The Grove is in Enfield and in Enfield district. EN2 7PY is located in the Ridgeway electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Enfield North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Grove, Enfield, EN2 7PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN2 7PX, EN2 7PP, EN2 7QA, EN2 7QG, EN2 8LN, EN2 7QB, EN2 7PG, EN2 7QF, EN2 7QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EN2 7PY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 65.3% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 61.5% | 65.3% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 14.3% |
| Male | 38.5% | 34.7% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -14.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21% | 30.8% | 9.8% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.3% | 29.7% | 0.4% | 44.2% | -14.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 16.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 7.8% |
| Widowed | 31.7% | 20.3% | -11.4% | 6.1% | 14.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 24.6% | 36.5% | 11.9% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 34.4% | -5.3% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 25.7% | 24.3% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 11.6% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 2.6% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 2.1% | -2.4% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
In the area around EN2 7PY this area, 29.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.9% | 29.9% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 11.5% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 6.3% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -7.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 13.2% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 29.3% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -4.5% |
| Other | 2.4% | 5.2% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.2% | 87% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 5.6% |
| Other | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 76.7% 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 | 86% | 76.7% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| European Union | 5% | 10.1% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.2% | 5.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 4.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.8% | 75.9% | -7.9% | 83.2% | -7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 17.8% | 17.8% | 9.8% | 8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 4.7% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 14% | 0.5% | -13.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 3.2% | 0.2% | 3.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 4.2% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Grove was 5.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.6% lower than the Grange Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Grove has the lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Grange Park and the 2nd lowest crime rate of 823 local areas in Enfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32A The Grove, Enfield, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2024-02-15 | £683,749 |
| 8 The Grove, Enfield, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2023-09-08 | £537,148 |
| 38 The Grove, Enfield, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2022-05-18 | £947,127 |
| 36 The Grove, Enfield, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £887,500 | 2022-05-12 | £884,816 |
| 28 The Grove, Enfield, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-04-13 | £525,653 |
EN2 7PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 EN2 7PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 55% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in EN2 7PY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampden Way Nursery School Hampden Way , Southgate N14 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 4,371 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookhill Nursery School Brookhill Road , East Barnet EN4 8SD | 4out of 4 | 4,905 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Nursery School Margaret Road , New Barnet EN4 9NT | 4out of 4 | 5,031 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Degree Academy 1 Chace Village Road , EN2 8GH | 4out of 4 | 912 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merryhills Primary School Bincote Road , EN2 7RE | 3out of 4 | 945 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merryhills Primary School Bincote Road , EN2 7RE | - not rated | 945 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Side Primary School Trinity Street , EN2 6NS | 3out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's CofE Primary School Brigadier Hill , EN2 0NB | 3out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wren Academy Enfield 3 Chace Village Road , EN2 8GH | 3out of 4 | 900 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highlands School 148 Worlds End Lane , N21 1QQ | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Enfield County School for Girls Holly Walk , EN2 6QG | 3out of 4 | 1,546 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Enfield Grammar School Market Place , EN2 6LN | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Enfield Grammar School Market Place , EN2 6LN | - not rated | 1,636 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate College High Street , Southgate N14 6BS | - not rated | 3,935 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Enfield College 73 Hertford Road , EN3 5HA | - not rated | 4,323 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Capel Manor College Bullsmoor Lane , EN1 4RQ | - not rated | 4,350 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edmonton County School Little Bury Street , Edmonton N9 9JZ | 3out of 4 | 3,620 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edmonton County School Great Cambridge Road , EN1 1HQ | - not rated | 3,873 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark John Keats Academy Bell Lane , EN3 5PA | 3out of 4 | 5,092 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Hadley 143 South Street , EN3 4PX | 3out of 4 | 5,269 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Centre Trinity Street , EN2 6NS | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Primary Outreach and Offsite Behaviour Support Team Trinity Street , EN2 6NS | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverways School St Andrew's Parish Centre , Silver Street EN1 3EG | - not rated | 1,770 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Park Preparatory School 13 The Chine , Grange Park N21 2EA | - not rated | 2,208 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keble Preparatory School Wades Hill , Winchmore Hill N21 1BG | - not rated | 2,754 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Munchies | 10 Enfield Road, ENFIELD | 649 yd | |
| The Poppadom | 73 Windmill Hill, ENFIELD | 911 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 69 Windmill Hill, ENFIELD | 911 yd | |
| Franzos / Wicked / Wrap &wings / Eggsquisite / Kitchen 1 | 61-63 Windmill Hill, ENFIELD | 911 yd | |
| Olive Tree Cafe | 1D Chase Court Gardens, ENFIELD | 925 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enfield Lawn Tennis Club | The Ridgeway, ENFIELD | 348 yd | |
| The Jolly Farmers | 2 Enfield Road, ENFIELD | 561 yd | |
| The Ridgeway Tavern | 76 The Ridgeway, ENFIELD | 590 yd | |
| Holtwhites Sports & Social | Holtwhites Hill Sports Ground, 1 Kirkland Drive | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizzeria Olivetta | Gordon Hill Railway Station, Lavender Hill | 948 yd | |
| Grill on the Hill | 41 Windmill Hill, ENFIELD | 1,009 yd | |
| Burlington Fish and Chips Kebab | 53 Windmill Hill, ENFIELD | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | 120A Lavender Hill, ENFIELD | 948 yd | |
| Waitrose | 38-42 Windmill Hill, ENFIELD | 996 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 25 Windmill Hill, ENFIELD | 1,009 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holtwhites Sports And Social Club KIRKLAND DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 922 yd |
| Enfield Golf Club Limited ENFIELD GOLF CLUB ENFIELD GOLF CLUB OLD PARK ROAD SOUTH | golf | 988 yd |
| Highlands School WORLDS END LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,085 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| 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 | 43.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.