RickmansworthWD3
Three Rivers · East of England
WD3 Rickmansworth has demonstrated rental market strength with a 5.2% compound annual growth rate over five years, outpacing the area's modest 0.9% price appreciation during the same period. Population increased by 1.5% over five years, while the district ranks in the 76th percentile nationally on trajectory metrics, scoring 54.7 out of 100. The area is classified as early-stage gentrification, suggesting ongoing demographic and economic transition. For investors, the rental-price growth differential warrants consideration, though the relatively low capital appreciation and moderate population expansion warrant careful analysis against individual investment parameters and local market conditions.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 0.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.5% per year
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What's changing in Rickmansworth · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.6 points this month to 54/100, driven mainly by risk.
Rickmansworth (WD3) common questions
Is Rickmansworth up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Rickmansworth (WD3) as Early. Its trajectory score is 54/100 (Strong), in the top 27% of districts nationally. The score is up 1.6 points over the last 12 months.
Is Rickmansworth safe?
Rickmansworth has a safety score of 57/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Rickmansworth?
The average property price in Rickmansworth (WD3) is £485k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.8% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Rickmansworth?
The median monthly rent in Rickmansworth (WD3) is £1,543 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Rickmansworth?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Northwood (HA6), Bedford (MK40), Gerrards Cross (SL9), Watford (WD18), Bedford (MK45). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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