Colindale Avenue is in St. Albans and in St Albans district. AL1 1JN is located in the Cunningham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Albans. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colindale Avenue, St. Albans, AL1 1JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: AL1 1JW, AL1 1JA, AL1 1JR, AL1 1JS, AL1 1JL, AL1 1JP, AL1 1JB, AL1 1JJ, AL1 3FU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around AL1 1JN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of AL1 1JN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31% | 30.4% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 59.8% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 3.3% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -5.8% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.5% | 65.3% | 6.8% | 48.4% | 16.9% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 28% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 5.9% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -6.8% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around AL1 1JN this area, 4.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 73.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.4% | 4.4% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.9% | 4% | 0.1% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.8% | 7.3% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 8.4% | -2.2% | 16.9% | -8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 65.8% | 73.5% | 7.7% | 33.8% | 39.7% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.8% | 89.3% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 7.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 85.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 85.1% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 6.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.2% | 84.6% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.2% | 0.8% | -7.4% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.3% | 76.7% | 13.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 1.7% | 13.5% | -11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colindale Avenue was 103.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.3% lower than the Cunningham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Colindale Avenue has the 9th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Cunningham and the 87th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in St Albans .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Colindale Avenue, St. Albans, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2001-08-29 | £702,817 |
| 8 Colindale Avenue, St. Albans, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 1997-12-19 | £776,327 |
AL1 1JN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 34 |
| Education | 28 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muriel Green Nursery School Church Crescent , AL3 5JB | 3out of 4 | 1,753 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's School Cottonmill Lane , AL1 1HL | 3out of 4 | 667 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School & Nursery St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School, Cecil Road , AL1 5EG | 4out of 4 | 724 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cunningham Hill Junior School Cell Barnes Lane , AL1 5QJ | 4out of 4 | 888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cunningham Hill Infant School Cell Barnes Lane , AL1 5QJ | 4out of 4 | 888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fleetville Junior School 228 Hatfield Road , AL1 4LW | 4out of 4 | 1,147 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loreto College Hatfield Road , AL1 3RQ | 4out of 4 | 934 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Verulam School Brampton Road , AL1 4PR | 3out of 4 | 1,440 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Marlborough Science Academy Watling Street , AL1 2QA | 3out of 4 | 1,920 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont School Austen Way , AL4 0XB | 4out of 4 | 2,361 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School Colney Heath Lane , AL4 0TT | 3out of 4 | 2,837 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands College Oaklands Campus , Hatfield Road AL4 0JA | - not rated | 3,101 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Ryder Academy Drakes Drive , AL1 5AR | 3out of 4 | 1,405 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Albans Independent College 69 London Road , AL1 1LN | - not rated | 684 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Albans High School for Girls Townsend Avenue , St Albans AL1 3SJ | - not rated | 1,493 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Albans School Abbey Gateway , AL3 4HB | - not rated | 1,586 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Watling View School Watling View , AL1 2NU | 3out of 4 | 1,702 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columba's College King Harry Lane , AL3 4AW | - not rated | 1,830 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Catering @ Deloitte LLP | 3 Victoria Square, Victoria Street | 526 yd | |
| Lebanese Kitchen | 64A Stanhope Road, St Albans | 677 yd | |
| The Breakfast Club | 62 Stanhope Road, St Albans | 677 yd | |
| Chilli Raj Restaurant | 61 Stanhope Road, St Albans | 732 yd | |
| 50Nine | 59 Stanhope Road, St Albans | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verulam Golf Club | London Road, St Albans | 259 yd | |
| County Constitutional Club | Ridgmont Road, St Albans | 549 yd | |
| The Horn | The Horn Ph, Victoria Street | 723 yd | |
| The Farmers Boy Ph | 134 London Road, St Albans | 779 yd | |
| The Great Northern Ph | 172 London Road, St Albans | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| H & H Fried Chicken | 155 Victoria Street, St Albans | 733 yd | |
| Coddess Fish and Chips | 145B Victoria Street, St Albans | 740 yd | |
| Tops Pizza | 128 London Road, St Albans | 779 yd | |
| H&H Pizza & Kebabs | 150 London Road, St Albans | 779 yd | |
| Papa's Pizza | 124 London Road, St Albans | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 19-21 St Peters Street, St Albans | 403 yd | |
| H&H Food & Wine | 153 Victoria Street, St Albans | 733 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 95 Hatfield Road, St Albans | 839 yd | |
| Iceland Foods | 140 Victoria Street, St Albans | 843 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Verulam Golf Club Ltd LONDON ROAD | golf | 259 yd |
| Quality Hotel Leisure Club (St Albans) (Closed) 232-236 232-236 London Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 320 yd |
| Cunningham Hill Playing Fields Cunningham Hill Road | grass pitches | 500 yd |
| Foxcroft Playing Field FOXCROFT | grass pitches | 556 yd |
| Cunningham Hill Junior School CELL BARNES LANE | grass pitches | 770 yd |
| St Peter'S School COTTONMILL LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 796 yd |
| Cottonmill Swimming Pool COTTON MILL SWIMMING POOL COTTON MILL SWIMMING POOL COTTONMILL LANE | swimming pool | 870 yd |
| Marlborough Open Space Cottonmill Lane | grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Loreto College UPPER LATTIMORE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,029 yd |
| Clarence Park CLARENCE PARK CLARENCE PARK CLARENCE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,041 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.