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Craigmount is in Radlett and in Hertsmere district. WD7 7LW is located in the Aldenham East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertsmere. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Craigmount, Radlett, WD7 7LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WD7 7LF, WD7 7EJ, WD7 7EU, WD7 7LB, WD7 7LD, WD7 7EX, WD7 7EW, WD7 7FA, WD7 7NA.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WD7 7LW has a slightly higher male population, with 53% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female50%47%-3.0% 51.0% -4.0%
Male50%53%3.0% 49.0% 4.0%

Partnership Status

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 WD7 7LW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single30.2%27.2%-3.0% 37.9% -10.7%
Married: Opposite sex50.3%59%8.7% 44.2% 14.8%
Separated4.2%2.1%-2.1% 2.2% -0.1%
Divorced7.9%8.2%0.3% 9.1% -0.9%
Widowed7.4%3.6%-3.8% 6.1% -2.5%

Health

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 (93.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health63.6%62.7%-0.9% 48.4% 14.3%
Good health25.5%30.5%5.0% 33.6% -3.1%
Fair health7.7%4.4%-3.3% 12.7% -8.3%
Bad health3.2%1.6%-1.6% 4.0% -2.4%
Very bad health0%0.8%0.8% 1.2% -0.4%

Education and Qualifications

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 WD7 7LW this area, 5.7% 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 56%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications10.1%5.7%-4.4% 18.2% -12.5%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 7.9%5.7%-2.2% 9.6% -3.9%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels14.3%11.9%-2.4% 13.4% -1.5%
Apprenticeship2.6%4.1%1.5% 5.3% -1.2%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels11.6%14%2.4% 16.9% -2.9%
Degree or Similar46.6%56%9.4% 33.8% 22.2%
Other6.9%2.6%-4.3% 2.8% -0.2%

Culture

Ethnic Group

This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese1.4%1.6%0.2% 0.7% 0.9%
Indian7.3%8.4%1.1% 3.1% 5.3%
Pakistani0%3.2%3.2% 2.7% 0.5%
Other Asian1.4%2.4%1.0% 1.6% 0.8%
Black African0.5%2.4%1.9% 2.5% -0.1%
Black Caribbean0.5%0%-0.5% 1.0% -1.0%
Mixed White and Asian0.5%2.4%1.9% 0.8% 1.6%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.9%0%-0.9% 0.9% -0.9%
White87.3%76%-11.3% 81.4% -5.4%
Arab0.5%0%-0.5% 0.6% -0.6%
Other0%3.6%3.6% 1.6% 2.0%

Country of Birth

In this area, 77.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom81.4%77.3%-4.1% 83.2% -5.9%
European Union7.3%10.5%3.2% 6.1% 4.4%
Rest of Europe0%1.6%1.6% 0.8% 0.8%
Africa5.5%3.6%-1.9% 2.7% 0.9%
Middle East and Asia4.5%5.3%0.8% 5.6% -0.3%
Oceania1.4%1.6%0.2% 0.3% 1.3%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK78.6%77%-1.6% 83.2% -6.2%
10+ Years0.5%15.7%15.2% 9.8% 5.9%
5-10 Years4.1%3.2%-0.9% 2.9% 0.3%
2-5 Years4.1%3.2%-0.9% 2.2% 1.0%
Less than 2 years12.7%0.8%-11.9% 1.9% -1.1%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom83.1% 76.7% 6.4%
Ireland2% 0.6% 1.4%
Germany0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Lithuania0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Romania3.6% 0.9% 2.7%
Other EU countries4% 1.5% 2.5%
Turkey0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
Other Europe0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Eastern Asia2% 0.3% 1.7%
Southern Asia0.4% 1.2% -0.8%
Oceania0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
No passport held2.8% 13.5% -10.7%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion25.1% 37.2% -12.1%
Christian32.9% 46.2% -13.3%
Buddhist0.8% 0.5% 0.3%
Hindu7.8% 1.7% 6.1%
Jewish22.6% 0.5% 22.1%
Muslim4.9% 6.5% -1.6%
Sikh1.2% 0.9% 0.3%
Other religion0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Not answered4.1% 6.0% -1.9%

Safety

Is Craigmount Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Craigmount was 12.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.4% lower than the Aldenham East average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.

