New River Avenue is in London and in Haringey district. N8 7QE is located in the Hornsey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hornsey and Wood Green. This postcode has been in use since 2004-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about New River Avenue, London, N8 7QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: N8 7QF, N8 7QD, N8 7SA, N8 7RF, N8 7FD, N8 7QG, N8 7FH, N8 7FJ, N8 7RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding N8 7QE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 47.7% | 48.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 52.3% | 51.3% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around N8 7QE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 67.1% 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 | 62.1% | 67.1% | 5.0% | 37.9% | 29.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.5% | 23.9% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -20.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 0.8% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 6.3% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 (94.6%) 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 | 57.9% | 60.1% | 2.2% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 34.5% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 7.7% | 3.6% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -9.1% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 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 N8 7QE this area, 5.5% 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 74.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.1% | 5.5% | 1.4% | 18.2% | -12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.1% | 2% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -11.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 10.2% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 68% | 74.9% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 41.1% |
| Other | 9.5% | 2% | -7.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.5% 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 | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| White | 70.8% | 73.5% | 2.7% | 81.4% | -7.9% |
| Arab | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 3.0% |
In this area, just 49.3% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.5% | 49.3% | -11.2% | 83.2% | -33.9% |
| European Union | 13.8% | 21.8% | 8.0% | 6.1% | 15.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 5.6% | 7.1% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 6.3% |
| Africa | 5.6% | 4.3% | -1.3% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 8.2% | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 4.8% |
| Oceania | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 2.9% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 49.3% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 18.6% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 57.9% | 49.3% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -33.9% |
| 10+ Years | 7.2% | 18.6% | 11.4% | 9.8% | 8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.2% | 10.7% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.3% | 12.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 9.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.4% | 9.3% | -7.1% | 1.9% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.7% | 76.7% | -17.0% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 5.3% | 0.4% | 4.9% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 8.5% | 1.5% | 7.0% |
| Other Europe | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.4% |
| No passport held | 2.1% | 13.5% | -11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.2% | 37.2% | 14.0% |
| Christian | 27% | 46.2% | -19.2% |
| Buddhist | 3.6% | 0.5% | 3.1% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New River Avenue was 83.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.5% higher than the Hornsey average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
New River Avenue has the 20th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Hornsey and the 303rd lowest crime rate of 719 local areas in Haringey .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.8%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Amazon Apartments New River Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-05-01 | £260,000 |
| 19 Amazon Apartments New River Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-10-29 | £292,658 |
| 17 Amazon Apartments New River Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-06-14 | £332,799 |
| 58 Amazon Apartments New River Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2023-11-23 | £437,056 |
| 74 Amazon Apartments New River Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2023-10-18 | £583,837 |
N8 7QE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
N8 7QE 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 | 158 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Park Nursery School and Childrens Centre Woodlands Park Road , Tottenham N15 3SD | 4out of 4 | 1,816 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret McMillan Nursery School Hornsey Rise , N19 3SF | 3out of 4 | 2,239 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Islington Nursery School 110-112 Tollington Park , N4 3RB | 3out of 4 | 2,802 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowland Hill Nursery School White Hart Lane , Totenham N17 7LT | 3out of 4 | 2,898 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pembury House Nursery School Lansdowne Road , Tottenham N17 9XE | 4out of 4 | 3,878 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campsbourne Junior School Nightingale Lane , N8 7AF | 3out of 4 | 437 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Campsbourne Infant School Nightingale Lane , N8 7AF | 3out of 4 | 437 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Church Lane , Hornsey N8 7BU | 3out of 4 | 448 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Primary School Western Road , N22 6UH | 3out of 4 | 696 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rokesly Junior School Rokesly Avenue , N8 8NH | 3out of 4 | 819 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greig City Academy High Street , Hornsey N8 7NU | 3out of 4 | 279 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hornsey School for Girls Inderwick Road , N8 9JF | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Heartlands High School Station Road , Wood Green N22 7ST | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highgate Wood Secondary School Montenotte Road , N8 8RN | 3out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic School Glendale Avenue , Wood Green N22 5HN | 4out of 4 | 1,903 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,818 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ada National College for Digital Skills Broad Lane , Tottenham Hale N15 4AG | - not rated | 4,032 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London Academy of Excellence Tottenham Lilywhite House , 780 High Road N17 0BX | - not rated | 4,187 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The London Screen Academy Highbury Grove , Highbury East N5 2AD | - not rated | 4,673 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse College Woodhouse Road , N12 9EY | - not rated | 4,759 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy Tottenham Ashley Road , Tottenham Hale N17 9LN | 4out of 4 | 4,252 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wren Academy Finchley Hilton Avenue , North Finchley N12 9HB | 4out of 4 | 4,799 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Magdalene Academy Liverpool Road , Islington N7 8PG | 3out of 4 | 5,151 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North London Rudolf Steiner School 1-3 Campsbourne , Hornsey N8 7PN | - not rated | 321 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Area 51 Education Ltd 1 Mallard Place , Coburg Road N22 6TS | - not rated | 533 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greek Secondary School of London 22 Trinity road , Wood Green N22 8LB | - not rated | 1,413 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grove Downhills Park Road , Tottenham N17 6AR | - not rated | 1,579 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kestrel House School 104 Crouch Hill , Crouch End N8 9EA | - not rated | 1,642 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornelius Restaurant | Pump House, 1 New River Avenue | 68 yd | |
| La Gioconda | 59 High Street, Hornsey | 191 yd | |
| Islands | 104 High Street | 199 yd | |
| Kansas Chicken | Ground Floor Shop, 102 High Street | 202 yd | |
| Zappzaa Thai Cafe | Restaurant, 82 High Street | 246 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Great Northern Railway Tavern | Great Northern Railway Tavern, 67 High Street | 191 yd | |
| The Hornsey Arms | 26 High Street, Hornsey | 475 yd | |
| The Tav | 18 High Street | 506 yd | |
| McCafferty's Irish Bar | Public House, 128 Tottenham Lane | 640 yd | |
| The Recshop CIC | Unit 17a, Wood Green Shopping City | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terry's Kebab House | 86 High Street, Hornsey | 255 yd | |
| Sandwich World | 15 High Street, Hornsey | 327 yd | |
| Trench Town Rock Jamaican Cuisine | 4 Campsbourne Road, Hornsey | 334 yd | |
| The Tiffin Tin | 28 High Street, Hornsey | 402 yd | |
| Mojo Kitchen @ | Three Compasses, 62 High Street | 402 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Smithfield Square, High Street | 174 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 46-50 High Street, Hornsey | 402 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 59 Mayes Road, Wood Green | 700 yd | |
| Tesco Stores | 1-3 High Road | 822 yd | |
| Lidl | Units 7-8, 88-96 High Road | 824 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| African Caribbean Leadership Council (Closed) West Indian Cultural Centre West Indian Cultural Centre Clarendon Road off Hornsey Park Road | 294 yd | |
| Greig City Academy HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 341 yd |
| Zone Gym (Wood Green Gym) CYPRESS HOUSE CYPRESS HOUSE COBURG ROAD | health and fitness suite | 685 yd |
| Easygym (London Wood Green) Wood Green Shopping City Wood Green Shopping City High Road | health and fitness suite | 825 yd |
| Hornsey School For Girls INDERWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 870 yd |
| Priory Park PRIORY ROAD | tennis courts | 876 yd |
| Wood Green Common (Closed) Mayes Road | grass pitches | 876 yd |
| Heartlands High School STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 886 yd |
| North London Ymca TOTTENHAM LANE | health and fitness suite | 962 yd |
| Ymca (North London) Tottenham Lane | 1,052 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.