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St. Albans (AL3)
The AL3 postcode area is located in the St. Albans postcode town region, within the county of Hertfordshire, and contains a total of 1289 individual postcodes.
There are 67 electoral wards in the AL3 postcode area, including Harpenden, Hatfield, St Albans, Welwyn, Welwyn Garden City which come under the local authority of the St Albans Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 47% of people in AL3 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 AL3 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The AL3 postcode is a small postcode area within the county of Hertfordshire, England. Located to the west of St Albans, and near Harpenden, the AL3 postcode covers most of the villages on the North-West spur of the county, including Harpenden Common, Wheathampstead, Kimpton and Carnforth. This rural area offers a peaceful surroundings and lush views, making it an ideal home for those looking for a quiet lifestyle away from cities.
The AL3 postcode contains a wide range of property types, from older terraces to ultra-modern apartment blocks with stunning views over the countryside. The area combines easy access to more urban locations such as St Albans and Hemel Hempstead, while retaining a distinctly rural atmosphere.
In the area around the postcode, there is a wealth of sporting and leisure activities available, ranging from golf courses and numerous walking routes to equestrian centres and sailing. The area caters to a variety of tastes, offering a bustling market every Saturday in Harpenden and a particularly vibrant music scene.
The area is well connected to the rest of Hertfordshire with numerous bus routes running throughout. There is a large shopping centre and a mainline railway station in Harpenden, with direct services to London Euston taking just 25 minutes under normal operational times. This makes the postcode a great choice for commuting into London.
The education choices available in the AL3 postcode area are very strong, ranging from Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding' primary schools and specialist secondary schools, to several schools associated with the University of Hertfordshire. Altogether, there's something for everyone in the AL3 postcode area, making it an ideal location to live, work and play.
Demographics
Hertfordshire
AL3 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.
| Outward Code | AL3 |
| Postal Town | St. Albans |
| MSOA Name | St Albans 014 |
| LSOA Name | St Albans 014C |
| County | Hertfordshire |
| Region | Hertfordshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | St Albans |
| Area Classification | Unclassified |
AL3 Electoral Wards
The postal region of AL3, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 47% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.