Craigmount has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Aldenham East and the 10th lowest crime rate of 315 local areas in Hertsmere .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.8%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£63,800
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in WD7 7LW, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Craigmount are based on 121 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Hertsmere.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Craigmount, Radlett, WD7 7LW

Estimated Average Property Prices for WD7 7LW

Average Price
£399,703
Semi-Detached
£388,495
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£1,088,051
Flats/Maisonettes
£366,399
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Craigmount

Average Price
£407,156
Semi-Detached
£477,022
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£1,129,325
Flats/Maisonettes
£392,166
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on CraigmountStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
5 Craigmount, Radlett, Hertfordshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£395,0002024-10-28 £408,794
15 Craigmount, Radlett, Hertfordshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£173,7152024-07-31 £184,466
40 Craigmount, Radlett, Hertfordshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£320,0002024-06-14 £329,085
32 Craigmount, Radlett, Hertfordshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£334,9502024-05-10 £343,017
6 Craigmount, Radlett, Hertfordshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£365,0002024-03-26 £378,146
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WD7 7LW

Employment

WD7 7LW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.

WD7 7LW 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee76
Retired33
Self-Employed28
Part-Time Employee23
Student (economically inactive)9
Other7
Looking after home or family7
Unemployed5
Full-Time Student (with or without job)4
Long-Term Sick or disabled3

Employment Industry

Professional, scientific and technical activities20
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles17
Financial and insurance activities13
Human health and social work activities10
Education9
Administrative and support service activities9
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security8
Accommodation and food service activities7
Information and communication7
Construction6
Other5
Manufacturing4
Real estate activities4
Transport and storage3

Schools

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Newberries Primary School
Newberries Avenue , WD7 7EL
3out of 4 650 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
St John's Church of England Infant and Nursery School
Gills Hill Lane , WD7 8DD
- not rated 836 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Fair Field Junior School
Watford Road , WD7 8LU
3out of 4 1,406 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Hertsmere Jewish Primary School
Watling Street , WD7 7LQ
- not rated 1,830 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Shenley Primary School
London Road , Shenley WD7 9DX
2out of 4 2,834 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Hertswood Academy
Cowley Hill , WD6 5LG
1out of 4 4,282 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Bushey Meads School
Coldharbour Lane , WD23 4PA
3out of 4 4,916 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Elstree Screen Arts Academy
Studio Way , Elstree WD6 5NN
2out of 4 4,973 yd University technical college No Mixed More About School
Queens' School
Aldenham Road , WD23 2TY
3out of 4 5,028 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Yavneh College
Hillside Avenue , WD6 1HL
4out of 4 5,068 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Radlett Preparatory School Limited
Kendal Hall , Watling Street WD7 7LY
- not rated 1,841 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
Radlett Lodge School
Harper Lane , WD7 9HW
- not rated 2,126 yd Other independent special school No Mixed More About School
Edge Grove School
High Cross , Aldenham WD25 8NL
- not rated 2,399 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
The Aldenham Foundation
Elstree , WD6 3AJ
- not rated 2,634 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
The Haberdashers' Aske Boys School
Butterfly Lane , Elstree WD6 3AF
- not rated 3,254 yd Other independent school No Boys More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Noshers351 Watling Street, Radlett156 yd
Tims Table335 Watling Street, Radlett165 yd
Vimi's283 Watling Street, Radlett209 yd
Isot Restaurant281 Watling Street, Radlett212 yd
Radlett United Synagogue22 Watling Street, Radlett215 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
No 5858 Watling Street, Radlett455 yd
Tabard Rugby Football ClubCobden Hill, Radlett852 yd
Radlett Cricket ClubCobden Field, Cobden Hill852 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Parrots357 Watling Street, Radlett156 yd
Fress Bagelry & Delicatessen343 Watling Street, Radlett159 yd
PayaE&S Oriental Fast Food, 239 Watling Street341 yd
Dua Tandoori28 Aldenham Road, Radlett461 yd
Shaketastic Ltd112 Watling Street, Radlett887 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Budgens361 Watling Street, Radlett160 yd
Tesco Express297 Watling Street, Radlett211 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Radlett & Bushey Reform Synagogue
WATLING STREET
232 yd
Radlett Lawn Tennis And Squash Club
WATLING STREET
squash courts, tennis courts275 yd
Athletic Squared (Closed)
203 - 205 203 - 205 Watling Street
health and fitness suite516 yd
Porters Park Golf Club
SHENLEY HILL
golf701 yd
Tabard Rfc
COBDEN HILL
grass pitches861 yd
Phillimore Recreation Ground
Gills Hill Lane
grass pitches880 yd
Radlett Cricket Club
COBDEN HILL
grass pitches, health and fitness suite885 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed78.5 Mbit/s
Average download speed121.8 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed1000 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed1000 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed20 Mbit/s
Average upload speed17.2 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed50 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.