Station Approach is in Chorleywood, Rickmansworth and in Three Rivers district. WD3 5NA is located in the Chorleywood North & Sarratt electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Hertfordshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Approach, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, WD3 5NA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD3 5QY, WD3 5PF, WD3 5LN, WD3 5NE, WD3 5LQ, WD3 5NF, WD3 5JZ, WD3 5LL, WD3 5LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WD3 5NA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 53.7% | 52.3% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 46.3% | 47.7% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.5% | 26.4% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59% | 50.3% | -8.7% | 44.2% | 6.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 10.8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 8.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 (90.4%) 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 | 57.8% | 56.2% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 7.8% |
| Good health | 33% | 34.2% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 8.5% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 WD3 5NA this area, 6.8% 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 58.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 6.8% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 4.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 12.2% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 13.9% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.8% | 58.1% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 24.3% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 2% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 95.1% | 90.7% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 83.9% 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 | 89.1% | 83.9% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 3.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.9% | 84.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 11.4% | 9.1% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 1.1% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 4.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Approach was 52.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.2% higher than the Chorleywood North & Sarratt average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Approach has the 21st highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Chorleywood North & Sarratt and the 136th highest crime rate of 276 local areas in Three Rivers .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beulah House Station Approach, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 1997-08-28 | £1,655,000 |
WD3 5NA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
WD3 5NA 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Self-Employed | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Other | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Russell School Brushwood Drive , Chorleywood WD3 5RR | 3out of 4 | 599 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorleywood Primary School Stag Lane , Chorleywood WD3 5HR | 4out of 4 | 1,047 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Chorleywood CofE School The Common , Rickmansworth Road WD3 5SG | 4out of 4 | 1,240 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnett Hills Junior Mixed and Infant School Berry Lane , WD3 4BT | 3out of 4 | 2,232 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chenies School Chenies , WD3 6ER | 3out of 4 | 2,526 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Clement Danes School Chenies Road , Chorleywood WD3 6EW | 4out of 4 | 1,125 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Reach Free School Long Lane , WD3 8AB | 3out of 4 | 2,875 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dr Challoner's High School Cokes Lane , Little Chalfont HP7 9QB | 4out of 4 | 4,074 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Saint Joan of Arc Catholic School High Street , WD3 1HG | 3out of 4 | 4,459 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rickmansworth School Scots Hill , WD3 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,987 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte House Preparatory School 88 The Drive , WD3 4DU | - not rated | 3,013 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Royal Masonic School for Girls Rickmansworth Park , Chorleywood Road WD3 4HF | - not rated | 3,564 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| York House School Sarratt Road , Croxley Green WD3 4LW | - not rated | 4,629 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stony Dean School Orchard End Avenue , Pineapple Road HP7 9JW | 4out of 4 | 5,435 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sathi Dine | 33 Lower Road, Chorleywood | 132 yd | |
| Crazy Goat | 14 Lower Road, Chorleywood | 150 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Units 1 And 2, Witton House | 157 yd | |
| Rootz | 10 Main Parade, Chorleywood | 291 yd | |
| The Little Chicken | 4 New Parade, Chorleywood | 296 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose & Crown | Rose And Crown Public House, Old Common Road | 187 yd | |
| The Black Horse | The Black Horse Public House, Dog Kennel Lane | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simmons | 7 Main Parade, Chorleywood | 291 yd | |
| Mezze Mangal | 6 New Parade, Chorleywood | 309 yd | |
| Golden House | 10 New Parade, Chorleywood | 309 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooperative Foodstore | 16 - 18 Lower Road, Chorleywood | 166 yd | |
| Nisa Chorleywood | 8 Main Parade, Chorleywood | 291 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chorleywood Golf Club CHORLEYWOOD GOLF CLUB CHORLEYWOOD GOLF CLUB COMMON ROAD | golf | 93 yd |
| The Russell School BRUSHWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 721 yd |
| Chorleywood Cricket Club RICKMANSWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,009 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.