Postcode Analysis Watford, East of England

FARTHING CLOSE, WD18 0BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FARTHING CLOSE, WD18 0BT.

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Population

420

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 50,200 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WD18 0BT 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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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 55% owner-occupation and average age 35, WD18 0BT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £230k. Property prices are trending down 10.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WD18 0BT is an active urban area on Farthing Close, 0.7km from Oxhey in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Watford constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 113 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £230k, down 10.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WD18 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00121178 (shared with 34 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 WD18 0BT. 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

White / British63.2%
Asian / British Asian21.0%
Black / African / Caribbean5.3%
Other / Mixed10.5%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 238,750

21 sales · Mean £ 254,047

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

Crime around WD18 0BT is above average at 113 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.

Shoplifting144
Violence and sexual offences116
Anti-social behaviour83
Other theft38
Public order34

school Local Schools

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Field Junior School

Outstanding268 pupils0.1 km
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Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)

Good230 pupils0.2 km
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Watford Grammar School for Girls

Outstanding1432 pupils0.4 km
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Central Primary School

Good428 pupils0.7 km
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Bushey and Oxhey Infant School

Good164 pupils0.8 km
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Bromet Primary School

Good273 pupils0.9 km
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Chater Junior School

Outstanding234 pupils0.9 km
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Oxhey Nursery School

Outstanding118 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

84 nearby
  • Churros Mexicano0.8 km
  • Cineworld Cinemas0.8 km
  • Clinton Cards0.7 km
  • Costcutter0.9 km
  • Holland And Barrett0.7 km
  • + 79 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Diamonds And Strings0.7 km
  • Watford Social Club0.9 km
  • The Palace Theatre0.9 km
  • The Villiers Arms1.0 km
  • Market Tavern0.8 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

91 nearby
  • Kandy Cafe0.8 km
  • Parents Paradise Ltd0.9 km
  • Max Peri Peri0.7 km
  • Auntie Anne's0.7 km
  • Cafe Rosa0.9 km
  • + 86 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Marks And Spencers0.8 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Aldi0.1 km
  • Lidl0.3 km
  • Nisa Express0.8 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

32 nearby
  • Hayris Kebab House0.9 km
  • Pepe's Piri Piri0.8 km
  • Roti Pan1.0 km
  • Teasco0.9 km
  • Ks Kitchen1.0 km
  • + 27 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.5 km
  • Travelodge0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Watford High Street0.3 km
  • Watford0.7 km
  • Bushey0.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Lammas Road0.1 km
  • Crosfield Court0.2 km
  • Dalton Way0.2 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Watford High Street Railway Station0.2 km