EN5 1DU is a safe, established residential area on Lyonsdown Avenue, 0.6km from New Barnet in Barnet. Administratively it sits within Barnet Vale ward and the Chipping Barnet constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in EN5, EN5 1DU offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barnet.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M, up 69.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EN5 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00001345 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LYONSDOWN AVENUE, EN5 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYONSDOWN AVENUE, EN5 1DU.
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£ 61,100 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EN5 1DU 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. EN5 1DU's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £1.2M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.2M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 69.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EN5 1DU. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 1,300,000
3 sales · Mean £ 1,366,666
Semi-Detached
£ 907,000
5 sales · Mean £ 1,016,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
EN5 1DU has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Brookhill Nursery School
St Margaret's Nursery School
Pavilion Study Centre
St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet
Ark Pioneer Academy
Cromer Road Primary School
Danegrove Primary School
St Catherine's RC School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Buon Gustaio Uno0.8 km
- Chu Chin Chow1.0 km
- Fortune Cat0.9 km
- Grab Or Dine0.8 km
- Mah Cafe0.8 km
- + 26 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Big Papas0.8 km
- Pizza Hut0.9 km
- Pizza Monster0.8 km
- Chutneys0.9 km
- Anuraag0.9 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Builders Arms0.9 km
- Railway Tavern0.9 km
- Bodens0.8 km
- East Barnet Valley United Services Club0.9 km
- Pure Gym0.8 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Whetstone News Food And Wine0.8 km
- Aroma Supermarket0.9 km
- Bina News0.8 km
- Church Hill Road Convenience Store1.0 km
- Co-op Food0.9 km
- + 20 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Barnet0.7 km
- Oakleigh Park0.9 km
- Hadley Wood2.9 km
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Postcode Profile: EN51DU · Data under Open Government Licence