Postcode Analysis Broxbourne, East of England

LILAC CLOSE, EN7 5BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LILAC CLOSE, EN7 5BU.

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Population

365

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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Area Character

EN7 5BU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £490k, 58% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EN7 5BU is a safe, established residential area on Lilac Close, 0.3km from Bury Green in Cheshunt. Administratively it sits within Rosedale and Bury Green ward and the Broxbourne constituency.

For families considering a move, EN7 5BU represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £490k.

Census 2021 statistics for EN7 5BU are sourced from Output Area E00118362 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EN7 5BU. The average age is 38.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.2%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean3.8%
Other / Mixed9.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 490,000

3 sales · Mean £ 474,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

EN7 5BU has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences54
Anti-social behaviour19
Burglary9
Other theft9
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Goffs - Churchgate Academy

Good545 pupils0.4 km
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St Mary's Church of England High School (VA)

Requires Improvement1167 pupils0.5 km
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Bonneygrove Primary School

Good400 pupils0.5 km
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Dewhurst St Mary CofE Primary School

Good200 pupils0.6 km
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Arlesdene Nursery School and Pre-School

Outstanding150 pupils0.9 km
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Goffs Academy

Good1540 pupils0.9 km
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Burleigh Primary School

Good413 pupils0.9 km
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Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School

Good196 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Cedars Park0.7 km
  • Old Pond Cafe & Restaurant1.0 km
  • Cheshunt Ambulance & Fire Station0.9 km
  • Olivers0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Neptune Fish & Shish0.3 km
  • Golden Phoenix Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Cromwell Food & Wine0.3 km
  • Cheshunt Chemist0.3 km
  • Star Express0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Cheshunt Football Club0.7 km
  • The Crocodile0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Theobalds Grove1.3 km
  • Cheshunt1.9 km
  • Waltham Cross2.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Tudor Avenue0.2 km
  • Tudor Avenue0.2 km
  • Bishops' College0.3 km
  • Bury Green Road0.3 km
  • Bishops' College0.4 km