Cromwell Avenue is in London and in Haringey district. N6 5XG is located in the Highgate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hornsey and Wood Green. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cromwell Avenue, London, N6 5XG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: N6 5HS, N6 5LF, N6 5LZ, N6 5HE, N6 5HQ, N6 5LL, N6 5LE, N6 5HR, N6 5LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding N6 5XG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 50% | 48.9% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 50% | 51.1% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 N6 5XG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% 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 | 51.8% | 45.5% | -6.3% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.1% | 43.8% | 6.7% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 5.8% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
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 (93.7%) 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 | 66.5% | 62.6% | -3.9% | 48.4% | 14.2% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 31.1% | 5.7% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 5.1% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -7.6% |
| Bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 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 N6 5XG this area, 3.9% 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 79.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 2.2% | 3.9% | 1.7% | 18.2% | -14.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -9.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.6% | 6.1% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 9.6% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -7.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 72.8% | 79.8% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 46.0% |
| Other | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 4% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 3.2% |
| White | 88.4% | 81% | -7.4% | 81.4% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 70.5% 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 | 76.1% | 70.5% | -5.6% | 83.2% | -12.7% |
| European Union | 10.2% | 17.3% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 11.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 4.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6% | 4.1% | -1.9% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 75.4% | 70.5% | -4.9% | 83.2% | -12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 18.5% | 17.1% | 9.8% | 8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.9% | 7% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.9% | 3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.4% | 1.1% | -12.3% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| France | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Germany | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 1.8% | 13.5% | -11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 4.4% | 0.5% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cromwell Avenue was 308.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 212.6% higher than the Highgate average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cromwell Avenue has the 3rd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Highgate and the 63rd highest crime rate of 719 local areas in Haringey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 105.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 15 Cloisters Court, 77 Cromwell Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £745,000 | 2024-06-26 | £787,095 |
| Flat 12A Cloisters Court, 77 Cromwell Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,215,000 | 2023-07-31 | £1,208,901 |
| Flat 8 Cloisters Court, 77 Cromwell Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2022-05-11 | £786,180 |
| Flat 14 Cloisters Court, 77 Cromwell Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,300,000 | 2021-06-24 | £1,379,336 |
| Flat 2 Cloisters Court, 77 Cromwell Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2020-10-01 | £492,545 |
N6 5XG 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.
N6 5XG 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 | 105 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 41 |
| Information and communication | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Margaret McMillan Nursery School Hornsey Rise , N19 3SF | 3out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Islington Nursery School 110-112 Tollington Park , N4 3RB | 3out of 4 | 2,302 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 | 3,914 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kate Greenaway Nursery School and Children's Centre Yorkway Court , Copenhagen Street N1 0UH | 4out of 4 | 4,445 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Highgate Hill , Highgate N19 5NE | 4out of 4 | 219 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School North Road , Highgate N6 4BG | 3out of 4 | 732 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hargrave Park Primary School 51 Bredgar Road , N19 5BS | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehall Park School 106 Hornsey Lane , N6 5EP | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Primary School Chester Road , N19 5DH | 3out of 4 | 799 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Aloysius RC College Hornsey Lane , Highgate N6 5LY | 2out of 4 | 347 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| City of London Academy, Highgate Hill Holland Walk, Duncombe Road , Archway N19 3EU | 3out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| La Sainte Union Catholic Secondary School Highgate Road , NW5 1RP | 3out of 4 | 1,308 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Parliament Hill School Highgate Road , NW5 1RL | 3out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| William Ellis School Highgate Road , NW5 1RN | 3out of 4 | 1,496 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The London Screen Academy Highbury Grove , Highbury East N5 2AD | - not rated | 4,026 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| WM College 44 Crowndale Road , Mill Hill Road NW1 1TR | - not rated | 4,268 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse College Woodhouse Road , N12 9EY | - not rated | 5,382 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalene Academy Liverpool Road , Islington N7 8PG | 3out of 4 | 3,746 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Channing School The Bank , N6 5HF | - not rated | 64 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Odyssey House School 2c Northwood Road , London N6 5TN | - not rated | 501 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highgate School North Road , Highgate N6 4AY | - not rated | 520 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New River College Medical Ifor Ward , Highgate Hill N19 5NF | 4out of 4 | 569 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Avenue Pre-Preparatory School and Nursery 2 Highgate Avenue , Highgate N6 5RX | - not rated | 731 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brendan The Navigator | Brendan The Navigator, 90 Highgate Hill | 57 yd | |
| Lauderdale House | Lauderdale House, Highgate Hill | 126 yd | |
| Archie's Café, Bar and Grill | Archie's Café, Bar and Grill, Ground Floor | 285 yd | |
| Fabrizio | Fabrizio, Ground Floor | 291 yd | |
| Sushi Wa | Sushi Wa, 28-30 Montdore House | 308 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dukes Head | Dukes Head, 16 Highgate High Street | 387 yd | |
| The Charlotte Despard | The Charlotte Despard, Ground Floor | 411 yd | |
| The Angel Inn | 37 Highgate High Street | 458 yd | |
| Winchester Hall Tavern | 206 Archway Road, Hornsey | 486 yd | |
| Whittington Stone | Whittington Stone, 53 Highgate Hill | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Impasto | Unit 1, 171 Archway Road | 414 yd | |
| Sushi Handroll | 190 Archway Road | 428 yd | |
| Turquoise Kitchen Highgate | 6 South Grove | 483 yd | |
| Cocoro Highgate | 232 Archway Road | 589 yd | |
| Bottle | 69 Highgate High Street | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 32-34 Highgate High Street, Hornsey | 384 yd | |
| Co-op | 191-201 Archway Road, Hornsey | 508 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 260-268 Archway Road, Hornsey | 594 yd | |
| Whitehall Wines | Whitehall Wines, Ground Floor | 673 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food group | The Co-Operative Food group, 15-19 Junction Road | 778 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lauderdale House LAUDERDALE HOUSE LAUDERDALE HOUSE HIGHGATE HILL | 127 yd | |
| Channing School HIGHGATE HILL | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 198 yd |
| St Aloysius College HORNSEY LANE | 234 yd | |
| Waterlow Park WATERLOW PARK CENTRE WATERLOW PARK CENTRE DARTMOUTH PARK HILL | tennis courts | 262 yd |
| Archway Leisure Centre MACDONALD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 653 yd |
| Dowe Dynamics Gym & Fitness Shop ARCHWAY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 710 yd |
| Caxton House CAXTON HOUSE CAXTON HOUSE ST. JOHN'S WAY | 839 yd | |
| Highgate Newtown Community Centre Sports Hall BERTRAM STREET | health and fitness suite | 842 yd |
| Jackson'S Lane Community Centre 269A 269A ARCHWAY ROAD | 894 yd | |
| St Martins College (Closed) Elthorne Road | 902 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.