Tolmers Road is in Cuffley, Potters Bar and in Welwyn Hatfield district. EN6 4JY 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 Tolmers Road, Cuffley, Potters Bar, EN6 4JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN6 4JG, EN6 4JX, EN6 4JZ, EN6 4JB, EN6 4AN, EN6 4JQ, EN6 4JT, EN6 4JJ, EN6 4QF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EN6 4JY 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 4JY 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 Tolmers Road was 17.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.8% lower than the Northaw and Cuffley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Tolmers Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Northaw and Cuffley and the 39th lowest crime rate of 361 local areas in Welwyn Hatfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 75.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64A Tolmers Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,375,000 | 2024-11-06 | £1,402,073 |
| 68 Tolmers Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,125,000 | 2024-09-27 | £1,149,533 |
| 94 Tolmers Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £940,000 | 2024-07-11 | £955,537 |
| 80 Tolmers Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £935,000 | 2022-04-11 | £916,375 |
| 60 Tolmers Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £940,000 | 2021-07-05 | £1,070,497 |
EN6 4JY 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 4JY 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuffley School Theobalds Road , Cuffley EN6 4HN | 3out of 4 | 972 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goffs Oak Primary & Nursery School Millcrest Road , Goffs Oak EN7 5NS | 3out of 4 | 1,309 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School Jones Road , Goffs Oak EN7 5JS | 3out of 4 | 1,679 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School Jones Road , Goffs Oak EN7 5JS | - not rated | 1,679 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ponsbourne St Mary's Church of England Primary School Newgate Street Village , SG13 8RA | 3out of 4 | 2,084 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goffs School Goffs Lane , Cheshunt EN7 5QW | - not rated | 4,197 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Goffs Academy Goffs Lane , Cheshunt EN7 5QW | 3out of 4 | 4,197 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England High School (VA) Lieutenant Ellis Way , Cheshunt EN7 5FB | - not rated | 4,646 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England High School (VA) Lieutenant Ellis Way , Cheshunt EN7 5FB | 3out of 4 | 4,646 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheshunt School College Road , Cheshunt EN8 9LY | - not rated | 5,194 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 4,104 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Epping House School Epping Green , SG13 8NF | - not rated | 4,133 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhodes Farm School Mymwood House , Shepherds Way AL9 6NN | - not rated | 4,521 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhodes Wood Hospital School Shepherds Way , Brookmans Park AL9 6NN | - not rated | 4,521 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stormont School The Causeway , EN6 5HA | - not rated | 4,639 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonar Bangla Restaurant | 27 Station Road, Potters Bar | 485 yd | |
| Cuffley Cafe | 3 Maynard Place, Potters Bar | 488 yd | |
| The Orchid Flowers & Cafe | 64 Station Road, Potters Bar | 535 yd | |
| Ignite | Cedar House, Sopers Road | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough | 43 Plough Hill, Potters Bar | 364 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Sea Fish & Chips | 36A Station Road, Potters Bar | 528 yd | |
| Cuffley Pizza and Kebab Centre | 42 Station Road, Potters Bar | 528 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 20 Station Road, Potters Bar | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 59 Station Road, Potters Bar | 485 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 121.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.