Gills Hill Lane is in Radlett and in Hertsmere district. WD7 8DB is located in the Aldenham West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertsmere. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gills Hill Lane, Radlett, WD7 8DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD7 8DH, WD7 8DD, WD7 8LJ, WD7 8BT, WD7 8LF, WD7 8DJ, WD7 8LH, WD7 8DA, WD7 8LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WD7 8DB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 51.9% | 53.3% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 48.1% | 46.7% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 8DB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.7% 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 | 18.2% | 26.9% | 8.7% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.8% | 58.7% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 14.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -6.1% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 11.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 53.5% | 61.8% | 8.3% | 48.4% | 13.4% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 26.7% | -7.1% | 33.6% | -6.9% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 11.2% | 2.3% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -3.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around WD7 8DB this area, 8% 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 50.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.8% | 8% | -9.8% | 18.2% | -10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 9.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 16.3% | 4.4% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 9.1% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -7.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.7% | 50.6% | 5.9% | 33.8% | 16.8% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 7.3% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 4.2% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 92.4% | 84.9% | -7.5% | 81.4% | 3.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 84.6% 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 | 86% | 84.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| European Union | 5.1% | 6.9% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.7% | 84.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 11.7% | 11.4% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.8% | 1.8% | -10.0% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 1.2% | 13.5% | -12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 15.6% | 37.2% | -21.6% |
| Christian | 31.1% | 46.2% | -15.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 4.8% | 1.7% | 3.1% |
| Jewish | 37.4% | 0.5% | 36.9% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gills Hill Lane was 87.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.6% higher than the Aldenham East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Gills Hill Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Aldenham East and the 117th highest crime rate of 315 local areas in Hertsmere .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 46.7%.

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Gills Hill Lane, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,540,000 | 2024-06-28 | £1,610,297 |
| Carradene Gills Hill Lane, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,565,000 | 2017-06-23 | £1,830,790 |
| 7 Gills Hill Lane, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,710,000 | 2017-02-15 | £2,051,583 |
| 5 Gills Hill Lane, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,691,000 | 2016-05-26 | £2,053,804 |
| Chase Lodge Gills Hill Lane, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2004-12-23 | £1,866,553 |
WD7 8DB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 8DB 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 WD7 8DB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood Nursery School Briar Road , WD25 0DX | 4out of 4 | 5,436 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church of England Infant and Nursery School Gills Hill Lane , WD7 8DD | - not rated | 133 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fair Field Junior School Watford Road , WD7 8LU | 3out of 4 | 620 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newberries Primary School Newberries Avenue , WD7 7EL | 3out of 4 | 1,548 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hertsmere Jewish Primary School Watling Street , WD7 7LQ | - not rated | 2,385 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Primary School London Road , Shenley WD7 9DX | 2out of 4 | 3,701 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queens' School Aldenham Road , WD23 2TY | 3out of 4 | 4,378 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushey Meads School Coldharbour Lane , WD23 4PA | 3out of 4 | 4,572 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Michael's Catholic High School High Elms Lane , Garston WD25 0SS | 4out of 4 | 4,749 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Academies Watford Horseshoe Lane , Garston WD25 7HW | 2out of 4 | 5,111 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hertswood Academy Cowley Hill , WD6 5LG | 1out of 4 | 5,114 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edge Grove School High Cross , Aldenham WD25 8NL | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Radlett Preparatory School Limited Kendal Hall , Watling Street WD7 7LY | - not rated | 2,379 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Radlett Lodge School Harper Lane , WD7 9HW | - not rated | 2,505 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aldenham Foundation Elstree , WD6 3AJ | - not rated | 2,526 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gurukula - The Hare Krishna Primary School Hartspring Cottage , Elton Way WD25 8HB | - not rated | 3,313 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radlett Cafe | 70F Watling Street, Radlett | 643 yd | |
| Aamcha Eastern Kitchen | 70E Watling Street, Radlett | 643 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 74 - 76 Watling Street, Radlett | 645 yd | |
| Storia | 82 Watling Street, Radlett | 657 yd | |
| Brass Monkey | 92 Watling Street, Radlett | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| No 58 | 58 Watling Street, Radlett | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dua Tandoori | 28 Aldenham Road, Radlett | 524 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Battlers Green Drive, Radlett | 558 yd | |
| Aroma | 6 Battlers Green Drive, Radlett | 569 yd | |
| Paya | E&S Oriental Fast Food, 239 Watling Street | 669 yd | |
| Fress Bagelry & Delicatessen | 343 Watling Street, Radlett | 752 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 297 Watling Street, Radlett | 710 yd | |
| Budgens | 361 Watling Street, Radlett | 779 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Phillimore Recreation Ground Gills Hill Lane | grass pitches | 304 yd |
| Radlett & Bushey Reform Synagogue WATLING STREET | 675 yd | |
| Athletic Squared (Closed) 203 - 205 203 - 205 Watling Street | health and fitness suite | 709 yd |
| Fair Field Junior School WATFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Radlett Lawn Tennis And Squash Club WATLING STREET | squash courts, tennis courts | 989 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.