Southerton Way is in Shenley, Radlett and in Hertsmere district. WD7 9LJ is located in the Shenley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertsmere. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southerton Way, Shenley, Radlett, WD7 9LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WD7 9LH, WD7 9HZ, WD7 9LB, WD7 9LD, WD7 9LF, WD7 9JG, WD7 9JH, WD7 9LG, WD7 9JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WD7 9LJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 49.7% | 52% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 9LJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.1% 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 | 20.9% | 26.6% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.3% | 59.1% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 14.9% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.7% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 10.1% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 (90.3%) 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 | 64.8% | 58.1% | -6.7% | 48.4% | 9.7% |
| Good health | 27% | 32.2% | 5.2% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 8.3% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.2% | 13.5% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 10.1% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 18.1% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 15.6% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.2% | 39.2% | 1.0% | 33.8% | 5.4% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 4.7% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 91.8% | 88% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 88.3% 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 | 90.1% | 88.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 4.6% | 4% | -0.6% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 88.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.3% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.5% | 0.7% | -8.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 76.7% | 16.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 2.6% | 13.5% | -10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.7% | 37.2% | -19.5% |
| Christian | 21.4% | 46.2% | -24.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 5.7% | 1.7% | 4.0% |
| Jewish | 47.2% | 0.5% | 46.7% |
| 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 Southerton Way was 26.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.3% lower than the Shenley average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Southerton Way has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Shenley and the 45th lowest crime rate of 315 local areas in Hertsmere .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Southerton Way, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £910,000 | 2023-07-26 | £927,899 |
| 5 Southerton Way, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2023-02-13 | £759,229 |
| 6 Southerton Way, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £970,000 | 2022-09-05 | £930,331 |
| 2 Southerton Way, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2022-07-26 | £835,941 |
| 5 Southerton Way, Radlett, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2019-01-22 | £718,471 |
WD7 9LJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 9LJ 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 student residents living in WD7 9LJ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Real estate activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenley Primary School London Road , Shenley WD7 9DX | 2out of 4 | 942 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clore Shalom School Hugo Gryn Way , WD7 9BL | 2out of 4 | 1,079 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newberries Primary School Newberries Avenue , WD7 7EL | 3out of 4 | 2,100 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Bernadette Catholic Primary School Walsingham Way , London Colney AL2 1NL | 3out of 4 | 3,019 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Community Primary School Aycliffe Road , WD6 4EP | 2out of 4 | 3,136 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hertswood Academy Cowley Hill , WD6 5LG | 1out of 4 | 3,911 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elstree Screen Arts Academy Studio Way , Elstree WD6 5NN | 2out of 4 | 4,719 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yavneh College Hillside Avenue , WD6 1HL | 4out of 4 | 5,239 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,497 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Lodge School Rectory Lane , Ridge Hill WD7 9BG | - not rated | 2,461 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Radlett Preparatory School Limited Kendal Hall , Watling Street WD7 7LY | - not rated | 3,371 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edge Grove School High Cross , Aldenham WD25 8NL | - not rated | 4,792 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aldenham Foundation Elstree , WD6 3AJ | - not rated | 4,847 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Litaliana | 142 London Road, Shenley | 438 yd | |
| Orchard Tea Rooms | Shenley Park, Radlett Lane | 685 yd | |
| Shenley Cricket Centre | Radlett Lane, Shenley | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Wok | 19 Andrew Close, Shenley | 222 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Porters Park Drive, Shenley | 284 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harris Lane CAGEPOND ROAD | grass pitches | 860 yd |
| Shenley Cricket Centre SHENLEY PARK SHENLEY PARK RADLETT LANE | grass pitches | 875 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 | 151.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 183.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 28 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.