Overview of N7 8QT

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Mackenzie Road is in London and in Islington district. N7 8QT is located in the Laycock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islington South and Finsbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Mackenzie Road, London, N7 8QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: N7 8QS, N7 8HD, N7 8QH, N7 8FE, N7 8RE, N7 8QR, N7 8QP, N7 8EZ, N7 8JB.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding N7 8QT has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female46.4%49%2.6% 51.0% -2.0%
Male53.6%51%-2.6% 49.0% 2.0%

Partnership Status

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 N7 8QT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 74.9% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single63.8%74.9%11.1% 37.9% 37.0%
Married: Opposite sex18.1%13.7%-4.4% 44.2% -30.5%
Married: Same sex2.1%1.6%-0.5% 0.3% 1.3%
Separated2.7%2.5%-0.2% 2.2% 0.3%
Divorced8.5%5.1%-3.4% 9.1% -4.0%
Widowed4.8%2.2%-2.6% 6.1% -3.9%

Health

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 (85.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health49.8%59.5%9.7% 48.4% 11.1%
Good health29.2%26.3%-2.9% 33.6% -7.3%
Fair health15.3%10.9%-4.4% 12.7% -1.8%
Bad health4.8%2.4%-2.4% 4.0% -1.6%
Very bad health1%0.9%-0.1% 1.2% -0.3%

Education and Qualifications

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 N7 8QT this area, 8.3% 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 68.9%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications19.7%8.3%-11.4% 18.2% -9.9%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 3.2%4.8%1.6% 9.6% -4.8%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels6.9%3.8%-3.1% 13.4% -9.6%
Apprenticeship2.7%3.2%0.5% 5.3% -2.1%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels10.1%9.8%-0.3% 16.9% -7.1%
Degree or Similar51.1%68.9%17.8% 33.8% 35.1%
Other6.4%1.3%-5.1% 2.8% -1.5%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese1%2.7%1.7% 0.7% 2.0%
Indian0%2.1%2.1% 3.1% -1.0%
Other Asian1.9%5.1%3.2% 1.6% 3.5%
Black African4.8%2.7%-2.1% 2.5% 0.2%
Black Caribbean2.9%0.9%-2.0% 1.0% -0.1%
Other Black1.4%1.5%0.1% 0.5% 1.0%
Mixed White and Asian1%1.8%0.8% 0.8% 1.0%
Mixed White and African0.5%0.3%-0.2% 0.4% -0.1%
Mixed White and Caribbean3.8%0.9%-2.9% 0.9% 0.0%
Mixed Other2.9%2.7%-0.2% 0.8% 1.9%
White77%74.4%-2.6% 81.4% -7.0%
Arab1%1.8%0.8% 0.6% 1.2%
Other1.9%3.3%1.4% 1.6% 1.7%

Country of Birth

In this area, 56.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom68.4%56.2%-12.2% 83.2% -27.0%
European Union12.9%18.9%6.0% 6.1% 12.8%
Rest of Europe1.9%2.1%0.2% 0.8% 1.3%
Africa3.3%3.6%0.3% 2.7% 0.9%
Middle East and Asia3.8%8.3%4.5% 5.6% 2.7%
The Americas and the Caribbean6.2%7.4%1.2% 1.3% 6.1%
Oceania3.3%3.6%0.3% 0.3% 3.3%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK66%56%-10.0% 83.2% -27.2%
10+ Years4.3%19.8%15.5% 9.8% 10.0%
5-10 Years6.7%10.3%3.6% 2.9% 7.4%
2-5 Years3.8%9.7%5.9% 2.2% 7.5%
Less than 2 years19.1%4.1%-15.0% 1.9% 2.2%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom64.8% 76.7% -11.9%
Ireland3.2% 0.6% 2.6%
France3.8% 0.3% 3.5%
Germany0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Italy3.2% 0.6% 2.6%
Portugal0.9% 0.5% 0.4%
Spain1.5% 0.4% 1.1%
Lithuania0.9% 0.3% 0.6%
Poland0.3% 1.3% -1.0%
Romania0.3% 0.9% -0.6%
Other EU countries4.1% 1.5% 2.6%
Other Europe1.2% 0.2% 1.0%
South and Eastern Africa0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Middle East0.6% 0.1% 0.5%
Eastern Asia0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Southern Asia0.3% 1.2% -0.9%
South-East Asia1.2% 0.2% 1.0%
North America and the Caribbean3.8% 0.3% 3.5%
Central and South America1.2% 0.2% 1.0%
Oceania3.5% 0.1% 3.4%
No passport held4.4% 13.5% -9.1%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion53.3% 37.2% 16.1%
Christian29.6% 46.2% -16.6%
Buddhist1.2% 0.5% 0.7%
Hindu1.2% 1.7% -0.5%
Jewish2.1% 0.5% 1.6%
Muslim3.6% 6.5% -2.9%
Sikh2.1% 0.9% 1.2%
Other religion0.9% 0.6% 0.3%
Not answered6.2% 6.0% 0.2%

