11,247TOTAL POPULATION
4,725HOUSEHOLDS
2.8%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£52,520AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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WD4 POSTCODE REGION

Watford (WD4)

The WD4 postcode area is located in the Watford postcode town region, within the county of Hertfordshire, and contains a total of 553 individual postcodes.

There are 16 electoral wards in the WD4 postcode area, including Abbots Langley, Borehamwood, Bushey, Kings Langley, Radlett, Rickmansworth, Watford which come under the local authority of the Dacorum Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 36% of people in WD4 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of WD4 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


WD4 (Watford District 4) is an area of Watford, Hertfordshire, England. It comprises the eastern and northern parts of Watford borough, including Kings Langley and Apsley. The area is located in the West Hertfordshire local government district.

WD4 is a mainly residential area, with some businesses and limited industrial areas. The area is served by Watford Junction railway station. The nearest tube station to WD4 is Watford High Street.

WD4 contains a mix of modern developments, plus some Victorian terraced houses. The area has had a great deal of development in recent years and many green spaces and parks can be found in the area, such as King George V Playing Fields.

The area of WD4 is very safe and is home to many families and local professionals. There is a mix of nationalities, including Asian and Black British. The area has a number of excellent local amenities, such as shops, restaurants and cafes.

Local schools in the WD4 area are popular and include Kings' School, Watford Grammar School for Boys and St Clement Danes School. Health Services are provided by Watford General Hospital and Watford Health Centre.

The Kings Langley bus stop is located in the centre of WD4, serving routes to Watford, St. Albans and Hemel Hempstead. Buses run frequently and an extensive network of buses and trains ensures easy access to London and surrounding areas.

WD4 is a great place to live for those seeking a safe environment away from the hustle and bustle of London. It provides a peaceful ambience, great local transport links, excellent schools and plenty of opportunities for leisure activities.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 91%WORKING
  • 9%UNEMPLOYED

9% of people in WD4 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 36%AB
  • 52%C2/C2
  • 12%DE

According to census records, 36% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 87%WHITE
  • 13%NON-WHITE

87% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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WD4Hertfordshire

Hertfordshire

The county of Hertfordshire

WD4 is located in the county of Hertfordshire, in England.

Hertfordshire has a total population of 1,176,700, making it the 12th largest county in the UK.

Hertfordshire has a total area of 634 square miles, and a population density of 716 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Hertfordshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeWD4
Postal TownWatford
MSOA NameDacorum 022
LSOA NameDacorum 022A
CountyHertfordshire
RegionHertfordshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityDacorum
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

WD4 Electoral Wards

The postal region of WD4, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Abbots Langley
Bedmond
Belsize
Bucks Hill
Bulstrode
Chipperfield
Commonwood
Gade
Hunton Bridge
Kings Langley
Langleybury
Leavesden
Nash Mills
Rucklers Lane
Sarratt
Tower Hill
Whippendell Botton
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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