Croft Meadow is in Chipperfield, Kings Langley and in Dacorum district. WD4 9EB is located in the Bovingdon, Flaunden and Chipperfield 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 Croft Meadow, Chipperfield, Kings Langley, WD4 9EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD4 9EF, WD4 9EA, WD4 9EE, WD4 9ED, WD4 9DY, WD4 9DX, WD4 9DZ, WD4 9PA, WD4 9JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WD4 9EB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 50.5% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49.5% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.6% | 30.8% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 46.8% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 4.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 11.2% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.2% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 49.8% | 53.1% | 3.3% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 29.5% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 14.3% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.8% | 14.4% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 10.4% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 20.4% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.6% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 18.4% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 27.6% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.5% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 95.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.5% | 95.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 95.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 3.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Croft Meadow was 37.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.9% lower than the Bovingdon, Flaunden and Chipperfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Croft Meadow has the 13th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Bovingdon, Flaunden and Chipperfield and the 146th lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Croft Meadow, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2021-10-18 | £623,629 |
| 16 Croft Meadow, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £211,000 | 2013-03-11 | £400,900 |
| 12 Croft Meadow, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2011-08-31 | £610,075 |
| 12 Croft Meadow, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2003-07-10 | £540,329 |
| 8 Croft Meadow, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 1997-07-30 | £631,593 |
WD4 9EB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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 9EB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| 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 | 4,946 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chipperfield The Common , Chipperfield WD4 9BS | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Langley Primary School Common Lane , WD4 8DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,786 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Waters Primary School High Ridge Close , Apsley HP3 0AU | 4out of 4 | 3,205 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sarratt Church of England Primary School The Green , Sarratt WD3 6AS | 3out of 4 | 3,393 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bovingdon Primary Academy Bovingdon Primary Academy,High Street , Bovingdon HP3 0HL | 4out of 4 | 3,393 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,284 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hemel Hempstead School Heath Lane , HP1 1TX | 3out of 4 | 4,833 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longdean School Rumballs Rd , HP3 8JB | 3out of 4 | 5,321 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roman Fields Academy 11 Box Lane , HP3 0DF | - not rated | 3,686 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbrook Hay London Road , Hemel Hempstead HP1 2RF | - not rated | 3,911 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbot's Hill School Bunkers Lane , HP3 8RP | - not rated | 4,306 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Breakspeare School Gallows Hill Lane , WD5 0BU | 4out of 4 | 5,277 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockers Park School Lockers Park Lane , HP1 1TL | - not rated | 5,378 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cake Shack | 1 Chapel Croft | 350 yd | |
| Osteria Bar And Restaurant | 1 The Street | 622 yd | |
| The Gardener’s Retreat Restaurant | Chipperfield Home And Garden Center, Tower Hill | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chipperfield Boot | The Chipperfield Boot, Tower Hill | 791 yd | |
| Chipperfield Clarendon Cricket Club | Cricket Club, The Common | 797 yd | |
| The Two Brewers | The Two Brewers Inn, The Common | 797 yd | |
| Blackwell's Chipperfield | Blackwells, 10 The Common | 797 yd | |
| The Windmill | The Windmill, The Common | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chipperfield Playing Fields THE BOOT THE BOOT TOWER HILL | grass pitches | 758 yd |
| Chipperfield Corinthians Fc CHIPPERFIELD FOOTBALL CLUB CHIPPERFIELD FOOTBALL CLUB QUEEN STREET | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| Chipperfield Clarendon Cricket Club CRICKET CLUB CRICKET CLUB THE COMMON | grass pitches | 897 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 | 30.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 62.35 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 62.35 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.48 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.