Roundwood is in Kings Langley and in Dacorum district. WD4 8BE is located in the Kings Langley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hemel Hempstead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roundwood, Kings Langley, WD4 8BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD4 8BD, WD4 9NQ, WD4 8BB, WD4 9NF, WD4 8AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WD4 8BE 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 | 51.6% | 51.3% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.7% | 0.3% | 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 WD4 8BE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% 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 | 22.6% | 24.6% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 62.3% | 3.9% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 5.2% | -4.8% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 6.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 46.9% | 54.9% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 34% | 28.7% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 11.1% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 13.8% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 10.4% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 11.8% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 18% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 38.8% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.4% | 92.5% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 94.7% | 89.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 5% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 89.6% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.6% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.3% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roundwood was 8.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.7% lower than the Kings Langley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Roundwood has the lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Kings Langley and the 18th lowest crime rate of 471 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Croft Roundwood, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,055,000 | 2021-04-08 | £1,206,401 |
| Pipers Bench Roundwood, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,085,000 | 2020-06-18 | £1,275,574 |
| Roundwood Cottage Roundwood, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £877,000 | 2019-09-06 | £1,037,112 |
| Trefley Roundwood, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2018-01-02 | £1,071,886 |
| Pipers Bench Roundwood, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2015-12-14 | £1,405,089 |
WD4 8BE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% 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.
WD4 8BE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 18 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Lane Nursery School Heath Lane , HP1 1TT | 3out of 4 | 3,315 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Langley Primary School Common Lane , WD4 8DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nash Mills Church of England Primary School Belswains Lane , Nash Mills HP3 9XB | 3out of 4 | 1,221 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Waters Primary School High Ridge Close , Apsley HP3 0AU | - not rated | 1,245 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belswains Infants' School Oliver Road , Belswains Junior School HP3 9PZ | - not rated | 1,779 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belswains Junior School Barnfield , HP3 9QJ | - not rated | 1,845 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Langley School Love Lane , WD4 9HN | 3out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Langley School Love Lane , WD4 9HN | - not rated | 1,020 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longdean School Rumballs Rd , HP3 8JB | 3out of 4 | 2,678 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longdean School Rumballs Road , Bennetts End HP3 8JB | - not rated | 2,678 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mountbatten School St Albans Road , HP2 4JR | - not rated | 2,890 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rudolf Steiner School Langley Hill , WD4 9HG | - not rated | 1,566 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbot's Hill School Bunkers Lane , HP3 8RP | - not rated | 1,679 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Fields Academy 11 Box Lane , HP3 0DF | 4out of 4 | 3,226 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Fields 11 Box Lane , HP3 0DF | - not rated | 3,226 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxmoor House School Box Lane , HP3 0DF | - not rated | 3,226 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shendish Manor Hotel | Shendish Manor | 750 yd | |
| The Kitchen at Inspired | The Eagle, 127 Hempstead Road | 838 yd | |
| Caffe Kix | Caffe Kix, Westside, London Road | 891 yd | |
| Talkington Bates (Epson UK Ltd) | Cafe, Westside, London Road | 893 yd | |
| Barista's | Apsley Railway Station, London Road | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Langley AFC | A F C Kings Langley, Orbital Fasteners Stadium, Hempstead Road | 864 yd | |
| Ye Olde Red Lion | Red Lion, London Road | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JJK Fuel | Unit 3, 28 Rucklers Lane | 692 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shendish Manor | golf | 578 yd |
| Kings Langley School (Closed) Love Lane | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,016 yd |
| Kings Langley Secondary School LOVE LANE | grass pitches | 1,016 yd |
| Gaywood Park HEMPSTEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,022 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 | 330 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 444.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 57.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.