Gade Valley Close is in Kings Langley and in Dacorum district. WD4 8HG 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 Gade Valley Close, Kings Langley, WD4 8HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD4 8TP, WD4 8EY, WD4 8HA, WD4 8RT, WD4 8EX, WD4 8AG, WD4 8AD, WD4 8BR, WD4 8ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WD4 8HG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 52.3% | 53.6% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 47.7% | 46.4% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 WD4 8HG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.5% 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 | 18.6% | 22.2% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66% | 62.5% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 18.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 6% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 6.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 (87.2%) 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 | 51.1% | 56% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 7.6% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 31.2% | -7.4% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 9.8% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
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 WD4 8HG this area, 9.1% 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 47.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.6% | 9.1% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 7.7% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.5% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 3.6% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 16.4% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.1% | 47.3% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 13.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.7% | 95.1% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 89.9% 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 | 94.7% | 89.9% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 3% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 90.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 7.9% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 76.7% | 14.7% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.1% | 13.5% | -9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gade Valley Close was 32.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.3% lower than the Kings Langley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Gade Valley Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Kings Langley and the 121st lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Gade Valley Close, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £585,000 | 2022-06-24 | £634,813 |
| 9 Gade Valley Close, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £595,000 | 2022-06-24 | £645,665 |
| 18 Gade Valley Close, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2022-01-31 | £670,021 |
| 7 Gade Valley Close, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2021-11-01 | £848,504 |
| 9 Gade Valley Close, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Other, an established residential building | £9,142,000 | 2020-11-02 | £10,134,388 |
WD4 8HG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 8HG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 WD4 8HG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Lane Nursery School Heath Lane , HP1 1TT | 3out of 4 | 4,604 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood Nursery School Briar Road , WD25 0DX | 4out of 4 | 5,077 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 | 522 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nash Mills Church of England Primary School Belswains Lane , Nash Mills HP3 9XB | 3out of 4 | 1,914 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Divine Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School Broomfield Rise , WD5 0HW | 3out of 4 | 2,540 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbots Langley School Parsonage Close , WD5 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,615 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Waters Primary School High Ridge Close , Apsley HP3 0AU | 4out of 4 | 2,622 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 990 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longdean School Rumballs Rd , HP3 8JB | 3out of 4 | 3,116 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Adeyfield Academy Longlands , HP2 4DE | 1out of 4 | 4,454 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hemel Hempstead School Heath Lane , HP1 1TX | 3out of 4 | 4,524 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parmiter's School High Elms Lane , Garston WD25 0UU | 4out of 4 | 4,817 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbot's Hill School Bunkers Lane , HP3 8RP | - not rated | 1,594 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Breakspeare School Gallows Hill Lane , WD5 0BU | 4out of 4 | 2,665 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield School Malmes Croft , Leverstock Green HP3 8RL | 4out of 4 | 3,632 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Elms Manor School High Elms Lane , WD25 0JX | - not rated | 4,582 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dacorum Education Support Centre 30 Tenzing Road , HP2 4HS | 4out of 4 | 4,609 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miller & Carter Steakhouse | The Young Pretender, 37 Hempstead Road | 216 yd | |
| Premier Inn Kings Langley | Premier Inn, Hempstead Road | 216 yd | |
| Oscars Pizza | 21 High Street | 372 yd | |
| Kings Langley Tandoori | 43 High Street | 372 yd | |
| Cinnamon Lounge | 18 High Street | 372 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Langley Community Centre | Community Centre, The Nap | 235 yd | |
| Kings Langley Services Club | Kings Langley Services Club, 5 Hempstead Road | 290 yd | |
| The Bell | The Bell Public House, 117 Primrose Hill | 481 yd | |
| Kings Langley Cricket Club | Kings Langley Cricket Club, Vicarage Lane | 512 yd | |
| The Saracens Head | Saracens Head, 47 High Street | 513 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Langley Fish Bar | Langley Fish Bar, 11c Hempstead Road | 290 yd | |
| The Lunch Box | 2 High Street | 372 yd | |
| Sweet as a Button | 36 High Street | 529 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Primrose Hill PRIMROSE HILL | grass pitches | 303 yd |
| The Common VICARAGE LANE | grass pitches | 711 yd |
| Gaywood Park HEMPSTEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Rudolf Steiner School Kings Langley LANGLEY HILL | grass pitches | 989 yd |
| Kings Langley Secondary School LOVE LANE | grass pitches | 1,061 yd |
| Kings Langley School (Closed) Love Lane | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,062 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 | 201.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.