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Area guide

WD24 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the WD24 postcode area, covering Watford and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

WD24 area price snapshot

Average price

£236,105

Median price

£214,975

5-year trend

+13.8%

Total sales

14,159

The WD24 area has 455 individual postcodes with 14,159 registered sales. Prices are +40.5% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Watford. The five-year price movement is +13.8%.

About Watford

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)

View full Watford property data →

Market context

With an average of £236,105, WD24 is a mid-range area, +40.5% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 14,159 recorded sales across 455 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in WD24 is +13.8%, in line with broader UK house price movements.

Buying tips for WD24

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how WD24 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in WD24.
  • 🏘️Explore Watford. Much of the WD24 activity centres on Watford. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the WD24 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in WD24

WD24 5AN

£199,730 avg · 173 sales

WD24 5AT

£192,072 avg · 159 sales

WD24 5AS

£185,567 avg · 152 sales

WD24 5AH

£204,878 avg · 151 sales

WD24 6BQ

£236,825 avg · 139 sales

WD24 7FH

£109,862 avg · 137 sales

WD24 7PJ

£113,856 avg · 131 sales

WD24 5AP

£202,938 avg · 128 sales

WD24 5AW

£187,328 avg · 125 sales

View all 455 postcodes in WD24 →

Useful tools for WD24 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£2,222

Avg £236,105 in WD24

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare WD24 with other areas

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Watford data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This WD24 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in WD24?

The average sold price in the WD24 postcode area is £236,105, based on 14,159 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Watford.

How do WD24 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in WD24 average £236,105, which is +40.5% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in WD24 lower than the average?

The median price (£214,975) is 8.9% below the average (£236,105), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have WD24 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in WD24 have moved +13.8% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

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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