Area guide
Everything you need to know about buying property in the WD17 postcode area, covering Watford and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.
Average price
£380,099
Median price
£370,500
5-year trend
+32.2%
Total sales
11,353
The WD17 area has 472 individual postcodes with 11,353 registered sales. Prices are broadly in line with the national average, with the largest concentration in Watford. The five-year price movement is +32.2%.
A Hertfordshire town with fast trains to London Euston, a Metropolitan Line tube connection and the Warner Bros. Studio Tour drawing visitors from across the country.
🚆 Main station
Watford Junction
⏱️ London commute
~16 min by train
🏫 Notable school
Watford Grammar School for Boys (Outstanding)
WD17 averages £380,099, placing it in the upper-mid range. This tier often attracts a mix of professionals, families and investors, with prices broadly in line with the national average. The dataset includes 11,353 recorded sales across 472 postcodes.
The five-year price trend in WD17 is +32.2%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.
WD17 2DB
£114,707 avg · 220 sales
WD17 2RA
£161,062 avg · 176 sales
WD17 4BQ
£254,100 avg · 147 sales
WD17 4PZ
£118,240 avg · 140 sales
WD17 1BN
£211,121 avg · 137 sales
WD17 2LQ
£235,854 avg · 121 sales
WD17 2RB
£188,324 avg · 118 sales
WD17 2PZ
£206,700 avg · 112 sales
WD17 4UH
£175,353 avg · 105 sales
This WD17 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.
Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology
The average sold price in the WD17 postcode area is £380,099, based on 11,353 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Watford.
Properties in WD17 average £380,099, which is broadly in line with the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.
WD17 is broadly in line with the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. The area covers 472 postcodes.
Prices in WD17 have moved +32.2% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.
No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.
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