Love Lane is in Kings Langley and in Dacorum district. WD4 9HW 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 Love Lane, Kings Langley, WD4 9HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD4 9QA, WD4 9HN, WD4 9PW, WD4 9JT, WD4 9LA, WD4 9LZ, WD4 9HP, WD4 9HL, WD4 8DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WD4 9HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.7% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.3% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 9HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.8% 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 | 20.6% | 18.8% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -19.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.6% | 67.8% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 23.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 0.7% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 7.6% | 3.4% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 (87.6%) 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 | 59.5% | 59.9% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 11.5% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 27.7% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 10.8% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
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.
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 | 9.8% | 11.7% | 1.9% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 4.7% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 12.8% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 15% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.8% | 50% | 0.2% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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 | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.3% | 93% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 86.2% 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 | 89.7% | 86.2% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88% | 86.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12.3% | 12.3% | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 0.3% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.3% | 0% | -7.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Love Lane was 50.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.0% lower than the Kings Langley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Love Lane has the 8th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Kings Langley and the 202nd lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Dacorum .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Openfields Love Lane, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,260,000 | 2021-06-29 | £1,469,531 |
| Mount Royal Love Lane, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,600,000 | 2021-03-12 | £1,844,621 |
| 1 Love Lane, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,072,500 | 2021-01-21 | £1,206,414 |
| 9 Love Lane, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2019-03-22 | £968,074 |
| Openfields Love Lane, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2014-02-07 | £1,332,550 |
WD4 9HW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 9HW 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 9HW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 4,239 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 | 389 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nash Mills Church of England Primary School Belswains Lane , Nash Mills HP3 9XB | 3out of 4 | 1,949 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Waters Primary School High Ridge Close , Apsley HP3 0AU | 4out of 4 | 2,158 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belswains Primary School Barnfield , HP3 9QJ | 3out of 4 | 2,653 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chipperfield The Common , Chipperfield WD4 9BS | 3out of 4 | 2,812 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 138 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longdean School Rumballs Rd , HP3 8JB | 3out of 4 | 3,363 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hemel Hempstead School Heath Lane , HP1 1TX | 3out of 4 | 4,146 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Adeyfield Academy Longlands , HP2 4DE | 1out of 4 | 4,536 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laureate Academy Warners End Road , HP1 3DW | 1out of 4 | 5,211 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 2,037 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Breakspeare School Gallows Hill Lane , WD5 0BU | 4out of 4 | 3,408 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Fields Academy 11 Box Lane , HP3 0DF | - not rated | 3,976 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield School Malmes Croft , Leverstock Green HP3 8RL | 4out of 4 | 3,978 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dacorum Education Support Centre 30 Tenzing Road , HP2 4HS | 4out of 4 | 4,736 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Inn Kings Langley | Premier Inn, Hempstead Road | 683 yd | |
| Miller & Carter Steakhouse | The Young Pretender, 37 Hempstead Road | 683 yd | |
| Cinnamon Lounge | 18 High Street | 800 yd | |
| Dalling & Co | 20 High Street | 800 yd | |
| Oscars Pizza | 21 High Street | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Langley Cricket Club | Kings Langley Cricket Club, Vicarage Lane | 547 yd | |
| The Old Palace | The Old Palace, 83 Langley Hill | 560 yd | |
| Kings Langley Services Club | Kings Langley Services Club, 5 Hempstead Road | 714 yd | |
| Kings Langley Community Centre | Community Centre, The Nap | 910 yd | |
| Rose & Crown | The Rose And Crown, 60 High Street | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Langley Fish Bar | Langley Fish Bar, 11c Hempstead Road | 714 yd | |
| The Lunch Box | 2 High Street | 800 yd | |
| Sweet as a Button | 36 High Street | 936 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kings Langley Secondary School LOVE LANE | grass pitches | 168 yd |
| Kings Langley School (Closed) Love Lane | grass pitches, swimming pool | 169 yd |
| The Common VICARAGE LANE | grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Rudolf Steiner School Kings Langley LANGLEY HILL | grass pitches | 515 yd |
| Gaywood Park HEMPSTEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 950 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 | 52.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.