WD18 0DY is a mixed residential area on St James Road, 0.6km from Watford in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Vicarage ward and the Watford constituency.
For families considering a move, WD18 0DY 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. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 44% 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: Average house prices are around £377k, down 10.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WD18 0DY are sourced from Output Area E00121354 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST JAMES ROAD, WD18 0DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST JAMES ROAD, WD18 0DY.
396
35
£ 54,100 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD18 0DY 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 35, WD18 0DY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 10.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD18 0DY. The average age is 35.3. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 379,250
18 sales · Mean £ 394,805
Semi-Detached
£ 390,000
2 sales · Mean £ 390,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WD18 0DY is above average at 98 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.
school Local Schools
Watford Grammar School for Girls
Field Junior School
Watford Field School (Infant & Nursery)
Chater Junior School
Central Primary School
Laurance Haines School
Chater Infant School
Oxhey Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
95 nearby- Akshar News0.2 km
- Tandoori Indian Takeaway0.4 km
- Vicarage Food And Wine0.3 km
- Watford Food & Wine0.8 km
- Gill's Superstore0.8 km
- + 90 more
Restaurant, Cafe
100 nearby- Charlie's Cafe0.3 km
- Brazuca Bar0.8 km
- Cafe Cidade0.7 km
- Pepe's Piri Piri0.7 km
- BBs Coffee & Muffins0.6 km
- + 95 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Chicken Cottage0.7 km
- China Garden0.8 km
- Grilled Cottage0.3 km
- Mint0.7 km
- Spiceland Kebabish0.8 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- Aldi0.5 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- Nisa Express0.7 km
- Marks And Spencers0.7 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Premier Inn0.7 km
- Best Western White House Hotel0.7 km
- Leonardo Hotel London Watford0.9 km
- Travelodge0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The One Crown0.5 km
- The Red Lion0.4 km
- Two Trees Micro0.3 km
- Canvas0.9 km
- Diamonds And Strings0.5 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Watford High Street0.5 km
- Watford0.5 km
- Bushey1.1 km
Bus Stops
- Farraline Road0.2 km
- The Hornets0.3 km
- Wiggenhall Road0.3 km
- Lammas Road0.3 km
- Wiggenhall Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WD180DY · Data under Open Government Licence