Primary School

Good463 pupils0.7 km
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Beechfield School

Good408 pupils1.0 km
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Cassiobury Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding304 pupils1.1 km
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Nascot Wood Junior School

Outstanding239 pupils1.2 km
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Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding219 pupils1.2 km
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Cassiobury Junior School

Outstanding361 pupils1.3 km
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Cherry Tree Primary School

Good426 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • F T Taylor0.6 km
  • Goodwood Parade Post Office0.6 km
  • Nisa Supermarket0.6 km
  • Variety Wines0.5 km
  • Faab Bakery0.9 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Dragon Garden0.6 km
  • Leavesden Tandoori0.5 km
  • RFC0.5 km
  • Codland Fish And Chips0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Saffron House0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Watford North2.2 km
  • Watford Junction2.4 km
  • Garston (Hertfordshire)2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Wimborne Grove0.1 km
  • Wimborne Grove0.1 km
  • Grove Mill Lane0.2 km
  • The Ridgeway0.2 km
  • The Ridgeway0.2 km