Rochford Avenue is in Waltham Abbey and in Epping Forest district. EN9 1SE is located in the Waltham Abbey West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Epping Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rochford Avenue, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1SE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN9 1SJ, EN9 1SH, EN9 1SG, EN9 1SQ, EN9 1SF, EN9 1SL, EN9 1SR, EN9 1XA, EN9 1SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EN9 1SE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 54.2% | 4.9% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 50.7% | 45.8% | -4.9% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
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 EN9 1SE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% 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 | 24.9% | 23.2% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.5% | 55.5% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 9.1% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 8.5% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 49.3% | 41.2% | -8.1% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 40.7% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 7.1% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 13% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.7% | 21.2% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 15.8% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 11.5% | -10.0% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 9.1% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 16.4% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.2% | 21.2% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.8% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.2% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 2.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.6% | 83.2% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.8% | 93.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 93.3% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 6.1% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 76.7% | 15.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.3% | 37.2% | -10.9% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rochford Avenue was 60.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.9% lower than the Waltham Abbey North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rochford Avenue has the 25th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Waltham Abbey North and the 170th highest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Rochford Avenue, Waltham Abbey, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-02-09 | £455,216 |
| 44 Rochford Avenue, Waltham Abbey, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-05-07 | £473,131 |
| 5 Rochford Avenue, Waltham Abbey, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2021-02-22 | £303,280 |
| 23 Rochford Avenue, Waltham Abbey, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2020-07-01 | £345,078 |
| 24 Rochford Avenue, Waltham Abbey, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2020-04-30 | £471,700 |
EN9 1SE 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 EN9 1SE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield Nursery School Hurst Drive , EN8 8DH | 3out of 4 | 3,471 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arlesdene Nursery School and Pre-School Blindman's Lane , Cheshunt EN8 9DW | 4out of 4 | 4,114 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy Quendon Drive , EN9 1LG | - not rated | 483 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leverton Primary School Honey Lane , EN9 3BE | 3out of 4 | 962 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillhouse CofE Primary School Ninefields Estate , EN9 3EL | 3out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holdbrook Primary School and Nursery Longcroft Drive , EN8 7QG | 2out of 4 | 2,042 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upshire Primary Foundation School Upshire Road , Upshire EN9 3PX | 3out of 4 | 2,225 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Harold Business & Enterprise Academy Broomstick Hall Road , EN9 1LF | 3out of 4 | 802 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Enfield Kinetic Crescent , Innova Park EN3 7XH | 3out of 4 | 2,702 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lea Valley Academy Bullsmoor Lane , EN3 6TW | 3out of 4 | 3,715 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haileybury Turnford Mill Lane , Cheshunt EN8 0JU | 2out of 4 | 4,038 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goffs - Churchgate Academy College Road , Cheshunt EN8 9LY | 2out of 4 | 4,341 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 | 4,842 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 | 4,030 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freshsteps Independent school Innova House , Kenetic Crescent EN3 7XH | - not rated | 2,633 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fern House School Chesterfield Primary School , EN3 6BG | 1out of 4 | 3,387 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durants School 4 Pitfield Way , EN3 5BY | 3out of 4 | 4,840 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchardside School 230 Bullsmoor Lane , EN1 4RL | 2out of 4 | 4,846 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Applied Educational Solutions 10 Central Parade , Green Street EN3 7HG | - not rated | 5,215 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lea Valley Church | Monkswood Avenue, Waltham Abbey | 415 yd | |
| greengold | Greengold Unit 10, Abbey Farm | 435 yd | |
| Duckski Hot Honey | 16 Stonyshotts, Waltham Abbey | 528 yd | |
| Cater2youcaribbeanmeals | 6-7 Foxes Parade, Sewardstone Road | 552 yd | |
| Pink Zebra | 6-7 Foxes Parade, Sewardstone Road | 552 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macs Sports and Social Bar | 42 Farm Hill Road, Waltham Abbey | 207 yd | |
| Waltham Holy Cross Conservative Club | 35 Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey | 275 yd | |
| Waltham Abbey Football Club | Capershotts, Sewardstone Road | 396 yd | |
| The Sultan | The Sultan PH, Sewardstone Road | 518 yd | |
| The Angel Public House | 48 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figo's Fish & Chips | 74 Roundhills, Waltham Abbey | 198 yd | |
| Waltham Abbey Fish Bar | 5 Sewardstone Road, Waltham Abbey | 517 yd | |
| Ting Tong Thai Cafe | 1 Darby Drive, Waltham Abbey | 690 yd | |
| Pizza Tup | 3 Market Square, Waltham Abbey | 843 yd | |
| Market Kebab | 19 Market Square, Waltham Abbey | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Lidl, 118-126 Cartersfield Road | 758 yd | |
| Co-op | 7-9 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey | 760 yd | |
| Yo! To Go Waltham Abbey | Tesco Stores Limited, Sewardstone Road | 920 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Limited, Sewardstone Road | 920 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Larsens Recreation Ground ROUNDHILLS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 116 yd |
| Waltham Abbey Fc (Capershotts) CAPERSHOTTS CAPERSHOTTS SEWARDSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 318 yd |
| Waltham Abbey Swimming Pool (Closed) ROUNDHILLS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 462 yd |
| Lodge Lane Playing Field Roundhills | grass pitches | 649 yd |
| King Harold Business And Enterprise Academy BROOMSTICK HALL ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 747 yd |
| Waltham Abbey Leisure Centre 19 HILL HOUSE 19 HILL HOUSE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 931 yd |
| Krunch Gym Ability House Ability House Brooker Road | health and fitness suite | 958 yd |
| Ninefields Playing Fields WALHAM ABBEY TOWN COUNCIL CLUBHOUSE WALHAM ABBEY TOWN COUNCIL CLUBHOUSE HILLHOUSE | grass pitches | 1,010 yd |
| Townmead Leisure Park MEAD COURT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,067 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 | 237.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.