About Commonwood

Commonwood is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England, within the WD4 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, characterised by its mix of traditional and modern homes. The village is surrounded by green spaces, offering opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Local amenities include a few shops and services that cater to the daily needs of residents. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, making it convenient for commuting. Commonwood is also close to several larger towns, providing access to a wider range of facilities and activities. The community is small and friendly, fostering a sense of belonging among its residents.

School Ratings in Commonwood

Families in Commonwood have access to 146 local schools. D9 the Lanes Family Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Commonwood

Homes sell for an average of £648K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £589K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Commonwood

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Commonwood, with 8 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Commonwood

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Commonwood among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Commonwood

Broadband services in Commonwood range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,668 sales

Average Price £648K
£500 — £10.71M
Detached £990K 440
Semi £589K 462
Terraced £492K 246
Flat £259K 430

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

85 Primary
20 Secondary
41 Other
D9 the Lanes Family Centre Outstanding 0.7 miles St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chipperfield Primary Good 0.7 miles Sarratt Church of England Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Kings Langley School Secondary Good 2 miles Kings Langley Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles D10 Three Villages Family Centre Good 2.2 miles Chenies School Primary 2.2 miles St Paul's Church of England Primary School, Langleybury Primary Good 2.2 miles St Clement Danes School Secondary Outstanding 2.3 miles York House School 2.5 miles Christ Church Chorleywood CofE School Primary Outstanding 2.5 miles Divine Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School Primary 2.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Commonwood IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Commonwood experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,034 Children (0-15) 19%
13,036 Working Age 60%
5,967 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Commonwood 65 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Commonwood is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

32 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Public Order
5 Vehicle Crime
4 Other Theft
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Drugs
3 Other Crime
2 Burglary
Local Policing
Hertfordshire Rickmansworth and District Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Kings Langley Train Station 2.4 miles
Apsley Train Station 2.9 miles
Chorleywood Train Station 3 miles
Hemel Hempstead Train Station 3.4 miles
Chalfont And Latimer Train Station 3.5 miles
Rickmansworth Train Station 3.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bucks Hill 0.6 miles Belsize 0.6 miles Sarratt 0.6 miles Chipperfield 0.6 miles Micklefield Green 1.2 miles Whippendell Bottom 1.4 miles Church End 1.4 miles Sarratt Bottom 1.4 miles Tower Hill 1.4 miles Bulstrode 1.4 miles Chandler's Cross 1.8 miles Langleybury 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Watford
County Hertfordshire
Ward Holywell
Constituency Watford
Parish Watford, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in WD4 30 shown View all streets

Abbots Rise 1 Abbots View 2 Alexandra Road 4 Archer Close 1 Avenue Approach 2 Barnes Lane 2 Barnes Rise 2 Barns Way 1 Beechfield 2 Belgrave Drive 2 Belham Road 2 Blackwell Road 2 Bottom Lane 2 Bridge Road 4 Bucks Hill 6 Bulstrode Close 1 Bulstrode Lane 1 Castile Gardens 1 Caxton Way 16 Chantry Close 1 Chapel Croft 6 Chipperfield Road 3 Church Lane 5 Common Lane 3 Coniston Road 5 Courtaulds 1 Croft Close 1 Croft End Road 3 Croft Field 1 Croft Lane 4

Postcodes in WD4 50 shown View all postcodes

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