Willow Way is in Potters Bar and in Hertsmere district. EN6 2PR is located in the Bentley Heath & The Royds electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertsmere. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Willow Way, Potters Bar, EN6 2PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN6 2PS, EN6 2QA, EN6 2PT, EN6 2QB, EN6 2PU, EN6 2PJ, EN6 2PY, EN6 2PP, EN6 2PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EN6 2PR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% of residents 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 | 48.8% | 55.6% | 6.8% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 51.2% | 44.4% | -6.8% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 | 38.1% | 41.6% | 3.5% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.5% | 34.2% | -1.3% | 44.2% | -10.0% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 1.5% | -4.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 15.6% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 7.1% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.2% | 40.7% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 32.9% | 4.7% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 15.8% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 6.8% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 | 30% | 21.3% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 10.1% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 14.9% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 15.7% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 29.5% | 14.5% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.2% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 5.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 86.8% | 73.2% | -13.6% | 81.4% | -8.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 5.3% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 3.7% |
In this area, 75.3% 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 | 88% | 75.3% | -12.7% | 83.2% | -7.9% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 9.3% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 4% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 5.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.5% | 75.5% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 20.1% | 19.8% | 9.8% | 10.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.2% | 1.2% | -8.0% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 7.8% | 6.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Way was 328.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 346.9% higher than the Bentley Heath & The Royds average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Willow Way has the 3rd highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Bentley Heath & The Royds and the 13th highest crime rate of 316 local areas in Hertsmere .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 168.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Willow Way, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2024-06-26 | £176,629 |
| 41 Willow Way, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2022-03-23 | £368,150 |
| 25 Willow Way, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2019-07-04 | £473,222 |
| 29 Willow Way, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2018-06-01 | £460,145 |
| 49 Willow Way, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-05-17 | £410,585 |
EN6 2PR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 student residents living in EN6 2PR area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Margaret's Nursery School Margaret Road , New Barnet EN4 9NT | 4out of 4 | 5,262 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Bank Junior School Field View Road , EN6 2NA | - not rated | 411 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Bank Infants' School Field View Road , EN6 2NA | - not rated | 411 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Bank Primary School Field View Road , EN6 2NA | - not rated | 497 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladbrooke Junior Mixed and Infant School Watkins Rise , EN6 1QB | 3out of 4 | 710 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pope Paul Catholic Primary School Baker Street , EN6 2ES | - not rated | 1,098 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gracewood Academy Church Road , Rothwell EN6 1EZ | 2out of 4 | 1,436 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Grace School Church Road , EN6 1EZ | - not rated | 1,436 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Grace School Church Road , EN6 1EZ | - not rated | 1,436 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Alice Owen's School Dugdale Hill Lane , EN6 2DU | 4out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Alice Owen's School Dugdale Hill Lane , EN6 2DU | - not rated | 1,739 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnet and Southgate College Wood Street , EN5 4AZ | - not rated | 4,846 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Park Education Support Centre High Street , EN6 5AB | - not rated | 611 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elysium Healthcare Potters Bar Clinic School Barnet Road , Potters Bar EN6 2SE | - not rated | 740 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mews C/O Cambian Education , Metropolitan House EN6 1AG | - not rated | 867 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchard School Orchard School , C/O Metropolitan House EN6 1AG | - not rated | 867 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge School C/O Cambian Education , Metropolitan House EN6 1AG | - not rated | 867 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rudis Sandwich Bar | 8 Mutton Lane, Potters Bar | 354 yd | |
| Regency Chinese Restaurant | 12 - 14 Mutton Lane, Potters Bar | 358 yd | |
| New China City | 33 Barnet Road, Potters Bar | 380 yd | |
| Potters Bar Cafe | 5 Barnet Road, Potters Bar | 384 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Tesco, Mutton Lane | 385 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cask And Stillage | 19 High Street, Potters Bar | 512 yd | |
| Potters Bar Cricket Club | The Walk, Potters Bar | 515 yd | |
| Potters Bar Tennis Club | Potters Bar Lawn Tennis Club, The Walk | 596 yd | |
| The Old Manor | Wyllyotts Place, Off Darkes Lane | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Style | 18 Barnet Road, Potters Bar | 423 yd | |
| Favourite Fried Chicken | 1 Princes Parade, High Street | 497 yd | |
| Cobbs Bakery Sandwich Bar | 82 High Street, Potters Bar | 664 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebab House | 73 High Street, Potters Bar | 706 yd | |
| Pizza Go Go | 75 High Street, Potters Bar | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Mutton Lane, Potters Bar | 385 yd | |
| Co-Op | 59-61 High Street, Potters Bar | 666 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury Centre, Darkes Lane | 1,023 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Potters Bar Cricket Club THE WALK | grass pitches | 529 yd |
| Potters Bar Lawn Tennis Club THE WALK | tennis courts | 599 yd |
| Potters Bar Town Fc The Walk | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Revive Fitness & Spa Ltd THE PICTURE HOUSE THE PICTURE HOUSE DARKES LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,067 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 174.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.