Palace Gates Road is in London and in Haringey district. N22 7BL is located in the Alexandra Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hornsey and Wood Green. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Palace Gates Road, London, N22 7BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: N22 7XA, N22 7XB, N22 7BE, N22 7XE, N22 7XD, N22 7RS, N22 7BD, N22 7BP, N22 7BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around N22 7BL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.4% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.6% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 N22 7BL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.2% 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 | 44.1% | 48.2% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 7% | -7.5% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 0.9% | 5% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 (89.6%) 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 | 57.5% | 56.1% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 7.7% |
| Good health | 32% | 33.5% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 6.8% | 7.9% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 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.
In the area around N22 7BL this area, 8.2% 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 66.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5% | 8.2% | 3.2% | 18.2% | -10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 5.1% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.5% | 7.7% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 10.7% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 58.2% | 66.8% | 8.6% | 33.8% | 33.0% |
| Other | 7.7% | 0.5% | -7.2% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.1% 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 | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 5.3% | 0.4% | -4.9% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 5% | 4.6% | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.9% | 3.8% | -1.1% | 1.0% | 2.8% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 76.3% | 74.1% | -2.2% | 81.4% | -7.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 67.8% 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 | 72.2% | 67.8% | -4.4% | 83.2% | -15.4% |
| European Union | 12% | 14% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 7.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 3.7% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.1% | 5.4% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 70.7% | 68.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | -14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 22.1% | 20.6% | 9.8% | 12.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 6% | 3.8% | -2.2% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.4% | 5% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.4% | 0.8% | -14.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 4.2% | 0.6% | 3.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.1% | 37.2% | 10.9% |
| Christian | 29.1% | 46.2% | -17.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Muslim | 8.4% | 6.5% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Palace Gates Road was 103.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.6% higher than the Alexandra Park average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Palace Gates Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Alexandra Park and the 339th highest crime rate of 701 local areas in Haringey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 94A Palace Gates Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2023-12-08 | £601,190 |
| 62 Palace Gates Road, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £1,001,000 | 2023-11-01 | £1,019,480 |
| 102 Palace Gates Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £550,111 | 2023-07-28 | £548,454 |
| First Floor Flat, 94 Palace Gates Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2023-07-27 | £378,855 |
| 64 Palace Gates Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2022-12-05 | £609,386 |
N22 7BL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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.
N22 7BL 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 | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Information and communication | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Other | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowland Hill Nursery School White Hart Lane , Totenham N17 7LT | 4out of 4 | 2,939 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Park Nursery School and Childrens Centre Woodlands Park Road , Tottenham N15 3SD | 4out of 4 | 3,022 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret McMillan Nursery School Hornsey Rise , Islington N19 3SF | 3out of 4 | 3,228 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stroud Green Pre-School Centre Ennis Road , Stroud Green N4 3HD | - not rated | 3,955 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Islington Nursery School 110-112 Tollington Park , N4 3RB | 3out of 4 | 4,003 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School Bradley Road , Wood Green N22 7SZ | - not rated | 811 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhodes Avenue Primary School Rhodes Avenue , N22 7UT | 4out of 4 | 825 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nightingale Primary School Bounds Green Road , Wood Green N22 8ES | - not rated | 840 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Junior School Western Road , Wood Green N22 6UH | - not rated | 885 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Infant School Western Road , Wood Green N22 6UH | - not rated | 885 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heartlands High School Station Road , Wood Green N22 7ST | - not rated | 480 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heartlands High School Station Road , Wood Green N22 7ST | 3out of 4 | 480 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Park School Bidwell Gardens , N11 2AZ | 4out of 4 | 945 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Park School Bidwell Gardens , N11 2AZ | - not rated | 945 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Glendale Avenue , Wood Green N22 5HN | - not rated | 1,461 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial College London Mathematics School C/O Woodhouse College , Woodhouse Road N12 9EY | - not rated | 3,604 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | More About School | |
| Woodhouse College Woodhouse Road , N12 9EY | - not rated | 3,604 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse College Woodhouse Road , N12 9EY | - not rated | 3,604 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southgate College High Street , Southgate N14 6BS | - not rated | 3,863 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haringey Sixth Form College White Hart Lane , Tottenham N17 8HR | - not rated | 4,025 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wren Academy Finchley Hilton Avenue , North Finchley N12 9HB | 4out of 4 | 3,624 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Tottenham Ashley Road , Tottenham N17 9LN | 4out of 4 | 5,020 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beehive School Finsbury Road , Wood Green N22 8PA | - not rated | 843 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haringey Learning Partnership Commerce Road , N22 8DZ | - not rated | 853 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haringey Pupil Referral Unit Commerce Road , Wood Green N22 8DZ | - not rated | 913 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Octagon AP Academy Commerce Road , Wood Green N22 8DZ | - not rated | 913 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greek Secondary School of London 22 Trinity road , Wood Green N22 8LB | - not rated | 928 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Micky's | 5 Crescent Road | 190 yd | |
| Methi Indian Restaurant | Restaurant, 10 Palace Gates Road | 256 yd | |
| The Yard Cafe | Alexandra Palace Railway Station, Station Road | 498 yd | |
| Sunshine Caterers | Sunshine Garden Centre, Durnsford Road | 595 yd | |
| Little Dinosaurs | Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park Inn | 12 Palace Gates Road, Wood Green | 241 yd | |
| The Starting Gate | The Starting Gate Public House, Station Road | 455 yd | |
| The Prince N22 @ | Prince Of Wales, 1 Finsbury Road | 785 yd | |
| The Prince of Wales | Prince Of Wales, 1 Finsbury Road | 785 yd | |
| Our Lady of Muswell Lawn Tennis Club | Our Lady Of Muswell Lawntennis Club, Rhodes Avenue | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Padrino's | 4 Palace Gates Road | 276 yd | |
| Ohisama Sushi | 118 Alexandra Park Road, Hornsey | 897 yd | |
| Islandstyle Catering limited | 118 Alexandra Park Road, Hornsey | 897 yd | |
| Fry-Days Kitchen | 124 Alexandra Park Road, Hornsey | 897 yd | |
| Hot N Juicy Shrimp LDN | Unit 2, Guillemot Place | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vino's Food & Wine | 90 Trinity Road | 834 yd | |
| Euro Express (MGH Food Store Ltd) | 121-123 Bounds Green Road | 847 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 127-131 Bounds Green Road, Wood Green | 849 yd | |
| Mleczko Delikatesy Ltd | Unit A, Eclipse House, 35 Station Road | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Park ANDERTON COURT ANDERTON COURT ALEXANDRA PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 416 yd |
| Alexandra Palace Ice Rink Alexandra Palace | ice rinks | 596 yd |
| Heartlands High School STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 658 yd |
| Albert Road Recreation Ground RHODES AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 714 yd |
| Wood Green Common (Closed) Mayes Road | grass pitches | 751 yd |
| Laboratory Spa & Health Club (Muswell Hill) THE AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 787 yd |
| Our Lady Of Muswell Lawn Tennis Club OUR LADY OF MUSWELL LAWNTENNIS CLUB OUR LADY OF MUSWELL LAWNTENNIS CLUB RHODES AVENUE | tennis courts | 914 yd |
| Alexandra Park School BIDWELL GARDENS | health and fitness suite | 919 yd |
| Muswell Hill Golf Club RHODES AVENUE | golf | 1,001 yd |
| Zone Gym (Wood Green Gym) CYPRESS HOUSE CYPRESS HOUSE COBURG ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,066 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 | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.5% |
| 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 146 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.