Postcode Analysis Barnet, London

THE DRIVE, EN5 1DZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DRIVE, EN5 1DZ.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 62,500 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EN5 1DZ 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.

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7/10
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8/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. EN5 1DZ's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership, and £1.8M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.8M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

EN5 1DZ is a sought-after residential area on The Drive, 0.6km from Barnet, New in Barnet. Administratively it sits within Barnet Vale ward and the Chipping Barnet constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EN5, EN5 1DZ offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. 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. 70% 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.8M. 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 EN5 1DZ are sourced from Output Area E00001341 (shared with 13 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 EN5 1DZ. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British69.8%
Asian / British Asian16.4%
Black / African / Caribbean5.7%
Other / Mixed8.1%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,800,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,800,000

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

EN5 1DZ has low crime rates — 25 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.

Anti-social behaviour53
Violence and sexual offences33
Vehicle crime21
Burglary15
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Brookhill Nursery School

Outstanding112 pupils0.9 km
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Pavilion Study Centre

Good46 pupils1.0 km
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St Margaret's Nursery School

Outstanding123 pupils1.1 km
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Ark Pioneer Academy

537 pupils1.1 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School, East Barnet

Outstanding210 pupils1.1 km
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Cromer Road Primary School

Good413 pupils1.3 km
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St Catherine's RC School

Good480 pupils1.4 km
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Danegrove Primary School

Good622 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Greenhill Greengrocer0.7 km
  • Moore & Sons Ltd0.7 km
  • BP Odeon SF Connect0.9 km
  • Selina Quality Food Market1.0 km
  • Stonewines1.0 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Source Of Life0.9 km
  • Bean Cafe & Bistro1.0 km
  • Pinch Of Salt1.0 km
  • The Wilds Cafe1.0 km
  • Theo's Cafe And Grill1.0 km
  • + 19 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Cod's Plaice1.0 km
  • King Of Taste0.9 km
  • Anuraag1.0 km
  • Barnet Star Kebab0.9 km
  • Golden Palace1.0 km
  • + 12 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.8 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Lord Kitchener1.0 km
  • Bodens0.9 km
  • East Barnet Valley United Services Club1.0 km
  • Pure Gym0.9 km
  • St Peter's Social Club0.7 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • New Barnet0.8 km
  • Oakleigh Park0.9 km
  • Hadley Wood2.9 km