Windmill Lane is in Cheshunt, Waltham Cross and in Broxbourne district. EN8 9AB is located in the Cheshunt South and Theobalds electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broxbourne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, Waltham Cross, EN8 9AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN8 9AS, EN8 9RL, EN8 9AG, EN8 9RY, EN8 9RJ, EN8 9RH, EN8 9RN, EN8 9RW, EN8 9RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EN8 9AB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 51.6% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 52.2% | 48.4% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 28.9% | 39.4% | 10.5% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 45.4% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 7.2% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 6.8% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 (85.1%) 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 | 44.9% | 52.1% | 7.2% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 33% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 10.4% | -5.4% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
In the area around EN8 9AB this area, 29.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 29.1% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 10.8% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 12.7% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 5.6% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 10.4% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 30.7% | 15.3% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 5.5% | 0.8% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 6% | 7.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | 4.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 89.2% | 79.4% | -9.8% | 81.4% | -2.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 74.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 74.4% | -14.2% | 83.2% | -8.8% |
| European Union | 5.1% | 14.6% | 9.5% | 6.1% | 8.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 4.2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.7% | 74.1% | -12.6% | 83.2% | -9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13.9% | 13.9% | 9.8% | 4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 5.2% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 5.2% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.5% | 1.6% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 5.2% | 1.5% | 3.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Windmill Lane was 58.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.4% lower than the Cheshunt North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Windmill Lane has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Cheshunt North and the 137th lowest crime rate of 287 local areas in Broxbourne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 82 Windmill Lane, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £466,000 | 2020-11-30 | £544,805 |
| 66 Windmill Lane, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2016-09-16 | £611,089 |
| 74 Windmill Lane, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £451,000 | 2015-11-27 | £645,086 |
| 78 Windmill Lane, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2007-01-23 | £505,099 |
| 66 Windmill Lane, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £274,400 | 2005-07-11 | £597,800 |
EN8 9AB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 525 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Nursery School Hurst Drive , EN8 8DH | 3out of 4 | 2,381 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook School Gews Corner , Cheshunt EN8 9BX | 2out of 4 | 348 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burleigh Primary School Blindmans Lane , Cheshunt EN8 9DP | 3out of 4 | 452 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downfield Primary School Downfield Road , Cheshunt EN8 8SS | 3out of 4 | 619 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookland Junior School Elm Drive , Cheshunt EN8 0RX | 2out of 4 | 950 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookland Infant and Nursery School Elm Drive , Cheshunt EN8 0RX | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goffs - Churchgate Academy College Road , Cheshunt EN8 9LY | 2out of 4 | 988 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haileybury Turnford Mill Lane , Cheshunt EN8 0JU | 2out of 4 | 1,162 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goffs Academy Goffs Lane , Cheshunt EN7 5QW | 3out of 4 | 1,884 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 | 1,982 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lea Valley Academy Bullsmoor Lane , EN3 6TW | 3out of 4 | 2,850 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 | 3,363 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark John Keats Academy Bell Lane , EN3 5PA | 4out of 4 | 4,519 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchardside School 230 Bullsmoor Lane , EN1 4RL | 2out of 4 | 3,527 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshsteps Independent school Innova House , Kenetic Crescent EN3 7XH | - not rated | 3,676 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fern House School Chesterfield Primary School , EN3 6BG | 1out of 4 | 3,988 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durants School 4 Pitfield Way , EN3 5BY | 3out of 4 | 4,943 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Russet House School 11 Autumn Close , EN1 4JA | 4out of 4 | 5,245 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshunt Rifle & Pistol Club | Cheshunt Rifle And Pistol Club, Theobalds Lane | 126 yd | |
| Reyna Brasserie | 4 Windmill Lane, Cheshunt | 212 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 62 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 270 yd | |
| Turners Hill Cafe | 10 Lynton Parade Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 294 yd | |
| Wimpy | 6 Lynton Parade Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 294 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Cow | 198 Windmill Lane, Cheshunt | 417 yd | |
| The Maltsters Public House | The Maltsters, 177 Windmill Lane | 453 yd | |
| The Old English Gentleman | 253 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 638 yd | |
| The Roman Urn(no food prepared) | 137 Crossbrook Street, Cheshunt | 781 yd | |
| The Crocodile | College Road, Cheshunt | 1,066 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste of Cyprus | 1 Windmill Lane, Cheshunt | 212 yd | |
| Vince's Kitchen | 108 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 252 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken and Ribs | 100 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 252 yd | |
| Oriental Wok | 1 Lynton Parade Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 294 yd | |
| Cheshunt Fried Chicken | 89 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 299 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 64-78 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 243 yd | |
| Afro Caribbean Shop | 125 Crossbrook Street, Cheshunt | 787 yd | |
| Co-Op Supermarket | 9 High Street, Cheshunt | 875 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Laura Trott Leisure Centre WINDMILL LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 207 yd |
| Grundy Park PINDERS COTTAGE PINDERS COTTAGE WINDMILL LANE | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Target Fitness ALBURY RIDE | health and fitness suite | 942 yd |
| Cheshunt Club ALBURY RIDE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts | 963 yd |
| Holy Trinity Primary School CROSSBROOK STREET | grass pitches | 1,020 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 | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| 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 | 179.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 179.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.