The Meadway is in Cuffley, Potters Bar and in Welwyn Hatfield district. EN6 4ET is located in the Northaw and Cuffley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broxbourne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Meadway, Cuffley, Potters Bar, EN6 4ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN6 4ES, EN6 4JZ, EN6 4EU, EN6 4HG, EN6 4LA, EN6 4JF, EN6 4HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EN6 4ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.8% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.2% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 EN6 4ET there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.6% 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 | 18.7% | 26.5% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.7% | 59.6% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 15.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 6.6% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 46.9% | 56.1% | 9.2% | 48.4% | 7.7% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 28.2% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 13.5% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.3% | 19.7% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 13.3% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 13.3% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 36.3% | 4.6% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 1.7% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 93.5% | 86% | -7.5% | 81.4% | 4.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 8% | 7.7% | 1.6% | 6.4% |
In this area, 89.5% 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 | 92.2% | 89.5% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 5.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 89.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.4% | 9.1% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0.6% | -5.9% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 76.7% | 13.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 60.8% | 46.2% | 14.6% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Meadway was 43.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.3% higher than the Northaw and Cuffley average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
The Meadway has the 6th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Northaw and Cuffley and the 106th lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in Welwyn Hatfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 173.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 The Meadway, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £744,000 | 2024-12-06 | £726,249 |
| 59 The Meadway, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £752,000 | 2023-12-01 | £748,817 |
| 1 The Meadway, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £592,500 | 2021-08-05 | £631,782 |
| 45 The Meadway, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2021-06-17 | £725,327 |
| 21 The Meadway, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £607,000 | 2021-05-17 | £647,243 |
EN6 4ET area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
EN6 4ET 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.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Self-Employed | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arlesdene Nursery School and Pre-School Blindman's Lane , Cheshunt EN8 9DW | 4out of 4 | 5,348 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuffley School Theobalds Road , Cuffley EN6 4HN | 3out of 4 | 862 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goffs Oak Primary & Nursery School Millcrest Road , Goffs Oak EN7 5NS | 3out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School Jones Road , Goffs Oak EN7 5JS | - not rated | 1,456 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ponsbourne St Mary's Church of England Primary School Newgate Street Village , SG13 8RA | 4out of 4 | 2,256 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northaw Church of England Primary School Vineyards Road , Northaw EN6 4PB | 3out of 4 | 2,964 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goffs Academy Goffs Lane , Cheshunt EN7 5QW | 3out of 4 | 3,993 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England High School (VA) Lieutenant Ellis Way , Cheshunt EN7 5FB | 3out of 4 | 4,421 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goffs - Churchgate Academy College Road , Cheshunt EN8 9LY | 2out of 4 | 4,981 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Manor College Bullsmoor Lane , EN1 4RQ | - not rated | 5,463 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queenswood School Shepherd's Way , Brookmans Park AL9 6NS | - not rated | 4,304 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Rhodes Wood Hospital School Shepherds Way , Brookmans Park AL9 6NN | - not rated | 4,731 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stormont School The Causeway , EN6 5HA | - not rated | 4,780 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St John's Preparatory and Senior School , The Ridgeway EN6 5QT | - not rated | 4,893 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ignite | Cedar House, Sopers Road | 298 yd | |
| The Orchid Flowers & Cafe | 64 Station Road, Potters Bar | 381 yd | |
| Sonar Bangla Restaurant | 27 Station Road, Potters Bar | 424 yd | |
| Cuffley Cafe | 3 Maynard Place, Potters Bar | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough | 43 Plough Hill, Potters Bar | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Sea Fish & Chips | 36A Station Road, Potters Bar | 428 yd | |
| Cuffley Pizza and Kebab Centre | 42 Station Road, Potters Bar | 428 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 20 Station Road, Potters Bar | 492 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 59 Station Road, Potters Bar | 424 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 58.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.