Hazelwood Lane is in Abbots Langley and in Three Rivers district. WD5 0HE is located in the Gade Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Watford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hazelwood Lane, Abbots Langley, WD5 0HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD5 0JH, WD5 0HF, WD5 0HQ, WD5 0HG, WD5 0JE, WD5 0JD, WD4 8PH, WD5 0JB, WD5 0HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WD5 0HE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 51% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.4% | 49% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 36.8% | 39.8% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.9% | 40.9% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 12% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 3.5% | -5.6% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 (85.3%) 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 | 51.7% | 51% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 34.3% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 10% | -2.7% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.5% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.2% | 14.6% | -15.6% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 12.3% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 19.6% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 3.1% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 17.3% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 33.1% | 18.2% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 3.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| White | 90.4% | 78% | -12.4% | 81.4% | -3.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 83.6% 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 | 92.3% | 83.6% | -8.7% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 6.4% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 4.7% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 83.9% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13.5% | 13.5% | 9.8% | 3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0.3% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| Ireland | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.9% | 6.5% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hazelwood Lane was 44.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.1% lower than the Abbots Langley & Bedmond average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hazelwood Lane has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 60 local areas in Abbots Langley & Bedmond and the 119th lowest crime rate of 276 local areas in Three Rivers .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112 Hazelwood Lane, Abbots Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £492,500 | 2019-11-29 | £570,613 |
| 122 Hazelwood Lane, Abbots Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £372,500 | 2016-03-22 | £450,852 |
| 122 Hazelwood Lane, Abbots Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2007-03-12 | £481,213 |
| 116 Hazelwood Lane, Abbots Langley, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2005-04-15 | £426,745 |
| 112 Hazelwood Lane, Abbots Langley, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2002-02-15 | £510,304 |
WD5 0HE 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 | 113 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood Nursery School Briar Road , WD25 0DX | 4out of 4 | 2,749 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School Broomfield Rise , WD5 0HW | 3out of 4 | 355 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanners Wood Junior Mixed and Infant School Hazelwood Lane , WD5 0LG | 3out of 4 | 706 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Church of England Primary School, Langleybury Langleybury Lane , Hunton Bridge WD4 8RJ | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbots Langley School Parsonage Close , WD5 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,782 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leavesden JMI School High Road , Leavesden WD25 7QZ | 3out of 4 | 2,024 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Future Academies Watford Horseshoe Lane , Garston WD25 7HW | 2out of 4 | 3,021 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Langley School Love Lane , WD4 9HN | 3out of 4 | 3,087 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parmiter's School High Elms Lane , Garston WD25 0UU | 4out of 4 | 3,262 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Michael's Catholic High School High Elms Lane , Garston WD25 0SS | 4out of 4 | 3,486 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Watford UTC 18 Colonial Way , WD24 4PT | 3out of 4 | 4,972 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Herts College Watford Campus , Hempstead Road WD17 3EZ | - not rated | 5,023 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakspeare School Gallows Hill Lane , WD5 0BU | 4out of 4 | 829 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Elms Manor School High Elms Lane , WD25 0JX | - not rated | 2,931 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanborough Secondary School Stanborough Park , WD25 9JT | - not rated | 3,117 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Garston Manor School Horseshoe Lane , Garston WD25 7HR | 3out of 4 | 3,163 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanborough Primary School Appletree Walk , WD25 0DQ | - not rated | 3,216 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sunny Side Brunch | 20 School Mead, Abbots Langley | 371 yd | |
| Shaahi Nan Kebab | 19 School Mead, Abbots Langley | 378 yd | |
| Kim Barnes | Evergreen Football Club, South Way | 557 yd | |
| Armark Ltd @ Warner Bros. Studios | Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, Warner Drive | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unicorn Public House | The Unicorn Public House, 38 Gallows Hill | 372 yd | |
| Abbots Langley Cricket Club | Manor House Recreation Ground, Gallows Hill Lane | 672 yd | |
| Manor House Sports & Social Centre | Manor House Sports And Social Club, Gallows Hill Lane | 672 yd | |
| The Kings Head & Coach House | The Kings Head, Bridge Road | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lighthouse | 18 School Mead, Abbots Langley | 378 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 21 School Mead, Abbots Langley | 450 yd | |
| Hunton Spice | 5 Old Mill Road, Hunton Bridge | 674 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tannerswood School HAZELWOOD LANE | grass pitches | 596 yd |
| Southway Playing Fields (Evergreen Fc) SOUTH WAY PLAYING FIELDS SOUTH WAY PLAYING FIELDS SOUTH WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 625 yd |
| Breakspeare School GALLOWS HILL LANE | 763 yd | |
| Langleybury Playing Fields LANGLEYBURY PLAYING FIELDS LANGLEYBURY PLAYING FIELDS LANGLEYBURY LANE | grass pitches | 875 yd |
| Manor House Grounds | grass pitches, tennis courts | 916 yd |
| St Pauls C Of E Primary School LANGLEYBURY | grass pitches | 1,009 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 251.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.