Safety

Is Mackenzie Road dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mackenzie Road was 174.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.7% higher than the Arsenal average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.

Mackenzie Road has the 40th highest crime rate of 91 local areas in Arsenal and the 209th highest crime rate of 530 local areas in Islington .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.4%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

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.

Average Household Income
£68,700
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in N7 8QT, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Mackenzie Road are based on 104 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Islington.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Mackenzie Road, London, N7 8QT

Estimated Average Property Prices for N7 8QT

Average Price
£847,440
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£344,669
Other
£2,858,526

Estimated Average Property Prices for Mackenzie Road

Average Price
£627,932
Semi-Detached
£1,179,703
Terraced
£781,452
Detached
£719,833
Flats/Maisonettes
£453,146
Other
£1,185,014

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Mackenzie Road

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
Flat 4 Brooke Lodge, 137 - 139 Mackenzie Road, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£360,0002022-07-05 £352,552
Flat 3 Brooke Lodge, 137 - 139 Mackenzie Road, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£360,0002022-07-05 £352,552
Flat 7 Brook Lodge Mackenzie Road, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£350,0002022-04-22 £331,966
Flat 5 Brooke Lodge, 137 - 139 Mackenzie Road, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£350,0002022-04-22 £331,966
Brooke Lodge Mackenzie Road, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£2,770,0002021-06-29 £2,838,536
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for N7 8QT

Employment

N7 8QT 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee195
Self-Employed31
Retired27
Student (economically inactive)24
Part-Time Employee11
Unemployed9
Other6
Looking after home or family6
Long-Term Sick or disabled4
Full-Time Student (with or without job)3

Employment Industry

Professional, scientific and technical activities22
Information and communication18
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles14
Education14
Other12
Human health and social work activities8
Financial and insurance activities6
Construction5
Accommodation and food service activities5
Real estate activities4
Manufacturing4
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security3
Administrative and support service activities2
Transport and storage2

