Ribston Close is in Shenley, Radlett and in Hertsmere district. WD7 9JW is located in the Shenley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertsmere. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ribston Close, Shenley, Radlett, WD7 9JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD7 9JR, WD7 9JN, WD7 9DN, WD7 9DR, WD7 9RH, WD7 9JJ, WD7 9JU, WD7 9JS, WD7 9DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WD7 9JW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.9% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.1% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 9JW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.5% 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 | 17.9% | 23.5% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.1% | 64.5% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 20.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 7.8% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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 | 57.7% | 60.8% | 3.1% | 48.4% | 12.4% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 23.5% | -8.1% | 33.6% | -10.1% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 11.7% | 3.3% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 47.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.5% | 11.7% | 2.2% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 8.4% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 16.2% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 12.3% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.6% | 47.1% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 13.3% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 94.1% | 89.3% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 7.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 84.2% 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% | 84.2% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 6.2% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 5.1% | 4.2% | -0.9% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.5% | 84.6% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 11% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 1.3% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 76.7% | 14.7% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 1.8% | 13.5% | -11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.1% | 37.2% | -20.1% |
| Christian | 28.8% | 46.2% | -17.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Jewish | 40.8% | 0.5% | 40.3% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ribston Close was 93.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.7% lower than the Shenley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ribston Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Shenley and the 98th highest crime rate of 317 local areas in Hertsmere .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Ribston Close, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £972,500 | 2025-07-23 | £1,015,768 |
| 23 Ribston Close, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2025-05-23 | £1,129,792 |
| 14 Ribston Close, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2025-03-31 | £880,357 |
| 1 Ribston Close, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,262,500 | 2022-09-09 | £1,212,098 |
| 23 Ribston Close, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2021-02-12 | £1,111,612 |
WD7 9JW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% 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 9JW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 31 |
| Education | 26 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Real estate activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Colney Nursery School Alexander Road , London Colney AL2 1JG | - not rated | 3,873 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wall Hall Nursery School University of Hertfordshire , Watford Campus WD25 8AT | - not rated | 4,873 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clore Shalom School Hugo Gryn Way , WD7 9BL | 3out of 4 | 1,221 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenley Primary School London Road , Shenley WD7 9DX | 3out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newberries Primary School Newberries Avenue , WD7 7EL | 3out of 4 | 1,796 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Infant and Nursery School Gills Hill Lane , WD7 8DD | 3out of 4 | 2,792 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Infant and Nursery School Gills Hill Lane , WD7 8DD | - not rated | 2,792 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hertswood Academy Cowley Hill , WD6 5LG | - not rated | 4,048 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawksmoor School Cowley Hill , WD6 5LG | - not rated | 4,048 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hertswood School Cowley Hill , WD6 5LG | - not rated | 4,048 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elstree Screen Arts Academy Studio Way , Elstree WD6 5NN | - not rated | 4,853 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yavneh College Hillside Avenue , WD6 1HL | - not rated | 5,310 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyndhurst Middle School Gateshead Road , WD6 4NJ | - not rated | 3,671 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmshill School Thrift Farm Lane , Shenley Road WD6 1TS | - not rated | 4,538 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Furzehill Middle School Furzehill Road , WD6 2EF | - not rated | 5,316 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radlett Lodge School Harper Lane , WD7 9HW | - not rated | 1,178 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Edward Jenner Hospital School Forest House, Harperbury Hospital , Harper Lane WD7 9HQ | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harperbury Hospital School Harper Lane , WD7 9HQ | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Radlett Nursery and Infant School Cobden Hill , WD7 7JL | - not rated | 2,451 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Lodge School Rectory Lane , Ridge Hill WD7 9BG | - not rated | 2,851 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Tea Rooms | Shenley Park, Radlett Lane | 484 yd | |
| Shenley Cricket Centre | Radlett Lane, Shenley | 484 yd | |
| Litaliana | 142 London Road, Shenley | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Wok | 19 Andrew Close, Shenley | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Porters Park Drive, Shenley | 259 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shenley Cricket Centre SHENLEY PARK SHENLEY PARK RADLETT LANE | grass pitches | 612 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 196.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 31.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.