Postcode Analysis Enfield, London

WADES HILL, N21 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WADES HILL, N21 1AJ.

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Population

336

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 69,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: N21 1AJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

N21 1AJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £1.4M, 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £1.4M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 21.9% year-on-year.

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

N21 1AJ is a sought-after residential area on Wades Hill, 0.3km 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 1AJ offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 92% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.4M, down 21.9% year-on-year. 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 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00007789 (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 N21 1AJ. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.4%
Asian / British Asian9.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed8.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,425,000

2 sales · Mean £ 1,425,000

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

N21 1AJ has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime21
Anti-social behaviour17
Violence and sexual offences15
Burglary11
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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St Paul's CofE Primary School

Outstanding415 pupils0.5 km
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Eversley Primary School

Outstanding627 pupils0.9 km
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Grange Park Primary School

Good813 pupils1.1 km
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Highlands School

Outstanding1561 pupils1.2 km
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Highfield Primary School

Outstanding683 pupils1.2 km
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Winchmore School

Good1652 pupils1.3 km
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Merryhills Primary School

Good630 pupils1.5 km
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West Grove Primary

Good394 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • The Three Wishes0.9 km
  • The Kings Head0.4 km
  • On Broadway0.9 km
  • Queens Head Winchmore Hill0.6 km
  • Winchmore Hill Bowling Club0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • Ambrosia Steak House0.9 km
  • La Rocca0.9 km
  • Pizzeria Giovanni1.0 km
  • Flavours of Italy Restaurant0.7 km
  • Going Greek0.5 km
  • + 30 more
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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Wades Hill Butchery0.3 km
  • C Atkinson Chemists Ltd0.6 km
  • Baba Express0.9 km
  • Hunters Newsagent0.5 km
  • Laz The Plant Scientist0.6 km
  • + 16 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Bobabun0.8 km
  • Chickin Warriors0.7 km
  • The Honey Pot0.7 km
  • Viva Mexico0.7 km
  • The Vine Leaf0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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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 Chase1.8 km