N18 1AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Empire Avenue, 1.4km from Pymmes Park in Enfield. Administratively it sits within Bowes ward and the Enfield, Southgate constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Enfield.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £495k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for N18 1AQ are sourced from Output Area E00006931 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EMPIRE AVENUE, N18 1AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EMPIRE AVENUE, N18 1AQ.
332
40
£ 52,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
N18 1AQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £495k, 66% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for N18 1AQ. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 495,000
3 sales · Mean £ 506,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
N18 1AQ has low crime rates — 36 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.
school Local Schools
Oakthorpe Primary School
Rowland Hill Nursery School
Wilbury Primary School
St Michael at Bowes CofE Junior School
The Devonshire Hill Nursery & Primary School
Hazelwood Junior School
Hazelwood Infant School
Riverside School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Crossway Minimarket0.9 km
- Pace Petrol Station0.9 km
- Crop Drop @0.8 km
- Liquor Store0.8 km
- Wellcare Pharmacy0.8 km
- + 18 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- O LA LAH PIZZA0.5 km
- Island Spice0.8 km
- Master Chef0.8 km
- Run Rooster0.4 km
- Chos Magic Wok0.7 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Bodrum Supermarket0.6 km
- Asda Service Station0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Hertfordshire Catering, Hazelwood Sch Kitchen1.0 km
- Cafe Santiago0.7 km
- New River Cafe & Bar @0.9 km
- Aspens Services Ltd0.7 km
- Maykolly African Restaurant0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bird0.6 km
- Haringey Borough Football Club0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Palmers Green1.4 km
- White Hart Lane1.7 km
- Silver Street1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: N181AQ · Data under Open Government Licence