WD18 0BQ is a mixed residential area on Muriel Avenue, 0.6km from Oxhey in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Watford constituency.
For families considering a move, WD18 0BQ represents 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. Outside of residential hours, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 98 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £426k, down 23.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WD18 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00121178 (shared with 34 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MURIEL AVENUE, WD18 0BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MURIEL AVENUE, WD18 0BQ.
420
35
£ 50,200 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD18 0BQ 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WD18 0BQ's 55% ownership and 35-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 23.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD18 0BQ. The average age is 35.2. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 340,000
2 sales · Mean £ 340,000
Terraced
£ 440,000
6 sales · Mean £ 435,833
Semi-Detached
£ 525,000
1 sales · Mean £ 525,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WD18 0BQ is above average at 98 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
Bromet Primary School
Bushey and Oxhey Infant School
Oxhey Nursery School
Chater Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
76 nearby- Akshar News0.6 km
- Tandoori Indian Takeaway0.8 km
- Vicarage Food And Wine0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Chi Street Food0.7 km
- + 71 more
Restaurant, Cafe
85 nearby- Charlie's Cafe0.7 km
- 1440.5 km
- Cerbul Carpatin0.8 km
- Chaiiwala Watford0.6 km
- Cornerstone Church Watford0.8 km
- + 80 more
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Grilled Cottage0.7 km
- Bubble King0.5 km
- Tikka Nation0.7 km
- Yo! To Go0.4 km
- Heavenly Desserts1.0 km
- + 22 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Market Tavern0.8 km
- The Oddfellows0.8 km
- The Florist0.9 km
- The Victoria Bushey Limited0.7 km
- Diamonds And Strings0.8 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Tesco0.4 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Marks And Spencers0.9 km
- Aldi0.1 km
- Nisa Express0.9 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.8 km
- Premier Inn0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Watford High Street0.4 km
- Bushey0.7 km
- Watford0.7 km
Bus Stops
- Lammas Road0.1 km
- Lammas Road0.2 km
- Dalton Way0.2 km
- Crosfield Court0.3 km
- Tesco0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WD180BQ · Data under Open Government Licence