Postcode Analysis Three Rivers, East of England

BADGERS WALK, WD3 5GB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BADGERS WALK, WD3 5GB.

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Population

155

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Avg Age

68

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Avg Income

£ 70,900 /yr

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Employed

23%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WD3 5GB 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.

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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

WD3 5GB is a settled retirement community — average age 68, 80% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £365k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 7.4% year-on-year.

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

WD3 5GB is a sought-after residential area on Badgers Walk, 1.4km from Chorleywood in Chorleywood. Administratively it sits within Chorleywood North & Sarratt ward and the South West Hertfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WD3, WD3 5GB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. An established, mature community with an average age of 68 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £365k, down 7.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WD3 5GB are sourced from Output Area E00120929 (shared with 9 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 WD3 5GB. The average age is 68.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

23%Active
FT: 13%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 370,000

12 sales · Mean £ 364,583

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

WD3 5GB has low crime rates — 13 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.

Violence and sexual offences13
Anti-social behaviour7
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order4
Drugs3

school Local Schools

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Christ Church Chorleywood CofE School

Outstanding233 pupils0.4 km
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Arnett Hills Junior Mixed and Infant School

Good203 pupils1.1 km
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St Clement Danes School

Outstanding1594 pupils1.3 km
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The Reach Free School

Good684 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The White Horse0.3 km
  • The Junction0.4 km
  • The Old Shepherd1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Cedars Stores0.1 km
  • Shell Chorleywood0.4 km
  • The Bistro At Cedars0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Black Horse0.3 km
  • The Gate Public House0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chorleywood1.2 km
  • Rickmansworth2.5 km
  • Chalfont & Latimer4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Cedars Village0.1 km
  • Wyatt's Road0.3 km
  • Wyatt's Road0.3 km
  • The Gate PH0.4 km
  • The Gate PH0.4 km