WD6 1BQ is a mixed residential area on Station Road, 1.0km from Borehamwood in Borehamwood. Administratively it sits within Borehamwood Hillside ward and the Hertsmere constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 66% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (52% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £365k.
Census 2021 statistics for WD6 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00169759 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STATION ROAD, WD6 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION ROAD, WD6 1BQ.
242
33
£ 57,500 /yr
68%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WD6 1BQ 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
High employment, young population. WD6 1BQ combines 68% economic activity with a 33-year average age — the hallmarks of a graduate-retention neighbourhood. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WD6 1BQ. The average age is 33.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Flat
£ 327,500
32 sales · Mean £ 320,428
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WD6 1BQ is moderate at 61 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.
school Local Schools
Summerswood Primary School
Yavneh College
Yavneh Primary School
Monksmead School
St Teresa Catholic Primary School
Cowley Hill School
Kenilworth Primary School
Meryfield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- Dipa News0.6 km
- Greggs Plc0.6 km
- Millys Bakery0.7 km
- Pyramid Pharmacy0.4 km
- Shenley 24/7 Food And Wine Ltd0.5 km
- + 23 more
Restaurant, Cafe
39 nearby- Bricky's0.2 km
- Chloes0.5 km
- Creams Desert Cafe0.6 km
- Gem Gems0.2 km
- Jennys Cafe0.6 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Lidl Food Stores0.5 km
- Orange Supermarket0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.5 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Basil Lounge0.4 km
- Borehamwood Kosher Deli0.3 km
- Mooboo Bubble Tea0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- Ariya Grills Ltd0.2 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Hart And Spool Public House0.7 km
- Old Haberdashers Rugby Club1.0 km
- The Wellington Pub Bull And Bird0.3 km
- Borehamwood Mens Club (1935) Limited0.4 km
- Borehamwood Social Club0.4 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Elstree Inn0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Elstree & Borehamwood0.1 km
- Radlett4.5 km
- Mill Hill Broadway4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Elstree & Borehamwood Railway Station0.1 km
- Elstree & Borehamwood Railway Station0.1 km
- Elstree & Borehamwood Rail Station0.1 km
- Elstree & Borehamwood Railway Station0.2 km
- Elstree & Borehamwood Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WD61BQ · Data under Open Government Licence