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About Wood Green
Wood Green is a district located in the London Borough of Haringey, in Greater London, England. It falls within the N22 postcode area. The area is primarily residential and has a diverse community. Wood Green is known for its shopping facilities, including the Wood Green Shopping City, which offers a variety of retail options, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
The district is well-connected by public transport, with Wood Green tube station providing access to the Piccadilly Line, making it easy to travel to central London and other parts of the city. Additionally, there are several bus routes that serve the area. Wood Green also features various parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation.
School Ratings in Wood Green
Wood Green is served by 661 schools. Rhodes Avenue Primary School and Lift Noel Park are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Wood Green
Property prices average £624K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £417K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wood Green
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Wood Green, with 517 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Wood Green
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wood Green is among the more deprived areas nationally. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.
Healthcare in Wood Green
There are 107 GP surgeries within three miles of Wood Green, the nearest being Staunton Group Practice (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Wood Green
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Property Prices 3,232 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the N22 postcode area.
Household Income in Wood Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Wood Green is approximately £65,918 a year before tax, 19% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,373. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,373.
Businesses in Wood Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,102 active businesses based in Wood Green, around 50 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Wood Green IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Wood Green as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.
Crime in Wood Green 1,977 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Wood Green is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Wood Green
Of the 16,674 households in and around Wood Green, 37% are owned, 26% are socially rented and 37% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Wood Green.