Rectory Lane is in Edgware and in Barnet district. HA8 7LF is located in the Edgware electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hendon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rectory Lane, Edgware, HA8 7LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HA8 7JH, HA8 7JQ, HA8 7AG, HA8 7JG, HA8 7LS, HA8 7LZ, HA8 7LU, HA8 7LY, HA8 7NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HA8 7LF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51.2% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51% | 48.8% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around HA8 7LF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.7% | 46.8% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 40.5% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 5.2% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (85.3%) 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 | 44.6% | 46.3% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 39% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 11.2% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 4% | 1.5% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 20.4% | 27.2% | 6.8% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 11% | 0.1% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 13.3% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.2% | 37% | -2.2% | 33.8% | 3.2% |
| Other | 8.9% | 1.7% | -7.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 55.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 13.4% | 17.6% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 14.5% |
| Pakistani | 5.2% | 4.9% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Other Asian | 7.6% | 2.9% | -4.7% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 8.6% | 1.5% | -7.1% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 53.6% | 55.9% | 2.3% | 81.4% | -25.5% |
| Arab | 2.6% | 5.9% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% |
| Other | 1.6% | 5.9% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 4.3% |
In this area, just 42.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.6% | 42.9% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -40.3% |
| European Union | 13.4% | 28.3% | 14.9% | 6.1% | 22.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 12% | 9.3% | -2.7% | 2.7% | 6.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 20.8% | 17.1% | -3.7% | 5.6% | 11.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 42.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 34.5% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 50% | 43.3% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -39.9% |
| 10+ Years | 6.2% | 34.5% | 28.3% | 9.8% | 24.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 9% | 11.8% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 8.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 11.4% | 8.4% | -3.0% | 2.2% | 6.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 23.4% | 2% | -21.4% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.9% | 76.7% | -17.8% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 21.3% | 0.9% | 20.4% |
| Other EU countries | 4% | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 7.3% | 37.2% | -29.9% |
| Christian | 34.6% | 46.2% | -11.6% |
| Hindu | 11.2% | 1.7% | 9.5% |
| Jewish | 14.6% | 0.5% | 14.1% |
| Muslim | 15.1% | 6.5% | 8.6% |
| Other religion | 6.8% | 0.6% | 6.2% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Lane was 186.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.6% higher than the Burnt Oak average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rectory Lane has the 12th highest crime rate of 105 local areas in Burnt Oak and the 114th highest crime rate of 1,063 local areas in Barnet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Rectory Lane, Edgware, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2001-08-14 | £1,001,815 |
HA8 7LF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Education | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Other | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgware Primary School Heming Road , HA8 9AB | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beit Shvidler Primary School 261 Hale Lane , HA8 8NX | 3out of 4 | 717 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watling Park School Pavilion Way , Burnt Oak HA8 9YA | 3out of 4 | 1,057 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Krishna Avanti Primary School Camrose Avenue , HA8 6ES | 3out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Menorah Foundation School 2-8 Abbots Road , HA8 0QS | 3out of 4 | 1,338 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canons High School Shaldon Road , HA8 6AN | 2out of 4 | 1,882 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti House School Wemborough Road , HA7 2EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,014 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park High School Thistlecroft Gardens , HA7 1PL | 4out of 4 | 2,469 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saracens High School Lanacre Avenue , Colindale NW9 5FN | - not rated | 2,912 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsbury High School Princes Avenue , Kingsbury NW9 9JR | 3out of 4 | 2,971 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanmore College Elm Park , HA7 4BQ | - not rated | 2,413 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Academy Spur Road , HA8 8DE | 3out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's and St John's CofE School Bennett House , Sunningfields Road NW4 4QR | 3out of 4 | 4,824 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars School Whitefriars Avenue , Wealdstone HA3 5RQ | 4out of 4 | 5,066 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tashbar of Edgware Mowbray Road , HA8 8JL | - not rated | 229 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Edgware Jewish Girls - Beis Chinuch 296 Hale Lane , HA8 8NP | - not rated | 399 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Holland House School 1 Broadhurst Avenue , HA8 8TP | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate School Edgware Community Hospital , Burnt Oak Broadway HA8 0AD | 4out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Northgate School Edgware Community Hospital , Burnt Oak Broadway HA8 0AD | - not rated | 1,121 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nando's | 137 Station Road, Edgware | 61 yd | |
| Creams Cafe | 79 Station Road, Edgware | 61 yd | |
| KFC | 138 Station Road, Edgware | 107 yd | |
| Zareen Event | Charter House, 158 Station Road, Edgware | 118 yd | |
| Cafe Olive | Station Forecourt, Station Road, Edgware | 118 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Three Wishes | The Three Wishes, 122 High Street, Edgware | 313 yd | |
| The VIP Lounge | 47A High Street, Edgware | 445 yd | |
| Edgware Ex-Servicemans Club | Ex Servicemans Club, 303 Burnt Oak Broadway | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Palace | 136 Station Road, Edgware | 106 yd | |
| Curry Centre | The Quadrant, Manor Park Crescent, Edgware | 108 yd | |
| Mooboo | 63 Station Road, Edgware | 117 yd | |
| The Green Man | 214 Station Road, Edgware | 166 yd | |
| Safa Grill Chicken | 19 Station Road, Edgware | 219 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express Food & Wine | 135 Station Road, Edgware | 61 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Broadwalk Shopping Centre, Station Road, Edgware | 115 yd | |
| Poundland | Broadwalk Shopping Centre, Station Road, Edgware | 115 yd | |
| Mir Food Centre 2 | 128 Station Road, Edgware | 150 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 296 Hale Lane, Edgware | 398 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (London Edgware) CENTURION HOUSE CENTURION HOUSE STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 53 yd |
| Edgware Primary School HEMING ROAD | grass pitches | 432 yd |
| Stonegrove Park PARK GROVE | tennis courts | 550 yd |
| White Lion Ground (Closed) Burnt Oak Broadway | grass pitches | 678 yd |
| The Drive Tennis Club 59A 59A THE DRIVE | tennis courts | 735 yd |
| Intensity Gym Burnt Oak Broadway | health and fitness suite | 765 yd |
| Body Talk (Closed) Burnt Oak Broadway | health and fitness suite | 1,033 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.