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61,715
Population
21,073
Households
2 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£62,846
Avg. household income
2,003
Businesses
4,611
People per km²
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About Enfield Highway

Enfield Highway is a residential area located in the London Borough of Enfield, within Greater London. The postcode area for this locality is EN3. It is primarily a suburban neighbourhood, characterised by a mix of housing, including both traditional homes and modern developments. The area is well-connected to central London, making it convenient for commuters.

Local amenities include various shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of residents. The nearby Enfield Town offers additional shopping and dining options. Public transport services, including bus routes and train stations, provide easy access to other parts of London. Overall, Enfield Highway serves as a practical and accessible location for those looking to live in Greater London.

School Ratings in Enfield Highway

There are 274 schools in and around Enfield Highway. Waverley School and Freshsteps Independent school are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Enfield Highway

The average property price is £480K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £402K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Enfield Highway

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Enfield Highway, with 289 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Enfield Highway

Enfield Highway falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Healthcare in Enfield Highway

There are 48 GP surgeries within three miles of Enfield Highway, the nearest being The Ordnance Unity Centre For Health (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for Enfield Highway

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Property Prices 4,378 sales

Average Price £480K
£100 , £67M
Detached £512K 102
Semi £436K 632
Terraced £402K 2,002
Flat £243K 1,363

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

143 Primary
37 Secondary
94 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 14

Ofsted ratings for schools in the EN3 postcode area.

St James CofE Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Durants School Not applicable Good 0.3 miles Enfield Heights Academy Primary 0.3 miles Eastfield Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Brimsdown Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Salmons Brook School Not applicable 0.5 miles Carterhatch Bell Lane Children's Centre 0.5 miles Ark John Keats Academy All-through Good 0.5 miles Kingfisher Hall Primary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Suffolks Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Bishop Stopford's School Secondary Good 0.6 miles Carterhatch Autumn Close Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles

Household Income in Enfield Highway ONS 2023

The average total household income in Enfield Highway is approximately £62,846 a year before tax, 14% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,098. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Enfield Highway £62,846
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £45,098.

Businesses in Enfield Highway ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,003 active businesses based in Enfield Highway, around 32 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 41 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,003 Total businesses
32 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Enfield Highway IMD 2025

Enfield Highway falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
2/10
Income
1/10
Employment
2/10
Education
2/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 26%
Working age 65%
Older 65+ 9%
15,863 Children (0-15) 26%
39,797 Working Age 65%
6,035 Older (65+) 10%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 69.5% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 38.6% 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 Enfield Highway 1,118 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Enfield Highway 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 338
Anti-Social Behaviour 289
Vehicle Crime 101
Shoplifting 88
Other Theft 80
Public Order 50
Burglary 46
Drugs 41
Theft from Person 31
Robbery 28
Other Crime 11
Criminal Damage & Arson 7
Weapons 5
Bicycle Theft 3
Local Policing
Metropolitan Brimsdown Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Brimsdown Train Station 0.6 miles
Turkey Street Train Station 0.8 miles
Enfield Lock Train Station 1 miles
Enfield Town Train Station 1.7 miles
Bush Hill Park Train Station 1.7 miles
Waltham Cross Train Station 1.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brimsdown 0.6 miles Enfield Wash 0.6 miles Enfield Lock 0.9 miles Forty Hill 1.2 miles Ponders End 1.2 miles Enfield 1.4 miles Holdbrook 1.4 miles Freezy Water 1.4 miles Bulls Cross 1.4 miles Bush Hill Park 1.8 miles Sewardstone 1.9 miles Waltham Cross 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Enfield
Ward Ponders End
Constituency Edmonton
Parish Enfield, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Enfield Highway

Of the 21,263 households in and around Enfield Highway, 43% are owned, 24% are socially rented and 32% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 43% Social rented 24% Private rented 32%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Enfield Highway.

Frequently Asked Questions about Enfield Highway

What is the population of Enfield Highway?
Enfield Highway has a population of approximately 61,715 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Enfield Highway?
The average property in and around Enfield Highway sold for about £479,776, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 37% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Enfield Highway a deprived area?
Enfield Highway sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 2 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Enfield Highway?
Enfield Highway is covered by the EN3 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Enfield Highway?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Enfield Highway, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Enfield Highway?
The nearest railway station to Enfield Highway is Brimsdown Train Station, about 0.6 miles away.

Streets in EN3 30 shown View all streets

Aberdare Road 2 Addis Close 1 Addison Road 6 Aden Road 1 Albany Park Avenue 5 Albany Road 5 Aldis Mews 1 Aldridge Avenue 3 Alexandra Road 4 Allandale Road 3 Allens Road 3 Alma Road 13 Ambleside Crescent 2 Anglesey Road 2 Arbour Road 1 Archers Drive 2 Archibald Close 1 Arnold Avenue East 1 Arnold Avenue West 1 Ascot Gardens 1 Ashdown Road 1 Ashford Crescent 3 Ashley Road 1 Ashton Road 2 Aspen Way 1 Avondale Crescent 4 Aylands Road 2 Baddeley Close 2 Balmoral Road 2 Barrass Close 1

Postcodes in EN3 50 shown View all postcodes

EN3 4AA EN3 4AB EN3 4AD EN3 4AE EN3 4AF EN3 4AG EN3 4AH EN3 4AJ EN3 4AL EN3 4AN EN3 4AP EN3 4AQ EN3 4AR EN3 4AS EN3 4AT EN3 4AW EN3 4AX EN3 4AY EN3 4AZ EN3 4BA EN3 4BB EN3 4BD EN3 4BE EN3 4BF EN3 4BG EN3 4BH EN3 4BJ EN3 4BL EN3 4BN EN3 4BP EN3 4BQ EN3 4BS EN3 4BT EN3 4BU EN3 4BW EN3 4BY EN3 4BZ EN3 4DA EN3 4DB EN3 4DD EN3 4DE EN3 4DF EN3 4DG EN3 4DH EN3 4DJ EN3 4DL EN3 4DN EN3 4DP EN3 4DQ EN3 4DR