WD18 0AZ is an active urban area on May Cottages, 0.6km from Watford in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Watford constituency.
For families considering a move, WD18 0AZ represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 111 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for WD18 0AZ are sourced from Output Area E00121177 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAY COTTAGES, WD18 0AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAY COTTAGES, WD18 0AZ.
288
37
£ 50,200 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD18 0AZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
WD18 0AZ is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD18 0AZ. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WD18 0AZ is above average at 111 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Field Junior School
Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)
Watford Grammar School for Girls
Central Primary School
Chater Junior School
Oxhey Nursery School
Bushey and Oxhey Infant School
Bromet Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
88 nearby- Asia Village1.0 km
- Churros Mexicano0.8 km
- Cineworld Cinemas0.7 km
- Clinton Cards0.7 km
- Costcutter0.9 km
- + 83 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Diamonds And Strings0.7 km
- Watford Social Club0.9 km
- The Palace Theatre0.9 km
- Market Tavern0.7 km
- The Oddfellows0.7 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
95 nearby- Kandy Cafe0.9 km
- Parents Paradise Ltd1.0 km
- Max Peri Peri0.7 km
- Auntie Anne's0.7 km
- Cafe Rosa0.9 km
- + 90 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Marks And Spencers0.8 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Aldi0.2 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- Nisa Express0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
33 nearby- Hayris Kebab House0.9 km
- Pepe's Piri Piri0.8 km
- Roti Pan0.9 km
- Teasco0.9 km
- Ks Kitchen0.9 km
- + 28 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Premier Inn0.5 km
- Best Western White House Hotel1.0 km
- Leonardo Hotel London Watford1.0 km
- Travelodge0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Watford High Street0.4 km
- Watford0.6 km
- Bushey0.8 km
Bus Stops
- Lammas Road0.0 km
- Lammas Road0.2 km
- Crosfield Court0.3 km
- Dalton Way0.3 km
- Watford High Street Railway Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WD180AZ · Data under Open Government Licence