Caldecote Gardens is in Bushey and in Hertsmere district. WD2 3RA is located in the Bushey Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertsmere. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Caldecote Gardens, Bushey, WD2 3RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD2 3RA, WD23 4GF, WD23 4AD, WD23 4GS, WD23 4QS, WD23 4ED, WD23 4GR, WD23 4QR, WD23 4QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WD2 3RA has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.6% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 56.6% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 5.6% |
| Male | 46% | 43.4% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -5.6% |
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 WD2 3RA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.6% 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 | 23.1% | 24.5% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.9% | 62.6% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 18.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 5.7% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 5% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.9% | 49.5% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 33.9% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 13% | 14.3% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 4% | 1.6% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
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 43.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 17.5% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 13% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 10.2% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 9.2% | -0.6% | 16.9% | -7.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.6% | 43.5% | 10.9% | 33.8% | 9.7% |
| Other | 7.2% | 3.5% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 4.3% | 16.1% | 11.8% | 3.1% | 13.0% |
| Other Asian | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 86.4% | 74.9% | -11.5% | 81.4% | -6.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 81% 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 | 87.8% | 81% | -6.8% | 83.2% | -2.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 6.3% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 3.7% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 7.4% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.1% | 81% | -0.1% | 83.2% | -2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 17.2% | 15.3% | 9.8% | 7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.6% | 0% | -14.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 5.1% | 0.6% | 4.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 7.4% | 37.2% | -29.8% |
| Christian | 20.6% | 46.2% | -25.6% |
| Hindu | 13.5% | 1.7% | 11.8% |
| Jewish | 46.4% | 0.5% | 45.9% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caldecote Gardens was 34.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.7% lower than the Aldenham West average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Caldecote Gardens has the 18th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Aldenham West and the 75th lowest crime rate of 315 local areas in Hertsmere .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Caldecote Gardens, Bushey, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £166,500 | 1996-07-31 | £1,058,081 |
WD2 3RA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
WD2 3RA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WD2 3RA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhey Early Years Centre Eastbury Road , Oxhey WD19 4RL | 4out of 4 | 4,350 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bushey Heath Primary School The Rutts , Bushey Heath WD23 1SP | 4out of 4 | 625 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery School Lane , WD23 1ST | 4out of 4 | 1,328 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartsbourne Primary School Hartsbourne Road , WD23 1SJ | 3out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Junior School School Lane , WD23 1SR | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Reddings Primary School Harcourt Road , WD23 3PR | 3out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bushey Meads School Coldharbour Lane , WD23 4PA | 3out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange Academy London Road , WD23 3AA | - not rated | 2,374 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bentley Wood High School Clamp Hill , HA7 3JW | 4out of 4 | 3,015 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Queens' School Aldenham Road , WD23 2TY | 3out of 4 | 3,041 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatch End High School Headstone Lane , HA3 6NR | 3out of 4 | 4,525 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanmore College Elm Park , HA7 4BQ | - not rated | 4,091 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Academy Spur Road , HA8 8DE | 3out of 4 | 4,445 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars School Whitefriars Avenue , Wealdstone HA3 5RQ | 4out of 4 | 5,335 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immanuel College 87-91 Elstree Road , WD23 4EB | - not rated | 357 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow Wood School Coldharbour Lane , WD23 4NN | 3out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hilda's School High Street , WD23 3DA | - not rated | 1,469 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's School Merry Hill Road , WD23 1DT | - not rated | 1,785 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Falconer School Falconer Road , WD23 3AT | 3out of 4 | 2,294 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mabels Vintage Tearooms | Reveley Lodge, Elstree Road | 287 yd | |
| Olivios | 72 High Road, Bushey | 832 yd | |
| Toulous | 92 High Road, Bushey Heath | 850 yd | |
| Waffle House | 108 High Road, Bushey | 860 yd | |
| Sea Pebbles | 114-116 High Road, Bushey | 870 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Crowns | The Three Crowns, High Road | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Garden Cafe | Reveley Lodge, 88 Elstree Road | 235 yd | |
| Flax Foods | 43 High Road, Bushey Heath | 891 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 37 High Road, Bushey | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens Stores Ltd | 41 High Road, Bushey Heath | 905 yd | |
| Tesco | 83-89, High Road | 1,053 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Immanuel College 87-91 87-91 ELSTREE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 245 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.