Is EN5 3DT a safe place to live?

Yes, EN5 3DT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in EN5 3DT?

The average property price in EN5 3DT is currently around £1.6M.

What is the population of EN5 3DT?

The population for the EN5 3DT area is approximately 401 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Barnet, London

HEDGEROW LANE, EN5 3DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEDGEROW LANE, EN5 3DT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

401

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 59,400 /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: EN5 3DT 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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9/10

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10/10

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2/10

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8/10

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5/10

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10/10

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2/10

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9/10

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9/10

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Area Character

EN5 3DT is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £1.6M, 90% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £1.6M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EN5 3DT is a safe, established residential area on Hedgerow Lane, 0.4km from Arkley in Barnet. Administratively it sits within High Barnet ward and the Chipping Barnet constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in EN5, EN5 3DT offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.6M.

Census 2021 statistics for EN5 3DT are sourced from Output Area E00001423 (shared with 25 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 3DT. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British70.8%

Asian / British Asian16.1%

Black / African / Caribbean3.0%

Other / Mixed10.1%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,520,000

4 sales · Mean £ 1,528,750

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

EN5 3DT has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11

Burglary6

Anti-social behaviour5

Vehicle crime4

Drugs3

school Local Schools

Whitings Hill Primary School

Outstanding465 pupils0.8 km

Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet

Outstanding1292 pupils1.4 km

Christ Church Primary School

Good223 pupils1.5 km

Foulds School

Good317 pupils1.5 km

Underhill School

Good525 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Arkley0.7 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Friends Hospital Shop0.9 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Bells Hill Cafe0.9 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Barnet Fish Bar0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Elstree & Borehamwood3.6 km
New Barnet3.8 km
Mill Hill Broadway4.2 km