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44,359
Population
17,865
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£70,169
Avg. household income
1,750
Businesses
4,922
People per km²
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About Bulls Cross

Bulls Cross is a residential area located in the London Borough of Enfield, within Greater London. It lies to the north of the capital, close to the border with Hertfordshire. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes, and is served by local shops and community facilities. It is accessible via the A10 road and is near the junction of the A10 and A110, making it convenient for those commuting into central London. The postcode area EN1 covers Bulls Cross and surrounding neighbourhoods. Public transport options include several bus routes that connect the area to nearby towns and stations. While not a major tourist destination, Bulls Cross offers a quiet, suburban environment with a strong sense of local community.

School Ratings in Bulls Cross

There are 192 schools in and around Bulls Cross. Raglan Infant School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bulls Cross

The average property price is £498K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £476K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bulls Cross

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bulls Cross, with 340 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bulls Cross

Bulls Cross sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Bulls Cross

There are 31 GP surgeries within three miles of Bulls Cross, the nearest being The Ordnance Unity Centre For Health (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for Bulls Cross

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Property Prices 4,394 sales

Average Price £498K
£100 , £87.25M
Detached £886K 89
Semi £571K 835
Terraced £476K 1,951
Flat £286K 1,363

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

110 Primary
27 Secondary
55 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 12
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the EN1 postcode area.

Orchardside School Not applicable Good 46 yards Capel Manor Primary School Primary 46 yards Capel Manor College 16 plus Requires Improvement 0.2 miles Honilands Children's Centre 0.3 miles Honilands Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Radiomarathon Children's Centre 0.3 miles St Ignatius College Secondary 0.4 miles Forty Hill CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles The Lea Valley Academy Secondary Good 0.6 miles Fern House School Not applicable Good 0.6 miles Freezywater St George's CofE VA Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Worcesters Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Bulls Cross ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bulls Cross is approximately £70,169 a year before tax, 27% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £48,283. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bulls Cross £70,169
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £48,283.

Businesses in Bulls Cross ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,750 active businesses based in Bulls Cross, around 39 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,750 Total businesses
39 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 94%
Small, 10-49 5%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bulls Cross IMD 2025

Bulls Cross sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
4/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 14%
9,821 Children (0-15) 22%
28,276 Working Age 64%
6,260 Older (65+) 14%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bulls Cross 1,317 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Bulls Cross sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 380
Anti-Social Behaviour 340
Shoplifting 124
Vehicle Crime 119
Other Theft 90
Public Order 62
Theft from Person 48
Burglary 47
Robbery 43
Drugs 37
Other Crime 14
Weapons 6
Criminal Damage & Arson 5
Bicycle Theft 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Turkey Street Train Station 0.6 miles
Theobalds Grove Train Station 1.2 miles
Enfield Lock Train Station 1.3 miles
Waltham Cross Train Station 1.4 miles
Brimsdown Train Station 1.9 miles
Gordon Hill Train Station 1.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Waltham Cross 0.9 miles Enfield Wash 0.9 miles Holdbrook 1.2 miles Freezy Water 1.2 miles Bury Green 1.2 miles Clay Hill 1.4 miles Enfield Lock 1.4 miles Forty Hill 1.4 miles Enfield Highway 1.4 miles Brimsdown 1.8 miles Crews Hill 1.9 miles Churchgate 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Enfield
Ward Town
Constituency Enfield North
Parish Enfield, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Bulls Cross

Of the 16,603 households in and around Bulls Cross, 60% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 24% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 60% Social rented 16% Private rented 24%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bulls Cross.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bulls Cross

What is the population of Bulls Cross?
Bulls Cross has a population of approximately 44,359 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bulls Cross?
The average property in and around Bulls Cross sold for about £498,261, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 43% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bulls Cross a deprived area?
Bulls Cross sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bulls Cross?
Bulls Cross is covered by the EN1 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bulls Cross?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bulls Cross, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bulls Cross?
The nearest railway station to Bulls Cross is Turkey Street Train Station, about 0.6 miles away.

Streets in EN1 30 shown View all streets

A10 1 Abbey Road 6 Abercrombie Drive 1 Adelaide Close 2 Agricola Place 1 Alberta Road 2 Aldersbrook Avenue 4 Almshouse Lane 3 Amberley Gardens 1 Amberley Road 4 Apple Grove 3 Ash Grove 2 Athole Gardens 2 Auckland Close 2 Autumn Close 2 Ayley Croft 5 Bagshot Road 2 Baird Road 2 Baker Street 25 Banton Close 1 Barnard Road 1 Baynes Close 1 Bell Road 1 Bentley Mews 1 Beresford Gardens 3 Bertram Road 4 Beverley Close 1 Bicknoiler Road 1 Bicknoller Road 2 Bideford Gardens 1

Postcodes in EN1 50 shown View all postcodes

EN1 1AA EN1 1AL EN1 1BA EN1 1BB EN1 1BE EN1 1BG EN1 1BJ EN1 1BL EN1 1BN EN1 1BP EN1 1BS EN1 1BT EN1 1BU EN1 1BW EN1 1BX EN1 1DA EN1 1DB EN1 1DD EN1 1DE EN1 1DF EN1 1DG EN1 1DH EN1 1DJ EN1 1DL EN1 1DN EN1 1DP EN1 1DR EN1 1DS EN1 1DT EN1 1DW EN1 1DX EN1 1DZ EN1 1ED EN1 1EE EN1 1EF EN1 1EG EN1 1EH EN1 1EL EN1 1EN EN1 1EP EN1 1EQ EN1 1ER EN1 1ES EN1 1ET EN1 1EU EN1 1EW EN1 1EX EN1 1EY EN1 1EZ EN1 1FG