Thaynesfield is in Potters Bar and in Hertsmere district. EN6 5DD is located in the Potters Bar Oakmere electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertsmere. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thaynesfield, Potters Bar, EN6 5DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN6 5DQ, EN6 5HF, EN6 5DG, EN6 5DE, EN6 5HG, EN6 5JQ, EN6 5HD, EN6 5HJ, EN6 5JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EN6 5DD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.2% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.8% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.1% | 35.5% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 45% | -9.4% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 5.6% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 11.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.8% | 45.9% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 40% | 40.5% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 12.4% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -3.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 23.6% | 20.3% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 7.6% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 16.1% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 13.1% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 33.1% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 1.7% | 4.2% | 2.5% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 5% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 4.9% | 3.1% | -1.8% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 89.1% | 85.1% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 3.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 82.7% 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 | 86.8% | 82.7% | -4.1% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| European Union | 5.3% | 6.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 5% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.7% | 82.4% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.1% | 11.1% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.6% | 0.4% | -10.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.5% | 37.2% | -16.7% |
| Christian | 62.5% | 46.2% | 16.3% |
| Hindu | 4.2% | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Jewish | 6.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thaynesfield was 14.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.3% lower than the Bentley Heath & The Royds average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Thaynesfield has the 5th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Bentley Heath & The Royds and the 14th lowest crime rate of 315 local areas in Hertsmere .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Thaynesfield, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-06-30 | £286,465 |
| 2 Thaynesfield, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2021-04-16 | £689,278 |
| 18 Thaynesfield, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2019-05-17 | £647,936 |
| 13 Thaynesfield, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2016-09-06 | £290,474 |
| 15 Thaynesfield, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2015-11-02 | £365,445 |
EN6 5DD 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 retired residents living in EN6 5DD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Heath Primary School School Road , EN6 1JW | 3out of 4 | 736 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladbrooke Junior Mixed and Infant School Watkins Rise , EN6 1QB | 3out of 4 | 819 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakmere Primary School Chace Avenue , EN6 5NP | 3out of 4 | 847 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northaw Church of England Primary School Vineyards Road , Northaw EN6 4PB | 3out of 4 | 1,851 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cranborne Primary School Laurel Fields , EN6 2BA | 3out of 4 | 2,122 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Grace School Church Road , EN6 1EZ | 2out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Alice Owen's School Dugdale Hill Lane , EN6 2DU | 4out of 4 | 2,968 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chancellor's School Pine Grove , Brookmans Park AL9 7BN | 3out of 4 | 3,413 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stormont School The Causeway , EN6 5HA | - not rated | 22 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lochinver House School Heath Road , Potters Bar EN6 1LW | - not rated | 1,127 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Mews Wem Lane , Wem SY4 5RT | - not rated | 1,609 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fenton Grange School Broad Lane , Church Fenton LS24 9ST | - not rated | 1,609 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchard School C/O Lufton College , Lufton Way BA22 8ST | - not rated | 1,609 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hali & Lulu | 195 High Street, Potters Bar | 402 yd | |
| Old Owens Association & Sports Club | The Bungalow, Old Owens Sports Ground | 407 yd | |
| Old Owens Thai | The Bungalow, Old Owens Sports Ground | 407 yd | |
| Oakmere Tea & Dining Room | 100-102 High Street, Potters Bar | 789 yd | |
| Pubali Indian Restaurant | 90 High Street, Potters Bar | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion | The Royal British Legion, Cotton Road | 282 yd | |
| Potters Bar Tennis Club | Potters Bar Lawn Tennis Club, The Walk | 997 yd | |
| Cask And Stillage | 19 High Street, Potters Bar | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Di Napoli Ltd | 197A High Street, Potters Bar | 399 yd | |
| Vrisaki Kebab House | 240 High Street, Potters Bar | 425 yd | |
| Potters Chippy | 165 High Street, Potters Bar | 512 yd | |
| Lions Kebab | 159 High Street, Potters Bar | 529 yd | |
| Curry Garden | 147 High Street, Potters Bar | 553 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 59-61 High Street, Potters Bar | 877 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stormont School THE CAUSEWAY | grass pitches | 104 yd |
| Old Owens Sports Club Coopers Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 424 yd |
| Coopers Road COOPERS ROAD | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Potters Bar Town Fc The Walk | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| Oakmere School CHACE AVENUE | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Next Gen Fitness MOUNT GRACE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 953 yd |
| Potters Bar Lawn Tennis Club THE WALK | tennis courts | 997 yd |
| Potters Bar Cricket Club THE WALK | grass pitches | 1,077 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 163.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.