The Vale is in London and in Enfield district. N14 6HN is located in the Southgate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Enfield, Southgate. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Vale, London, N14 6HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: N14 6HT, N14 6AF, N14 6AN, N14 6AL, N14 6AJ, N14 6PX, N14 6AH, N14 6AE, N14 6QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around N14 6HN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.3% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.7% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 N14 6HN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.2% 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 | 32% | 33.9% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.2% | 57.2% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 13.0% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 4.6% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 50% | 51.8% | 1.8% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 35.5% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 10.8% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15% | 16.2% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 6.4% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 13.1% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.2% | 45.6% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 11.8% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.8% | -4.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 60.7% 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 | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 11.8% | 9.2% | -2.6% | 3.1% | 6.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 4.2% | 3.7% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 5.5% | 4.2% | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.6% | 3.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 66.2% | 60.7% | -5.5% | 81.4% | -20.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.1% | 9.2% | 7.1% | 1.6% | 7.6% |
In this area, 58% 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 | 63.4% | 58% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -25.2% |
| European Union | 17.3% | 21.9% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 15.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.4% | 4.7% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 3.9% |
| Africa | 7.6% | 6.6% | -1.0% | 2.7% | 3.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.6% | 7.4% | -1.2% | 5.6% | 1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61.5% | 58.2% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -25.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 31.7% | 30.1% | 9.8% | 21.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 32.5% | 3.2% | -29.3% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 6.9% | 1.5% | 5.4% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 1.1% | 13.5% | -12.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.4% | 37.2% | -17.8% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 7.3% | 1.7% | 5.6% |
| Jewish | 3.4% | 0.5% | 2.9% |
| Muslim | 8.7% | 6.5% | 2.2% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 4.5% | 0.6% | 3.9% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Vale was 63.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.0% higher than the Oakwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Vale has the 11th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Oakwood and the 344th lowest crime rate of 836 local areas in Enfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 The Vale, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,005,000 | 2023-05-16 | £1,046,658 |
| Southmead The Vale, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2016-06-07 | £951,007 |
| Harwood The Vale, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2015-08-07 | £916,723 |
| Southmead The Vale, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2009-10-30 | £881,211 |
| Delmar The Vale, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2004-06-15 | £962,734 |
N14 6HN 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.
N14 6HN 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Real estate activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampden Way Nursery School Hampden Way , Southgate N14 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 1,489 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookhill Nursery School Brookhill Road , East Barnet EN4 8SD | 4out of 4 | 3,260 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Nursery School Margaret Road , New Barnet EN4 9NT | 4out of 4 | 3,692 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowland Hill Nursery School White Hart Lane , Totenham N17 7LT | 3out of 4 | 4,541 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Grove Primary 218a Chase Road , Southgate N14 4LR | 3out of 4 | 166 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Southgate Primary School (CE) 297 Chase Road , Southgate N14 6JA | 3out of 4 | 401 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolfson Hillel Primary School 154 Chase Road , Southgate N14 4LG | 4out of 4 | 440 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Osidge Primary School Chase Side , Southgate N14 5HD | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eversley Primary School Chaseville Park Road , N21 1PD | 4out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashmole Academy Cecil Road , Southgate N14 5RJ | 4out of 4 | 1,015 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southgate School Sussex Way , Cockfosters EN4 0BL | 4out of 4 | 1,830 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highlands School 148 Worlds End Lane , N21 1QQ | 4out of 4 | 1,916 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Barnet School Chestnut Grove , East Barnet EN4 8PU | 3out of 4 | 2,496 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomfield School Wilmer Way , N14 7HY | 3out of 4 | 2,560 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhouse College Woodhouse Road , N12 9EY | - not rated | 4,537 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haringey Sixth Form College White Hart Lane , Tottenham N17 8HR | - not rated | 5,219 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edmonton County School Little Bury Street , Edmonton N9 9JZ | 3out of 4 | 3,468 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wren Academy Finchley Hilton Avenue , North Finchley N12 9HB | 4out of 4 | 4,407 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North London Hospital School Priory Hospital, Grovelands House , The Bourne N14 6RA | - not rated | 673 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salcombe Preparatory School 224-226 Chase Side , Southgate N14 4PL | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vita Et Pax School 6a Priory Close , Green Road N14 4AT | - not rated | 1,474 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keble Preparatory School Wades Hill , Winchmore Hill N21 1BG | - not rated | 1,560 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Oaktree School Chase Side , Southgate N14 4HN | 3out of 4 | 1,861 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hertfordshire Catering, Westgrove Sch Kitchen | Westgrove Primary School, Chase Road | 302 yd | |
| Fushion Lifestyle - Southgate | Southgate Leisure Centre, Winchmore Hill Road | 312 yd | |
| Tonnbo | 7 Dennis Parade, Winchmore Hill Road | 479 yd | |
| The Bourne | Church Hall, 45 The Bourne | 497 yd | |
| Zgara | 7 The Broadway, Southgate Circus | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishmongers Arms | Commercial Premises, Public House | 312 yd | |
| The Hart | 290 Chase Road, LONDON | 400 yd | |
| The Southgate Club | 17 Chase Side, LONDON | 677 yd | |
| Alan Pullinger Youth Cntr | Alan Pullinger Centre, 1 John Bradshaw Road | 700 yd | |
| The Kings Gate | 110-112 Chase Side, Southgate | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Club | 23 The Broadway, Southgate Circus | 538 yd | |
| Burger King | 6 Chase Side, LONDON | 552 yd | |
| Subway | 14 Chase Side, LONDON | 611 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 36 Chase Side, LONDON | 611 yd | |
| The Charcoal Grill | 12 Chase Side, LONDON | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 21 Winchmore Hill Road, LONDON | 344 yd | |
| Yasar Halim | Unit 2, 2-4 Winchmore Hill Road | 466 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 42-54 Chase Side, LONDON | 611 yd | |
| Asda | 130 Chase Side, LONDON | 707 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southgate Leisure Centre WINCHMORE HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 244 yd |
| Pure Gym (London Southgate) WINCHMORE HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 455 yd |
| Ivy Road Open Space GROVELANDS COURT GROVELANDS COURT CHASE ROAD | grass pitches | 486 yd |
| Brunswick Fitness Centre (Closed) 311b 311b Chase Road | health and fitness suite | 508 yd |
| Grovelands Park WYNCHGATE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 640 yd |
| Oakwood Park SHERINGHAM AVENUE | tennis courts | 669 yd |
| Oakwood Par 3 Golf Course (Closed) Prince George Avenue | golf | 699 yd |
| Barnet And Southgate College (Southgate Campus) HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 835 yd |
| Osidge Primary School CHASE SIDE | grass pitches | 1,036 yd |
| Bramley Bowls Centre Chase Side | indoor bowls, squash courts | 1,054 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 | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 188.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.