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Kate Greenaway Nursery School and Children's Centre
Yorkway Court , Copenhagen Street N1 0UH
4out of 4 1,653 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
North Islington Nursery School
110-112 Tollington Park , N4 3RB
3out of 4 2,083 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Margaret McMillan Nursery School
Hornsey Rise , N19 3SF
3out of 4 2,863 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Thomas Coram Centre
49 Mecklenburgh Square , WC1N 2NY
4out of 4 2,945 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Comet Nursery School and Children's Centre
20 Halcomb Street , Hoxton N1 5RF
4out of 4 3,064 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
68 Georges Road , Holloway N7 8JN
3out of 4 152 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Drayton Park Primary School
Arvon Road , N5 1PJ
3out of 4 742 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Robert Blair School
Brewery Road , Islington N7 9QJ
3out of 4 768 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Hungerford School
249 Hungerford Road , Islington N7 9LF
1out of 4 883 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Laycock Primary School
Laycock Street , Upper Street N1 1SW
3out of 4 988 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Highbury Fields School
Highbury Hill , N5 1AR
4out of 4 1,093 yd Community school No Girls More About School
Beacon High
Hilldrop Road , N7 0JG
2out of 4 1,239 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
City of London Academy Highbury Grove
8 Highbury Grove , Islington N5 2EQ
1out of 4 1,290 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
The Camden School for Girls
Sandall Road , NW5 2DB
4out of 4 1,548 yd Voluntary aided school No Girls More About School
Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School
Donegal Street , Islington N1 9QG
4out of 4 2,012 yd Community school No Girls More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The London Screen Academy
Highbury Grove , Highbury East N5 2AD
- not rated 1,364 yd Free schools 16 to 19 No Mixed More About School
WM College
44 Crowndale Road , Mill Hill Road NW1 1TR
- not rated 2,349 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Capital City College Group
211 Gray's Inn Road , WC1X 8RA
- not rated 2,754 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre)
42 - 43 Queen Square , Camden WC1N 3AQ
- not rated 3,511 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Workers' Educational Association
4 Luke Street , EC2A 4XW
- not rated 4,000 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Mary Magdalene Academy
Liverpool Road , Islington N7 8PG
3out of 4 465 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Ark King Solomon Academy
Penfold Street , NW1 6RU
4out of 4 5,342 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Dania School
St David's Church, Westbourne Road , N7 8AB
- not rated 239 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
New River College Secondary
Lough Road , N7 8RH
3out of 4 430 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
London Metropolitan University
166 - 220 Holloway Road , N7 8DB
- not rated 458 yd Higher education institutions Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Mary Magdalene Academy: the Courtyard
Holloway Road , Islington N7 8LT
3out of 4 641 yd Free schools special No Mixed More About School
The Bridge Satellite Provision
C/O the Bridge School , 251 Hungerford Road N7 9LD
- not rated 915 yd Free schools special No Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
FREIGHTLINERS FARMFREIGHTLINERS FARM, Freightliners Farm202 yd
Light Project Pro International LPILight Project Pro International LPI, The Exchange218 yd
Sexy Poodle CafeSexy Poodle Cafe, Unit 1288 yd
Victoria TavernVictoria Tavern, 203 Holloway Road318 yd
Keren View RestaurantKeren View Restaurant, Ground Floor Shop329 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Two BrewersTwo Brewers, 109-110 Roman Way366 yd
The Jolly SistersThe Jolly Sisters, 95 Bride Street402 yd
The LambThe Lamb, 54 Holloway Road478 yd
Duchess Of KentDuchess Of Kent, 441 Liverpool Road508 yd
Islington Sports Bar & GrillIslington Sports Bar & Grill, 274 Holloway Road620 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Chip InnThe Chip Inn, Ground Floor And Basement328 yd
Morley's ChickenMorley's Chicken, Shop330 yd
Green Jade Chinese Restaurant & TakeGreen Jade Chinese Restaurant & Take, 219 Holloway Road332 yd
Taste of Holloway PizzaTaste of Holloway Pizza, 183A Holloway Road336 yd
Kasey's ChickenKasey's Chicken, 223 Holloway Road337 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
TescoTesco, 5 Cottage Road332 yd
TescoTesco, Unit 5a376 yd
Sainsbury'sSainsbury's, 465B Caledonian Road393 yd
Sainsbury'sSainsbury's, 311 Holloway Road569 yd
The Co-Operative Food GroupThe Co-Operative Food Group, 54 Benwell Road590 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Paradise Park
Mackenzie Road
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches96 yd
St Davids Church Hall
ST. DAVIDS CHURCH ST. DAVIDS CHURCH WESTBOURNE ROAD
166 yd
Energie Fitness (Highbury)
LIVERPOOL ROAD
health and fitness suite267 yd
St Mary Magdalene Academy
LIVERPOOL ROAD
artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite331 yd
Better Gym Holloway
5-7 5-7 HORNSEY STREET
health and fitness suite373 yd
London Metropolitan University (North Campus Sports Centre) (Closed)
166-220 166-220 HOLLOWAY ROAD
health and fitness suite383 yd
London Metropolitan University (Holloway Campus)
Holloway Road
health and fitness suite419 yd
Arsenal Hub
BENWELL ROAD
artificial grass pitch615 yd
Islington Tennis Centre
MARKET ROAD
health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts720 yd
Highbury Leisure Centre
HIGHBURY CRESCENT
health and fitness suite, swimming pool753 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.