Edgwarebury Lane is in Edgware and in Barnet district. HA8 8QN is located in the Edgwarebury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hendon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Edgwarebury Lane, Edgware, HA8 8QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HA8 8QL, HA8 8QP, HA8 8QF, HA8 8QG, HA8 8QQ, HA8 8QW, HA8 8QJ, HA8 8RL, HA8 8QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HA8 8QN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 49.7% | 49.1% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50.9% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 HA8 8QN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 72% 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 | 24.5% | 22.5% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 72% | 8.1% | 44.2% | 27.8% |
| Separated | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -6.2% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 2.5% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 (90.4%) 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 | 60% | 64.7% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 16.3% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 25.7% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -7.9% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 8.2% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 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.
In the area around HA8 8QN this area, 8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 61.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.6% | 8% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 3.6% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 13.1% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 12.4% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.2% | 61.5% | 17.3% | 33.8% | 27.7% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.5% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 43.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 20% | 35.5% | 15.5% | 3.1% | 32.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 5.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 3.9% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 69.2% | 43.9% | -25.3% | 81.4% | -37.5% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Other | 0.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 65% 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 | 72.8% | 65% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -18.2% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 3.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 11.9% | 13.1% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 10.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10% | 14.9% | 4.9% | 5.6% | 9.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 70.8% | 65% | -5.8% | 83.2% | -18.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 30.6% | 28.9% | 9.8% | 20.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 23.3% | 1.5% | -21.8% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 76.7% | 15.7% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 1.2% | 13.5% | -12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 5.3% | 37.2% | -31.9% |
| Christian | 13.2% | 46.2% | -33.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 29.4% | 1.7% | 27.7% |
| Jewish | 32.1% | 0.5% | 31.6% |
| Muslim | 8.2% | 6.5% | 1.7% |
| Other religion | 5.6% | 0.6% | 5.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Edgwarebury Lane was 352.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 284.3% higher than the Edgware average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Edgwarebury Lane has the highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Edgware and the 48th highest crime rate of 1,063 local areas in Barnet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 139.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 580.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 251 Edgwarebury Lane, Edgware, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £652,000 | 2003-12-15 | £1,560,442 |
| 251 Edgwarebury Lane, Edgware, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2002-05-20 | £1,225,000 |
HA8 8QN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 26% 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.
HA8 8QN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 73 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Real estate activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadfields Primary School Roseberry Drive , HA8 8JP | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosh Pinah Primary School Glengall Road , HA8 8TE | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beit Shvidler Primary School 261 Hale Lane , HA8 8NX | 3out of 4 | 1,580 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylward Primary School Pangbourne Drive , HA7 4RE | 3out of 4 | 1,863 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre The Fairway , NW7 3HS | 3out of 4 | 1,914 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill County High School Worcester Crescent , Mill Hill NW7 4LL | 3out of 4 | 2,597 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti House School Wemborough Road , HA7 2EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,017 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yavneh College Hillside Avenue , WD6 1HL | 4out of 4 | 3,216 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Canons High School Shaldon Road , HA8 6AN | 2out of 4 | 3,629 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park High School Thistlecroft Gardens , HA7 1PL | 4out of 4 | 3,869 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 | 2,909 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 | 847 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosh Pinah Additional Resource Provision Rosh Pinah Primary School, Glengall Road , HA8 8TE | - not rated | 894 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holland House School 1 Broadhurst Avenue , HA8 8TP | - not rated | 1,081 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgware Jewish Girls - Beis Chinuch 296 Hale Lane , HA8 8NP | - not rated | 1,639 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Northway School The Fairway , Mill Hill NW7 3HS | 4out of 4 | 1,809 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tashbar of Edgware Mowbray Road , HA8 8JL | - not rated | 1,969 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yakov's Kitchen | 9 Glengall Road, Edgware | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peking Chef | Broadfields Parade, Glengall Road, Edgware | 857 yd | |
| The Lost Jungle Ltd | Adventure Golf Course, Edgware Way, Edgware | 923 yd | |
| Cakes By Aida | 48 Glengall Road, Edgware | 924 yd | |
| Base Pizza | 66 Edgware Way, Edgware | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Sparrow House, 5 Glengall Road, Edgware | 812 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edgwarebury Park Edgwarebury Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 279 yd |
| Broadfields Primary School ROSEBERRY DRIVE | grass pitches | 531 yd |
| Edgware Berry Golf Course (Closed) Edgware Way | golf | 922 yd |
| London Academy SPUR ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,003 yd |
| The Edgware (Closed) Green Lane | grass pitches | 1,034 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.