Brookside Crescent is in Cuffley, Potters Bar and in Welwyn Hatfield district. EN6 4QL 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 Brookside Crescent, Cuffley, Potters Bar, EN6 4QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN6 4QP, EN6 4QR, EN6 4QQ, EN6 4QH, EN6 4QW, EN6 4QJ, EN6 4JR, EN6 4JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EN6 4QL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.5% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.5% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 4QL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.9% 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 | 18% | 21.2% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -16.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.8% | 64.9% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 20.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 4.2% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 9.3% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.8% | 44.6% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 37.3% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 12.5% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 17.3% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 15.4% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.4% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 16.9% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 32.7% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.1% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 3.1% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.7% | 88.1% | -10.6% | 81.4% | 6.7% |
| Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 86.4% 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 | 96% | 86.4% | -9.6% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 6% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 4% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 86.1% | -8.9% | 83.2% | 2.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.6% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 1.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.3% | 13.5% | -11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.4% | 37.2% | -8.8% |
| Christian | 60.4% | 46.2% | 14.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookside Crescent was 22.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.9% lower than the Northaw and Cuffley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Brookside Crescent has the 7th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Northaw and Cuffley and the 53rd lowest crime rate of 361 local areas in Welwyn Hatfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 126 Brookside Crescent, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2025-01-31 | £844,745 |
| 132 Brookside Crescent, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2024-12-06 | £633,675 |
| 136 Brookside Crescent, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £740,000 | 2023-10-16 | £738,499 |
| 154 Brookside Crescent, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,025,000 | 2023-06-30 | £1,002,584 |
| 146 Brookside Crescent, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £789,000 | 2021-10-15 | £816,379 |
EN6 4QL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 4QL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 EN6 4QL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponsbourne St Mary's Church of England Primary School Newgate Street Village , SG13 8RA | 3out of 4 | 1,292 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goffs Oak Primary & Nursery School Millcrest Road , Goffs Oak EN7 5NS | 3out of 4 | 1,593 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cuffley School Theobalds Road , Cuffley EN6 4HN | 3out of 4 | 1,750 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School Jones Road , Goffs Oak EN7 5JS | 3out of 4 | 2,263 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School Jones Road , Goffs Oak EN7 5JS | - not rated | 2,263 yd | Community 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 | 4,599 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Goffs Academy Goffs Lane , Cheshunt EN7 5QW | 3out of 4 | 4,599 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 | 5,207 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 | 5,207 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chancellor's School Pine Grove , Brookmans Park AL9 7BN | 3out of 4 | 5,278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epping House School Epping Green , SG13 8NF | - not rated | 3,335 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queenswood School Shepherd's Way , Brookmans Park AL9 6NS | - not rated | 3,892 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Rhodes Farm School Mymwood House , Shepherds Way AL9 6NN | - not rated | 4,222 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhodes Wood Hospital School Shepherds Way , Brookmans Park AL9 6NN | - not rated | 4,222 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stormont School The Causeway , EN6 5HA | - not rated | 4,732 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough | 43 Plough Hill, Potters Bar | 1,045 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 | 76.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.