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Holywell

England / East of England / Watford / Holywell

About

Holywell ward is located in the eastern part of Watford, bordering the districts of Oxhey and South Oxhey. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is served by several local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical place for families and commuters.

The ward is well-connected, with easy access to Watford Junction station and major roads like the A41. Holywell Recreation Ground provides green space for outdoor activities, while the nearby Watford General Hospital serves the community. The area has a straightforward layout, with quiet streets and a focus on convenience for its residents.

Area overview

On average Holywell has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 97 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 42.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Holywell is £48,100 per year. There are 6 schools in Holywell: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
97
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
42.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Holywell

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Holywell area, with individual transactions ranging from £104,600 up to £615,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Flats42£256,000
Semi-Detached5£490,000
Terraced21£452,500

10 years price trend in Holywell

All postcodes in Holywell

WD172TZ

Caxton Way

WD186ZU

Caxton Way

WD180XR

Caxton Way

WD181BT

Caxton Way

WD186GN

Scammell Way

WD186JH

Holywell

WD186JL

Moor View

WD186JZ

Charlock Way

WD187NP

Queens Avenue

WD187YA

Caxton Way

WD187ST

Holywell

WD48XQ

Caxton Way

WD44BW

Caxton Way

WD173XJ

Caxton Way

WD181AF

Caxton Way

WD181ER

Caxton Way

WD181GS

Caxton Way

WD186FU

Scammell Way

WD186LA

High View

WD186ST

Pioneer Way

WD186SX

Himalayan Way

WD187EJ

King Georges Avenue

WD187SX

Tolpits Close

WD188AW

Ascot Road

WD44ER

Holywell

WD991AS

Holywell

WD181PR

Holywell

WD186GY

Scammell Way

WD186JJ

Caractacus Cottage View

WD186NZ

Croxley View

WD186PY

Holywell

WD186UT

Chenies Way

WD187AZ

King Georges Avenue

WD187PT

Whippendell Road

WD187QN

Whippendell Road

WD187SH

Queens Avenue

WD188SA

Holywell

WD991AF

Holywell

WD181UQ

Caxton Way

WD171XL

Caxton Way

WD181TT

Caxton Way

WD180NG

Brightwell Road

WD180YY

Caxton Way

WD186GX

Explorer Drive

WD186LE

High View

WD186PS

Croxley View

WD187EL

Sydney Road

WD188AR

Epsom Road

WD188AX

Ascot Road

WD188JA

Caxton Way

WD247XT

Caxton Way

WD44AG

Caxton Way

WD44DD

Caxton Way

WD991AL

Holywell

WD991AR

Holywell

WD188BB

Holywell

WD991BA

Holywell

WD188AL

Ascot Road

WD181LB

Caxton Way

WD181ND

Holywell

WD186GL

Explorer Drive

WD187ET

Sydney Road

WD187EY

Holywell

WD187QS

Ascot Road

WD188BD

Epsom Road

WD188TF

Greenhill Crescent

WD188XU

Epsom Road

WD246TN

Caxton Way

WD44EP

Holywell

WD181XG

Caxton Way

WD181XT

Caxton Way

WD181TS

Caxton Way

WD181NN

Holywell

WD186NT

Charlock Way

WD186PQ

Croxley View

WD187EP

Sydney Road

WD187PA

Whippendell Road

WD188QZ

Caxton Way

WD194EY

Caxton Way

WD991AE

Holywell

WD181NT

Holywell

WD181NB

Holywell

WD186NS

Croxley View

WD186UR

Chenies Way

WD186PZ

Holywell

WD186QE

Hodges Way

WD187HW

The Gateway

WD187QJ

Cassiobridge Road

WD188UA

Caxton Way

WD181DY

Caxton Way

WD181EP

Caxton Way

WD181SX

Caxton Way

WD181TD

Caxton Way

WD186AE

Croxley View

WD186JQ

Moor View

WD186JU

Caractacus Green

WD186NX

Chesham Way

WD188RH

Caxton Way

WD257LT

Caxton Way

WD44DR

Caxton Way

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.