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About

Garston is a residential area in Watford, located to the north of the town centre. It is primarily known for its mix of housing, ranging from post-war estates to more modern developments. The area has good transport links, with the M1 motorway nearby and regular bus services connecting it to Watford Junction and other parts of the town. Garston also has several local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical place to live for families and commuters.

The area is home to Garston Park, a large green space popular for leisure activities and sports. Nearby, the Garston Leisure Centre offers facilities like a swimming pool and gym. While Garston lacks a high street or major retail hub, its proximity to Watford town centre provides easy access to shopping and entertainment. The area has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on community and convenience rather than nightlife or tourism.

Area overview

On average Garston has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 89 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 31.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Garston is £47,800 per year. There are 2 schools in Garston: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Garston Population

8,399

Population density

4,211.5 per km²

Demographics

British

4,859

57.87%

Other White

834

9.93%

Indian

673

8.01%

African

300

3.57%

Other Asian

298

3.55%

Total population: 8,397

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,000

30.55%

Owns outright

814

24.87%

Other social rented

688

21.02%

Private landlord or letting agency

392

11.98%

Social rents from council

292

8.92%

Total households: 3,273

Property prices in Garston

Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £417,000 in Garston area, with individual transactions ranging from £97,000 up to £740,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Garston over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£525,000	£516,000	£520,000	£597,500	£655,500
Flats	23	£200,000	£100,250	£126,500	£228,000	£299,000
Semi-Detached	16	£493,000	£352,750	£445,000	£575,000	£691,250
Terraced	19	£450,000	£369,000	£418,500	£537,500	£609,000

10 years median price trend in Garston

All postcodes in Garston

WD259QR

Garston Lane

WD259AN

The Gossamers

WD259DN

Kelshall

WD259PW

Cow Lane

WD259RD

Kimpton Place

WD259SD

Butterwick

WD259DR

Gadswell Close

WD259NS

Coates Way

WD259QF

Fifth Avenue

WD259UQ

Widgeon Way

WD259EY

Gadswell Close

WD259FJ

Kilby Close

WD259US

Bowmans Green

WD259RP

Mallard Way

WD259AH

The Meadows

WD259DL

Westlea Avenue

WD259EE

The Gossamers

WD259NU

Kytes Drive

WD259UW

Fairfolds

WD259BQ

Harvest End

WD259BL

Cow Lane

WD259DF

Garsmouth Way

WD259DS

Gadswell Close

WD259EW

Garston

WD259PX

Second Avenue

WD259SB

Alma Place

WD259SH

Garston

WD259UL

Kelshall

WD259AX

Cezanne Road

WD259DG

Eastlea Avenue

WD259PS

First Avenue

WD259QD

Fifth Avenue

WD259QG

Fourth Avenue

WD259WZ

Garston

WD259SZ

The Pelhams

WD259RW

Lansdowne Close

WD259UN

Fairfolds

WD259QH

Fourth Avenue

WD259QT

Codicote Drive

WD259SS

Whitwell Road

WD259UF

Garsmouth Way

WD259EP

Garston

WD259TJ

Lea Bushes

WD259FS

Leavesden Road

WD259JS

North Western Avenue

WD259NZ

Kytes Drive

WD259RE

Lansdowne Close

WD259AA

Falcon Way

WD259QL

Cuffley Avenue

WD259RG

Woodhurst Avenue

WD259SX

Ivinghoe Close

WD259EN

Garston

WD259AB

Ravenscroft

WD259PD

Edward Amey Close

WD259PU

Biddenham Turn

WD259QY

Codicote Drive

WD259TD

Amwell Close

WD259ES

Garston

WD259BF

Cezanne Road

WD259DB

Westlea Avenue

WD259DH

Westlea Avenue

WD259FN

Leavesden Road

WD259FQ

Leavesden Road

WD259NG

Cow Lane

WD259QU

Gaddesden Crescent

WD259RB

Cuffley Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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

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