WD18 7FH is a safe, established residential area on Rickmansworth Road, 0.4km from West Watford in Watford (Watford). Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Watford constituency.
Day-to-day life in WD18 7FH has the character of a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Watford.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.1M.
Census 2021 statistics for WD18 7FH are sourced from Output Area E00169702 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RICKMANSWORTH ROAD, WD18 7FH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICKMANSWORTH ROAD, WD18 7FH.
239
38
£ 67,900 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD18 7FH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WD18 7FH is an established family neighbourhood — 53% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD18 7FH. The average age is 38.4. 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
£ 840,000
3 sales · Mean £ 903,333
Semi-Detached
£ 457,500
2 sales · Mean £ 457,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WD18 7FH has low crime rates — 36 incidents 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 Boys
Chessbrook Education Support Centre
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School
Westfield Academy
Chater Infant School
Ascot Road Primary School
Holywell Primary School
Croxley Danes School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Spar1.0 km
- Stop And Shop0.5 km
- Watford Food & Wine0.8 km
- Newsbox0.5 km
- Medina Food Store0.8 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Spirit Store0.3 km
- Pangea Spirit0.4 km
- West Herts Sports Club0.9 km
- The Harvester0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Chicken Cottage0.8 km
- China Garden0.8 km
- BloomsYard0.5 km
- New Happy Place Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Pizza And Kebab Corner0.4 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- The Cafe In The Park0.6 km
- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- King Of Pizza0.5 km
- Med Cakes0.4 km
- Pucka Tucka0.3 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Budgens0.3 km
- Tesco0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Rickmansworth Road Guest House0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Watford1.6 km
- Watford High Street1.9 km
- Watford Junction1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Metropolitan Station Approach0.2 km
- Gade Close0.2 km
- Gade Close0.2 km
- Sydney Road0.2 km
- Metropolitan Station Approach0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WD187FH · Data under Open Government Licence