King Edward Place is in Bushey and in Hertsmere district. WD23 2RH is located in the Bushey St James electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertsmere. This postcode has been in use since 2008-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about King Edward Place, Bushey, WD23 2RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD23 2RG, WD23 2RJ, WD23 2RN, WD23 2RR, WD23 2RF, WD23 2RP, WD23 2RA, WD23 2RT, WD23 2RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WD23 2RH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% of residents 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 | 49.4% | 54.6% | 5.2% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 50.6% | 45.4% | -5.2% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 WD23 2RH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 26.4% | 27.4% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 53.3% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 (88.4%) 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 | 51.5% | 55.2% | 3.7% | 48.4% | 6.8% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 33.2% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 9.5% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 WD23 2RH this area, 8.1% 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 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 8.1% | -9.1% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 5.2% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 17.6% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 1.4% | -3.2% | 5.3% | -3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 14.3% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.2% | 50% | 17.8% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 8.8% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 5.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 91.6% | 75.2% | -16.4% | 81.4% | -6.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 74.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 74.7% | -15.5% | 83.2% | -8.5% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 9.1% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 5.4% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 6.6% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 74.7% | -14.1% | 83.2% | -8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 20.3% | 19.8% | 9.8% | 10.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.9% | 2.5% | -6.4% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 1.7% | 13.5% | -11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.7% | 37.2% | -17.5% |
| Christian | 33.5% | 46.2% | -12.7% |
| Buddhist | 4.2% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Hindu | 8.4% | 1.7% | 6.7% |
| Jewish | 25.5% | 0.5% | 25.0% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around King Edward Place was 95.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.0% higher than the Bushey North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
King Edward Place has the 9th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Bushey North and the 108th highest crime rate of 315 local areas in Hertsmere .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 11 Windsor House King Edward Place, Bushey, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-05-27 | £324,713 |
| Flat 1 Windsor House King Edward Place, Bushey, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-01-05 | £434,847 |
| Flat 18 Windsor House King Edward Place, Bushey, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2021-06-24 | £655,465 |
| Flat 1 Windsor House King Edward Place, Bushey, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2021-06-10 | £484,261 |
| Flat 15 Windsor House King Edward Place, Bushey, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2021-03-26 | £541,988 |
WD23 2RH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
WD23 2RH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 54 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Other | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxhey Early Years Centre Eastbury Road , Oxhey WD19 4RL | 4out of 4 | 2,406 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Nursery School Briar Road , WD25 0DX | 4out of 4 | 4,822 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournehall Primary School Bournehall Avenue , WD23 3AX | 4out of 4 | 784 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushey Manor Junior School Grange Road , WD23 2QL | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushey and Oxhey Infant School Aldenham Road , WD23 2QH | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery Merry Hill Road , WD23 1SU | 3out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Reddings Primary School Harcourt Road , WD23 3PR | 3out of 4 | 1,309 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queens' School Aldenham Road , WD23 2TY | 3out of 4 | 648 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange Academy London Road , WD23 3AA | - not rated | 845 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushey Meads School Coldharbour Lane , WD23 4PA | 3out of 4 | 1,700 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watford Grammar School for Girls Lady's Close , WD18 0AE | 4out of 4 | 2,055 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Watford UTC 18 Colonial Way , WD24 4PT | 3out of 4 | 2,279 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Herts College Watford Campus , Hempstead Road WD17 3EZ | - not rated | 2,926 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longwood School Bushey Hall Drive , WD23 2QG | - not rated | 385 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falconer School Falconer Road , WD23 3AT | 3out of 4 | 783 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Purcell School Aldenham Road , Bushey WD23 2TS | - not rated | 897 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow Wood School Coldharbour Lane , WD23 4NN | 3out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gurukula - The Hare Krishna Primary School Hartspring Cottage , Elton Way WD25 8HB | - not rated | 1,632 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumonts Cafe | Bushey Grove Leisure Centre, Aldenham Road | 504 yd | |
| Bushey Hall Golf Club | Bushey Hall Drive, Bushey | 596 yd | |
| Walsingham Support Care Home | 122 Aldenham Road, Bushey | 629 yd | |
| Bushey Sports Club | Club House, Metropolitan Police Sports Ground | 737 yd | |
| Lincolnsfield Childrens Residential Centre | Lincolnsfield Riding Centre, Lincoln Field | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powerleague Fives Ltd | Queens School, Aldenham Road | 701 yd | |
| Bushey Conservative Club | 7 High Street, Bushey | 941 yd | |
| The Swan Public House | 25 Park Road, Bushey | 942 yd | |
| Red Lion | 50 High Street, Bushey | 958 yd | |
| The King Stag Public House | The King Stag, 15 Bournehall Road | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eat-Well Diner Ltd | 73 Aldenham Road, Bushey | 999 yd | |
| Sea Breeze | 34 Bushey Hall Road, Bushey | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bushey Grove Leisure Centre ALDENHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 502 yd |
| Powerleague (Watford) Aldenham Road | artificial grass pitch | 588 yd |
| Bushey Hall Golf Club BUSHEY HALL DRIVE | golf | 601 yd |
| Queen'S School (South) METROPOLITAN POLICE SPORTS GROUND METROPOLITAN POLICE SPORTS GROUND ALDENHAM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 615 yd |
| Queen'S School (North) ALDENHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| Moatfield THE MOATFIELD THE MOATFIELD BOURNEHALL LANE | grass pitches | 764 yd |
| The Bushey Academy (Closed) London Road | grass pitches | 772 yd |
| The Bushey Arena LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 784 yd |
| Metropolitan Police Sports Club Bushey ALDENHAM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 888 yd |
| Purcell School THE PURCELL SCHOOL THE PURCELL SCHOOL ALDENHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 917 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.