N21 1AE is a sought-after residential area on Cresswell Way, 0.4km from Grange Park in Enfield. Administratively it sits within Winchmore Hill ward and the Enfield, Southgate constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in N21, N21 1AE offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.4M. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for N21 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00007792 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CRESSWELL WAY, N21 1AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRESSWELL WAY, N21 1AE.
275
45
£ 69,500 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: N21 1AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. N21 1AE's low deprivation rank, 73% ownership, and £1.4M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.4M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for N21 1AE. The average age is 44.7. 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
Detached
£ 1,382,500
2 sales · Mean £ 1,382,500
Semi-Detached
£ 805,000
1 sales · Mean £ 805,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
N21 1AE has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Paul's CofE Primary School
Eversley Primary School
Grange Park Primary School
Highfield Primary School
Highlands School
Winchmore School
West Grove Primary
Merryhills Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Wades Hill Butchery0.3 km
- Baba Express0.9 km
- Hunters Newsagent0.5 km
- Laz The Plant Scientist0.6 km
- Peatchey Butchers0.7 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- The Kings Head0.4 km
- On Broadway0.9 km
- Queens Head Winchmore Hill0.6 km
- Winchmore Hill Bowling Club0.7 km
- Winchmore Sports Lounge1.0 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- Flavours of Italy Restaurant0.7 km
- Going Greek0.4 km
- Greek Eats Ltd0.8 km
- Punto Italian Restaurant0.8 km
- TacoZone r/o Osaka restaurant0.8 km
- + 30 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Bobabun0.8 km
- Chickin Warriors0.7 km
- The Honey Pot0.7 km
- Viva Mexico0.7 km
- Udon/LopenRaj0.8 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- Waitrose0.8 km
- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winchmore Hill0.5 km
- Grange Park0.7 km
- Enfield Chase1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Winchmore Hill Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: N211AE · Data under Open Government Licence