What home types are most common in Central?

Housing mix: purpose-built flat 46.2%, terraced 23.5%.

How many households are in Central?

There are 4,749 households in Central

What's the Central population and density?

Central population is 10,472 with density 6363.2 per km².

How much social housing is near Central?

About 13.9% across the Central area.

How deprived is Central?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 12803 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Central?

Based on 102 recent sales, the median price is £310,250; see the 10-year chart for trends.

Crime level in Central is very high with about 288 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What's the average income in Central?

Average resident income is about £50,200 per year.

Find postcode

Central

Q: What schools in Central and how are they rated?

There are 6 schools in Central: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / East of England / Watford / Central

About

Central Ward is a residential area in Watford, located near the town center. It features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, modern apartments, and semi-detached homes. The ward is well-connected, with Watford Junction station providing easy access to London and other parts of Hertfordshire.

Local amenities include shops, cafes, and parks like Harebreaks Recreation Ground. The area is close to Watford General Hospital and several schools, making it practical for families. Central Ward balances urban convenience with quieter residential streets.

Area overview

On average Central has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 288 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central is £50,200 per year. There are 6 schools in Central: 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

6/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

13.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Central Population

10,472

Population density

6,363.2 per km²

Demographics

British

3,608

34.45%

Other White

2,403

22.94%

Indian

974

9.3%

Pakistani

670

6.4%

Other Asian

620

5.92%

Total population: 10,474

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,507

52.8%

Owns with a mortgage

851

17.92%

Owns outright

684

14.41%

Other social rented

441

9.29%

Other forms of private rent

101

2.13%

Total households: 4,748

Property prices in Central

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £310,250 in Central 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	64	£250,000	£95,150	£174,563	£306,750	£382,000
Semi-Detached	6	£412,000	£331,750	£354,750	£449,000	£557,500
Terraced	32	£402,500	£360,150	£385,000	£440,500	£521,250

10 years price trend in Central

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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