Marina Gardens is in Cheshunt, Waltham Cross and in Broxbourne district. EN8 9QZ 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 Marina Gardens, Cheshunt, Waltham Cross, EN8 9QZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN8 9QY, EN8 9RB, EN8 9EY, EN8 9DW, EN8 9RA, EN8 9EX, EN8 9QT, EN8 9QU, EN8 9DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EN8 9QZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 EN8 9QZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.2% 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 | 25.5% | 32.5% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 54.2% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 10.0% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 7% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 5.9% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.7%) 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 | 46.8% | 49.3% | 2.5% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 36.4% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 10.9% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 1.8% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 29.3% | 25.8% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 13.6% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 10.8% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 14.3% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 24.7% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 7.2% | 2.8% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.5% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 87.2% | 81.5% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 0.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.9% | 4.4% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
In this area, 80.4% 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 | 86.5% | 80.4% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -2.8% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 7.9% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 3.6% |
| Africa | 4.5% | 3.2% | -1.3% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.5% | 80.4% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 14.1% | 13.5% | 9.8% | 4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0.9% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 9% | 1.5% | -7.5% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26% | 37.2% | -11.2% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Buddhist | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marina Gardens was 40.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.8% lower than the Cheshunt North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marina Gardens has the 13th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Cheshunt North and the 92nd lowest crime rate of 287 local areas in Broxbourne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11A Marina Gardens, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2023-04-12 | £451,307 |
| 7 Marina Gardens, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2020-09-23 | £461,022 |
| 21 Marina Gardens, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £416,000 | 2017-05-17 | £520,376 |
| 17 Marina Gardens, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2016-03-15 | £483,846 |
| 11 Marina Gardens, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £312,500 | 2011-12-08 | £611,439 |
EN8 9QZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% 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.
EN8 9QZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 296 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Nursery School Hurst Drive , EN8 8DH | 3out of 4 | 2,563 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dewhurst St Mary CofE Primary School 94, Churchgate , Cheshunt EN8 9ND | 3out of 4 | 342 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burleigh Primary School Blindmans Lane , Cheshunt EN8 9DP | 3out of 4 | 389 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook School Gews Corner , Cheshunt EN8 9BX | 2out of 4 | 728 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Andrews Lane Primary School Andrews Lane , Cheshunt EN7 6LB | 2out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bonneygrove Primary School Dark Lane , Cheshunt EN7 5ED | 2out of 4 | 1,192 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 | 495 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goffs Academy Goffs Lane , Cheshunt EN7 5QW | 3out of 4 | 1,075 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 | 1,487 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haileybury Turnford Mill Lane , Cheshunt EN8 0JU | 2out of 4 | 1,505 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lea Valley Academy Bullsmoor Lane , EN3 6TW | 3out of 4 | 2,986 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 | 3,219 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 | 4,758 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 | 3,410 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshsteps Independent school Innova House , Kenetic Crescent EN3 7XH | - not rated | 4,121 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fern House School Chesterfield Primary School , EN3 6BG | 1out of 4 | 4,307 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durants School 4 Pitfield Way , EN3 5BY | 3out of 4 | 5,060 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Russet House School 11 Autumn Close , EN1 4JA | 4out of 4 | 5,253 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 Ambulance & Fire Station | Cheshunt Fire And Ambulance Station, College Road | 372 yd | |
| Beanstalk Cafe | 233 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 439 yd | |
| Mahek | 201-205 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 439 yd | |
| Old Pond Cafe & Restaurant | 25 College Road, Cheshunt | 461 yd | |
| Cheshunt Police Station | 101 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crocodile | College Road, Cheshunt | 316 yd | |
| The Old English Gentleman | 253 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 439 yd | |
| The Freemasons | The Jolly Bricklayers, 2 Flamstead End Road | 876 yd | |
| The Roman Urn(no food prepared) | 137 Crossbrook Street, Cheshunt | 1,065 yd | |
| Ukranian Social Club | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Phoenix Chinese Takeaway | 23 College Road, Cheshunt | 461 yd | |
| Crystal Kebab Takeaway | 1 Clarendon Parade Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 500 yd | |
| Spice Tandoori | 4 Clarendon Parade Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 500 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 17 Newnham Parade, Cheshunt | 512 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 15 Newnham Parade, Cheshunt | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Supermarket | 9 High Street, Cheshunt | 576 yd | |
| Tesco | 64-78 Turners Hill, Cheshunt | 637 yd | |
| Co-Op Supermarket | 136-138 Church Lane, Cheshunt | 709 yd | |
| Afro Caribbean Shop | 125 Crossbrook Street, Cheshunt | 1,072 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Goffs - Churchgate Academy COLLEGE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 583 yd |
| Laura Trott Leisure Centre WINDMILL LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 720 yd |
| Target Fitness ALBURY RIDE | health and fitness suite | 774 yd |
| Goffs Lane Playing Field MANOR GROVE AVENUE | grass pitches | 785 yd |
| Cheshunt Club ALBURY RIDE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts | 798 yd |
| St Marys Va High School (Closed) Churchgate | grass pitches | 810 yd |
| Flamstead End MEADOWBANK MEADOWBANK MAYBURY AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,083 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 | 167.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.