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Central Watford

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About

Central Watford is the main commercial and retail hub of the town, located in Hertfordshire. The area is home to the intu Watford shopping centre, which features a mix of high-street brands, restaurants, and a cinema. The High Street and nearby streets offer a range of shops, cafes, and services, catering to daily needs. Watford Junction station provides rail links to London and other parts of the UK, making it a transport focal point.

The area includes landmarks like Watford Town Hall and Watford Museum, reflecting its local history. Cassiobury Park, one of the largest green spaces in Watford, is nearby, offering walking trails and recreational facilities. Central Watford has a mix of residential and commercial properties, with a busy atmosphere during peak hours. The area serves as a key destination for shopping, leisure, and commuting in the town.

Area overview

On average Central Watford has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 288 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central Watford is £50,200 per year. There are 6 schools in Central Watford: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

288

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

16.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Central Watford Population

11,413

Population density

5,938.4 per km²

Demographics

British

4,033

35.35%

Other White

2,514

22.04%

Indian

1,007

8.83%

Pakistani

826

7.24%

Other Asian

646

5.66%

Total population: 11,408

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,558

49.68%

Owns with a mortgage

920

17.87%

Owns outright

707

13.73%

Other social rented

647

12.57%

Social rents from council

114

2.21%

Total households: 5,149

Property prices in Central Watford

Based on 107 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Central Watford area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £775,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	68	£251,000	£95,350	£178,750	£306,625	£378,000
Semi-Detached	6	£412,000	£331,750	£354,750	£449,000	£557,500
Terraced	33	£405,000	£360,800	£385,000	£442,000	£520,000

10 years price trend in Central Watford

All postcodes in Central Watford

WD172BU

High Street

WD172EP

High Street

WD172HX

Frogmore Avenue

WD172QF

Sutton Road

WD180BG

St. Marys View

WD180GA

Central Watford

WD180QE

Francis Road

WD171AY

Bentine Lane

WD171BJ

Beechen Grove

WD171DY

Clarendon Road

WD171PU

Estcourt Road

WD172AE

Market Street

WD172EH

High Street

WD172NY

Prince Street

WD172QU

Stanley Road

WD172SD

Dalton Way

WD180BH

Farthing Close

WD180PT

Market Street

WD244GS

Brocklesbury Close

WD244GT

Raphael Drive

WD171EE

Central Watford

WD172EJ

Central Watford

WD171QL

Leavesden Road

WD171TB

Beechen Grove

WD172AX

Wellstones

WD172FG

Lower High Street

WD172JE

Bridge Place

WD180JL

Upton Road

WD180JP

Rosslyn Road

WD244HY

Brocklesbury Close

WD171AP

Leavesden Road

WD171AR

Station Road

WD171DH

Verulam Passage

WD171QA

St John's Road

WD171UE

Bridle Path

WD172AG

High Street

WD172BJ

High Street

WD172LA

Queens Road

WD172TA

Central Watford

WD180AG

Queens Road

WD180GJ

Cambridge Road

WD180JF

Upton Road

WD180JG

Exchange Road

WD180JW

Halsey Road

WD180RW

Lady's Close

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail