About Waterdale

Waterdale is a residential area located in Hertfordshire, England, within the WD25 postcode area. It offers a mix of housing options, making it suitable for families and individuals alike. The area is primarily suburban, characterised by its well-maintained streets and green spaces, providing a pleasant environment for outdoor activities. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, which cater to the needs of the community. Waterdale is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it convenient for commuting. The surrounding Hertfordshire countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature, enhancing the overall appeal of the area for those who appreciate outdoor pursuits.

School Ratings in Waterdale

Waterdale is served by 175 schools. Kingswood Nursery School and Parmiter's School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Waterdale

Property prices average £474K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £497K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Waterdale

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Waterdale, with 91 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Waterdale

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Waterdale 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Waterdale

Most properties in Waterdale can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,108 sales

Average Price £474K
£1K — £37.68M
Detached £769K 377
Semi £497K 1,047
Terraced £434K 811
Flat £250K 813

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

99 Primary
21 Secondary
55 Other
SA9 Park Street and St Stephens Family Centre 0.5 miles Mount Pleasant Lane Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Parmiter's School Secondary Outstanding 0.5 miles Saint Michael's Catholic High School Secondary 0.7 miles Future Academies Watford Secondary 0.9 miles Garston Manor School Good 0.9 miles St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1 miles Coates Way JMI and Nursery School Primary 1.1 miles Bedmond Academy Primary Good 1.3 miles Abbots Langley School Primary Good 1.3 miles Breakspeare School 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Waterdale IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Waterdale 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.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
10,065 Children (0-15) 22%
28,837 Working Age 62%
10,126 Older (60+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.1% 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 Waterdale 481 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Waterdale 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.

187 Violence & Sexual Offences
91 Anti-Social Behaviour
39 Other Theft
31 Drugs
29 Criminal Damage & Arson
20 Burglary
20 Shoplifting
20 Vehicle Crime
19 Public Order
9 Other Crime
8 Bicycle Theft
3 Weapons
3 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Hertfordshire London Colney, St Stephens and St Albans East 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

Bricket Wood Train Station 1.3 miles
Garston (Hertfordshire) Train Station 1.6 miles
Kings Langley Train Station 2.2 miles
Park Street Train Station 2.4 miles
How Wood (Hertfordshire) Train Station 2.4 miles
Watford North Train Station 2.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woodside 0.9 miles Smug Oak 1.2 miles Bricket Wood 1.2 miles Abbots Langley 1.4 miles How Wood 1.4 miles Bedmond 1.4 miles Kingswood 1.4 miles Leavesden Green 1.8 miles Chiswell Green 1.8 miles Garston 1.9 miles Meriden 1.9 miles Potters Crouch 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Three Rivers
County Hertfordshire
Ward Leavesden
Constituency Watford
Parish Abbots Langley
Region East of England

Streets in WD25 30 shown View all streets

Aerodrome Way 1 Albans View 1 Albanwood 1 Aldbury Close 1 Aldenham 20 1 Aldenham Road 1 Alder Walk 1 All Saints Crescent 1 Alma Place 2 Amwell Close 1 Anvil Avenue 3 Anvil Mews 1 Appletree Walk 3 Ash Close 1 Aspen Park Drive 1 Aurora Close 1 Avalon Close 1 Avon Close 1 Back Lane 5 Barley Brow 1 Bateson Drive 3 Berrygrove Lane 2 Biddenham Turn 1 Blackbirds Lane 2 Blackthorn Close 1 Boundary Way 7 Bovingdon Crescent 2 Bowmans Green 5 Braham Crescent 1 Bramfield 1

Postcodes in WD25 50 shown View all postcodes

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