Springwood Crescent is in Edgware and in Barnet district. HA8 8SF is located in the Edgwarebury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hendon. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Springwood Crescent, Edgware, HA8 8SF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HA8 8YZ, HA8 8SD, HA8 8SE, HA8 8SG, HA8 8FT, HA8 8FH, HA8 8SQ, HA8 8FW, HA8 8XJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HA8 8SF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 51.1% | 48.3% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 48.9% | 51.7% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 51.1% | 37.6% | -13.5% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 38% | 3.5% | 44.2% | -6.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 15.2% | 13.3% | 2.2% | 13.0% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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 | 52.3% | 51.4% | -0.9% | 48.4% | 3.0% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 27.3% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -6.3% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 13.4% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 6.3% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17% | 16.7% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 9.5% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 12.5% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 15.2% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.6% | 38% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 4.2% |
| Other | 12.1% | 4.9% | -7.2% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 46.9% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 12.9% | 5.6% | -7.3% | 1.6% | 4.0% |
| Black African | 19.1% | 16.2% | -2.9% | 2.5% | 13.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.4% | 1.7% | -1.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 48.3% | 46.9% | -1.4% | 81.4% | -34.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 5.6% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 5.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
In this area, just 44.4% 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 | 46.8% | 44.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | -38.8% |
| European Union | 15.7% | 19.8% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 13.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 4.3% | 4.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 3.7% |
| Africa | 18.8% | 15% | -3.8% | 2.7% | 12.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.3% | 14.7% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 9.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 44.4% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 33.3% 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 | 46.5% | 44.4% | -2.1% | 83.2% | -38.8% |
| 10+ Years | 6.5% | 33.3% | 26.8% | 9.8% | 23.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 11.7% | 11.6% | -0.1% | 2.9% | 8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.5% | 4.2% | -6.3% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 24.9% | 6.5% | -18.4% | 1.9% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.4% | 76.7% | -19.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 4% | 0.5% | 3.5% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 11.1% | 0.9% | 10.2% |
| Other EU countries | 5.7% | 1.5% | 4.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 4.5% | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 12.5% | 37.2% | -24.7% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Jewish | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 14% | 6.5% | 7.5% |
| Not answered | 11.4% | 6.0% | 5.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Springwood Crescent was 312.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 239.7% higher than the Edgware average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Springwood Crescent has the 2nd highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Edgware and the 58th highest crime rate of 1,063 local areas in Barnet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Springwood Crescent, Edgware, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-08-04 | £258,393 |
| 68 Springwood Crescent, Edgware, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-09-09 | £206,319 |
| 66 Springwood Crescent, Edgware, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-06-10 | £188,388 |
| 67 Springwood Crescent, Edgware, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-05-18 | £200,644 |
| 88 Springwood Crescent, Edgware, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-03-12 | £184,605 |
HA8 8SF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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 | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 380 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosh Pinah Primary School Glengall Road , HA8 8TE | 3out of 4 | 530 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre The Fairway , NW7 3HS | 3out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtland School Courtland Avenue , Mill Hill NW7 3BG | 4out of 4 | 1,358 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beit Shvidler Primary School 261 Hale Lane , HA8 8NX | 3out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,644 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yavneh College Hillside Avenue , WD6 1HL | 4out of 4 | 2,786 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elstree Screen Arts Academy Studio Way , Elstree WD6 5NN | 2out of 4 | 3,605 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti House School Wemborough Road , HA7 2EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,814 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copthall School Pursley Road , Mill Hill NW7 2EP | 3out of 4 | 3,905 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanmore College Elm Park , HA7 4BQ | - not rated | 3,824 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 | 1,717 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 | 589 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northway School The Fairway , Mill Hill NW7 3HS | 4out of 4 | 965 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holland House School 1 Broadhurst Avenue , HA8 8TP | - not rated | 1,191 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgware Jewish Girls - Beis Chinuch 296 Hale Lane , HA8 8NP | - not rated | 1,858 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Tashbar of Edgware Mowbray Road , HA8 8JL | - not rated | 2,398 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coco Di Mama @Ramada Hotel | London Gateway Service Area, M1 London Gateway Services Junction 3 From Junction 2 Off Slip, London | 212 yd | |
| Burger King | London Gateway Service Area, M1 London Gateway Services Junction 3 From Junction 2 Off Slip, London | 212 yd | |
| Yakov's Kitchen | 9 Glengall Road, Edgware | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | London Gateway Service Area, M1 London Gateway Services Junction 3 From Junction 2 Off Slip, London | 212 yd | |
| Peking Chef | Broadfields Parade, Glengall Road, Edgware | 548 yd | |
| Cakes By Aida | 48 Glengall Road, Edgware | 570 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | London Gateway Service Area, M1 London Gateway Services Junction 3 From Junction 2 Off Slip, London | 212 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Sparrow House, 5 Glengall Road, Edgware | 556 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Broadfields Primary School ROSEBERRY DRIVE | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Northway School (Closed) The Fairway | grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Northway Primary School THE FAIRWAY | swimming pool | 948 yd |
| Fairway Primary School (Closed) The Fairway | grass pitches | 948 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.