Riversmead is in Hoddesdon and in Broxbourne district. EN11 8DP is located in the Hoddesdon Town and Rye Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broxbourne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Riversmead, Hoddesdon, EN11 8DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN11 8DS, EN11 8DN, EN11 8DQ, EN11 8DH, EN11 8FD, EN11 8BX, EN11 8DR, EN11 8DU, EN11 8DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EN11 8DP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 49.1% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 51.2% | 50.9% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of EN11 8DP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.1% | 29.6% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 52.9% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 7.9% | 3.5% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 6.9% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.4% | 54.6% | 6.2% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 32.2% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 9.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.9% | 21.2% | 1.3% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 11.6% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 13.7% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 14.7% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 29.7% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 94.8% | 94% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 87.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 87.5% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 8.1% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90% | 87.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.4% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.3% | 0.6% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.3% | 37.2% | -7.9% |
| Christian | 65.7% | 46.2% | 19.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Riversmead was 79.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.1% lower than the Broxbourne and Hoddesdon South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Riversmead has the 21st highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Broxbourne and Hoddesdon South and the 113th highest crime rate of 287 local areas in Broxbourne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Riversmead, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2024-05-24 | £724,774 |
| 67 Riversmead, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2023-01-05 | £647,500 |
| 32 Riversmead, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2022-12-05 | £817,895 |
| 54 Riversmead, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2022-11-07 | £602,688 |
| 48 Riversmead, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2022-08-31 | £652,064 |
EN11 8DP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
EN11 8DP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in EN11 8DP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rye Park Nursery School Walton Road , EN11 0LN | 4out of 4 | 1,593 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Riversmead , EN11 8DP | - not rated | 169 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cross Catholic Primary School Upper Marsh Lane , EN11 8BN | - not rated | 483 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School Haslewood Avenue , EN11 8HT | 3out of 4 | 580 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheredes Primary School Benford Road , EN11 8LL | 4out of 4 | 964 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Community Primary School Westfield Road , EN11 8RA | 3out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Barclay Academy Cock Lane , EN11 8JY | 2out of 4 | 658 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The John Warner School Stanstead Road , EN11 0QF | 2out of 4 | 2,214 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Broxbourne School Badgers Walk , EN10 7DD | 3out of 4 | 2,289 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rivers Education Support Centre Old Essex Road , EN11 0AA | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hailey Hall School Hailey Lane , SG13 7PB | 2out of 4 | 2,511 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Haileybury and Imperial Service College , SG13 7NU | - not rated | 3,148 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Amwell View School Station Road , Stanstead Abbotts SG12 8EH | 4out of 4 | 3,554 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton School Walnut Tree Walk , SG12 9PD | 4out of 4 | 5,332 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saffron Restaurant | 25 High Street, Hoddesdon | 282 yd | |
| Taste Of China | 25B High Street, Hoddesdon | 282 yd | |
| Royal Mail | Royal Mail Delivery Office, Conduit Lane | 295 yd | |
| Hayta | 76 High Street, Hoddesdon | 327 yd | |
| Delight Cafe | Unit 2, 33 High Street | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Lion | 23 High Street, Hoddesdon | 282 yd | |
| Stanboroughs Conservative Club | Stanboroughs Court, Conduit Lane | 295 yd | |
| Bogdan Catering | The White Swan, 95 High Street | 536 yd | |
| The White Swan | 95 High Street, Hoddesdon | 570 yd | |
| J D Wetherspoon The Star | 105 High Street, Hoddesdon | 570 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 58E High Street, Hoddesdon | 308 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3, 78 High Street | 327 yd | |
| Captains Fish & Chips | 60 High Street, Hoddesdon | 327 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 29 High Street, Hoddesdon | 336 yd | |
| Li's Takeaway | 31A High Street, Hoddesdon | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Conduit Lane, Hoddesdon | 295 yd | |
| Tesco | 61-65 High Street, Hoddesdon | 380 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Brewery Road | 471 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | Brocket Road, Hoddesdon | 473 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Limited, Taverners Way | 492 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Breen'S Gym (Closed) Brewery Road | health and fitness suite | 456 yd |
| Fit4Less (Hoddesdon) 110-114 110-114 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 476 yd |
| The Stewart Edwards Stadium 41 BARCLAY COURT 41 BARCLAY COURT PARK VIEW | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 590 yd |
| Hoddesdon Open Air Pool (Closed) High Street | swimming pool | 590 yd |
| Lowfield 29 EVERSLEY LODGE 29 EVERSLEY LODGE PARK VIEW | grass pitches | 617 yd |
| Robert Barclay Academy COCK LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 732 yd |
| Rivers Education Centre Old Essex Road | grass pitches | 996 yd |
| Sheredes Primary School BENFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,003 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 71.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.