The Chine is in London and in Enfield district. N21 2ED is located in the Grange Park 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 Chine, London, N21 2ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: N21 2EE, N21 2ET, N21 2ES, N21 2HJ, N21 2HA, N21 2HG, N21 2EY, N21 2HB, N21 2EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding N21 2ED has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 49.8% | 49.5% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50.5% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 N21 2ED there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63% 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 | 23.7% | 26.2% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 63% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 18.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 4.3% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 6% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (88.8%) 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 | 55.8% | 60.8% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 12.4% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 28% | -6.8% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 9% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 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.
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 47.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.3% | 10.2% | -0.1% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 6.3% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 15.9% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 15.6% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 47% | 47.4% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.4% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72% 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 | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 7% | 8.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | 5.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 82% | 72% | -10.0% | 81.4% | -9.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 1.5% | 5% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
In this area, 80% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 80% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -3.2% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 6.8% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 7.3% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.8% | 80.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | -2.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 18.5% | 17.2% | 9.8% | 8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.3% | 0% | -14.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 76.7% | 16.0% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 1.7% | 13.5% | -11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.7% | 37.2% | -14.5% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Jewish | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 6.2% | 6.5% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Chine was 35.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.1% lower than the Bush Hill Park average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
The Chine has the 36th lowest crime rate of 124 local areas in Bush Hill Park and the 164th lowest crime rate of 836 local areas in Enfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42B The Chine, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £504,000 | 2024-11-20 | £504,000 |
| 62 The Chine, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,700,000 | 2024-02-29 | £1,788,912 |
| 64 The Chine, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,275,000 | 2023-12-15 | £1,315,538 |
| 44 The Chine, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £15,192 | 2022-02-25 | £15,254 |
| 32 The Chine, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,130,000 | 2021-09-15 | £1,226,404 |
N21 2ED 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.
N21 2ED area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Self-Employed | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 3,776 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowland Hill Nursery School White Hart Lane , Totenham N17 7LT | 3out of 4 | 4,656 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookhill Nursery School Brookhill Road , East Barnet EN4 8SD | 4out of 4 | 5,168 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Park Primary School World's End Lane , Winchmore Hill N21 1PP | 3out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Ringwood Way , Winchmore Hill N21 2RA | 4out of 4 | 1,151 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eversley Primary School Chaseville Park Road , N21 1PD | 4out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merryhills Primary School Bincote Road , EN2 7RE | 3out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Primary School Highfield Road , N21 3HE | 4out of 4 | 1,770 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands School 148 Worlds End Lane , N21 1QQ | 4out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Enfield Grammar School Market Place , EN2 6LN | 3out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Enfield County School for Girls Holly Walk , EN2 6QG | 4out of 4 | 1,553 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Winchmore School Laburnum Grove , Winchmore Hill N21 3HS | 3out of 4 | 1,925 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chace Community School Churchbury Lane , EN1 3HQ | 2out of 4 | 2,506 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haringey Sixth Form College White Hart Lane , Tottenham N17 8HR | - not rated | 4,852 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Capel Manor College Bullsmoor Lane , EN1 4RQ | - not rated | 5,262 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London Academy of Excellence Tottenham Lilywhite House , 780 High Road N17 0BX | - not rated | 5,285 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | 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 | 1,915 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| One Degree Academy Chace Village Road , EN2 8FU | 4out of 4 | 3,415 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Hadley 143 South Street , EN3 4PX | 3out of 4 | 4,385 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark John Keats Academy Bell Lane , EN3 5PA | 4out of 4 | 5,212 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Park Preparatory School 13 The Chine , Grange Park N21 2EA | - not rated | 397 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keble Preparatory School Wades Hill , Winchmore Hill N21 1BG | - not rated | 1,146 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Silverways School St Andrews Parish Centre, Silver Street , EN1 3EG | - not rated | 1,551 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North London Hospital School Priory Hospital, Grovelands House , The Bourne N14 6RA | - not rated | 2,228 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Palmers Green High School 104 Hoppers Road , N21 3LJ | - not rated | 2,256 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange | 23 The Grangeway, LONDON | 238 yd | |
| Inspired Learning Group | Grange Park Prep School, 13 The Chine | 307 yd | |
| Cooking Champions CIC | St Peters Church, Vera Avenue | 483 yd | |
| Enfield Golf Club Ltd | Enfield Golf Club, Old Park Road South | 969 yd | |
| Limes Cafe/Limes Taverna | 884 Green Lanes, LONDON | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gryphon | Public House, 9 Vera Avenue | 297 yd | |
| Bush Hill Park Golf Club 1895 Limited | Bush Hill Park Golf Club, Bush Hill | 306 yd | |
| Vicars Moor Lawn Tennis Club | Sherbrook Gardens, LONDON | 903 yd | |
| The Little Green Dragon Enfield | 928 Green Lanes, LONDON | 946 yd | |
| Winchmore Sports Lounge | Red Ridge Club, Bridge Gate Mews | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Park Tandoori | 21 The Grangeway, LONDON | 238 yd | |
| coffee@cal's | Grange Park Railway Station, Railway Station | 278 yd | |
| The Luncharian | 7 Vera Avenue, LONDON | 297 yd | |
| Hot Wok Express | 934 Green Lanes, LONDON | 934 yd | |
| Tessa's Caribbean cuisine | 1B Vicars Moor Lane, LONDON | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 889 Green Lanes, LONDON | 993 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 5 Clock Parade, London Road | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bush Hill Park Golf Club BUSH HILL | golf | 440 yd |
| Hazelwood Sports Club RIDGE AVENUE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 856 yd |
| Vicars Moor Lawn Tennis Club SHERBROOK GARDENS | tennis courts | 914 yd |
| Townpark Playing Fields ESSEX ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 937 yd |
| Enfield Golf Club Limited ENFIELD GOLF CLUB ENFIELD GOLF CLUB OLD PARK ROAD SOUTH | golf | 986 yd |
| Middlesex University (World Ends Lane Sports Ground) GREEN DRAGON LANE | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 268.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.