Honey Lane is in Waltham Abbey and in Epping Forest district. EN9 3AU is located in the Waltham Abbey North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Epping Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EN9 3BL, EN9 3BJ, EN9 3DJ, EN9 3EU, EN9 3EX, EN9 3BQ, EN9 3BN, EN9 3DH, EN9 3ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding EN9 3AU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 49.8% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.9% | 50.2% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 3AU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.8% 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 | 25.2% | 24% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 53.8% | 4.2% | 44.2% | 9.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7.6% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 14% | 11.1% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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%) 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 | 40.4% | 48.9% | 8.5% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 37.1% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 10.7% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38% | 26.2% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 10.2% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.2% | 11.1% | 1.9% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 3.6% | -3.6% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 20% | 11.6% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 26.2% | 10.2% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 6.4% | 2.7% | -3.7% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.3% | 88.1% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 6.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.4% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 94% | 91.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.8% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 90.8% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.2% | 9.2% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Honey Lane was 48.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.4% lower than the Waltham Abbey North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Honey Lane has the 18th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Waltham Abbey North and the 167th lowest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2024-05-31 | £487,942 |
| 101A Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2023-10-03 | £543,210 |
| 101A Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2021-10-25 | £516,844 |
| 93 Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2021-05-07 | £567,758 |
| 109 Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2021-04-28 | £657,562 |
EN9 3AU 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 EN9 3AU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 4,025 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 | 4,613 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leverton Primary School Honey Lane , EN9 3BE | 3out of 4 | 446 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillhouse CofE Primary School Ninefields Estate , EN9 3EL | 3out of 4 | 695 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy Quendon Drive , EN9 1LG | - not rated | 809 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upshire Primary Foundation School Upshire Road , Upshire EN9 3PX | 3out of 4 | 1,701 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holdbrook Primary School and Nursery Longcroft Drive , EN8 7QG | 2out of 4 | 2,595 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 531 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Enfield Kinetic Crescent , Innova Park EN3 7XH | 3out of 4 | 3,160 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lea Valley Academy Bullsmoor Lane , EN3 6TW | 3out of 4 | 4,259 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haileybury Turnford Mill Lane , Cheshunt EN8 0JU | 2out of 4 | 4,431 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goffs - Churchgate Academy College Road , Cheshunt EN8 9LY | 2out of 4 | 4,864 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 | 5,388 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 | 4,469 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 | 3,091 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fern House School Chesterfield Primary School , EN3 6BG | 1out of 4 | 3,844 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft School Whitakers Way , Baldwins Hill IG10 1SQ | - not rated | 4,913 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durants School 4 Pitfield Way , EN3 5BY | 3out of 4 | 5,290 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchardside School 230 Bullsmoor Lane , EN1 4RL | 2out of 4 | 5,387 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duckski Hot Honey | 16 Stonyshotts, Waltham Abbey | 151 yd | |
| Jessopp Court | Shernbroke Road, Waltham Abbey | 234 yd | |
| ABM Catering | Leverton Primary School, Honey Lane | 467 yd | |
| Places for People Lesiure Ltd | Waltham Abbey Leisure Centre, 19 Hillhouse | 508 yd | |
| The Pizza & Kebab House | 6 Hillhouse, Waltham Abbey | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham Holy Cross Conservative Club | 35 Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey | 388 yd | |
| Macs Sports and Social Bar | 42 Farm Hill Road, Waltham Abbey | 655 yd | |
| The Queens Head | 60 Paternoster Hill, Waltham Abbey | 818 yd | |
| Waltham Abbey Football Club | Capershotts, Sewardstone Road | 821 yd | |
| The Sultan | The Sultan PH, Sewardstone Road | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Figo's Fish & Chips | 74 Roundhills, Waltham Abbey | 490 yd | |
| Ninefields Fish bar | 11 Hillhouse, Waltham Abbey | 508 yd | |
| Waltham Abbey Fish Bar | 5 Sewardstone Road, Waltham Abbey | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waltham Abbey Leisure Centre 19 HILL HOUSE 19 HILL HOUSE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 406 yd |
| Larsens Recreation Ground ROUNDHILLS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 463 yd |
| Ninefields Playing Fields WALHAM ABBEY TOWN COUNCIL CLUBHOUSE WALHAM ABBEY TOWN COUNCIL CLUBHOUSE HILLHOUSE | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Lodge Lane Playing Field Roundhills | grass pitches | 538 yd |
| King Harold Business And Enterprise Academy BROOMSTICK HALL ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 583 yd |
| Waltham Abbey Swimming Pool (Closed) ROUNDHILLS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 747 yd |
| Waltham Abbey Fc (Capershotts) CAPERSHOTTS CAPERSHOTTS SEWARDSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Marriott Leisure Club (Waltham Abbey) OLD SHIRE LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,044 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.