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About Abbots Langley
Abbots Langley is a village located in Hertfordshire, within the WD5 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the M25 motorway and is close to the border with Buckinghamshire. The village has a mix of residential properties and some local businesses, with a community centre and several schools serving the area. There are open spaces nearby, including parts of the Chiltern Hills, offering walking and cycling opportunities. The village has a railway station on the West Coast Main Line, providing regular services to London Euston and other destinations. The area has a long history, with records of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The local church, St Mary's, is a notable landmark and reflects the village's historical roots.
School Ratings in Abbots Langley
Abbots Langley is served by 163 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Abbots Langley
Property prices average £487K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £409K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Abbots Langley
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Abbots Langley, with 64 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Abbots Langley
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Abbots Langley falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Abbots Langley
There are 15 GP surgeries within three miles of Abbots Langley, the nearest being Vine House Health Centre (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Abbots Langley
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Property Prices 1,242 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the WD5 postcode area.
Household Income in Abbots Langley ONS 2023
The average total household income in Abbots Langley is approximately £69,664 a year before tax, 26% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,155. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £49,155.
Businesses in Abbots Langley ONS 2025
There are approximately 629 active businesses based in Abbots Langley, around 58 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Abbots Langley IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Abbots Langley in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Abbots Langley 262 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Abbots Langley is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Abbots Langley
Of the 4,487 households in and around Abbots Langley, 72% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 10% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Abbots Langley.