WD5 0BY is a safe, established residential area on Gallows Hill Lane, 0.7km from Upper Highway in Abbots Langley and Kings Langley. Administratively it sits within Gade Valley ward and the Watford constituency.
For families considering a move, WD5 0BY represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £880k, up 94.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WD5 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00121002 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GALLOWS HILL LANE, WD5 0BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GALLOWS HILL LANE, WD5 0BY.
359
42
£ 55,900 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. WD5 0BY's low deprivation rank, 71% ownership, and £880k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £880k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 94.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD5 0BY. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 875,000
5 sales · Mean £ 1,026,000
Semi-Detached
£ 742,500
2 sales · Mean £ 742,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WD5 0BY has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Divine Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School
Tanners Wood Junior Mixed and Infant School
Breakspeare School
Abbots Langley School
St Paul's Church of England Primary School, Langleybury
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Abbots Langley Supermarket0.8 km
- Season Wines Ltd0.8 km
- Spar Abbots Langley0.4 km
- Full Moon0.8 km
- Martin Newsagents0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Abbots Langley Bowls Club0.8 km
- Manor House Sports & Social Centre0.2 km
- The Boys Home1.0 km
- Abbots Langley & District Men'S Club0.8 km
- Abbots Langley Cricket Club0.2 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Abbots Tandoori Restaurant0.8 km
- Henderson Hub - Elviras0.8 km
- Simmons Bakers0.8 km
- The Sunny Side Brunch0.4 km
- The Village Cafe0.9 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Dolphin Fish Bar0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- The Lighthouse0.4 km
- Village Tandoori Takeaway0.9 km
- Noor Mahal Ltd0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hunton Park Hotel1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kings Langley0.9 km
- Garston (Hertfordshire)3.6 km
- Watford North3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Gallows Hill Lane0.2 km
- Gallows Hill Lane0.2 km
- Pope's Road0.3 km
- The Fairway0.3 km
- The Fairway0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WD50BY · Data under Open Government Licence