enfield EN8 Postcodes

Enfield (EN8)

The EN8 postcode area is located in the Enfield postcode town region, within the county of Hertfordshire, and contains a total of 1410 individual postcodes.

There are 9 electoral wards in the EN8 postcode area, including Barnet, Broxbourne, Enfield, Hoddesdon, Potters Bar, Waltham Abbey, Waltham Cross which come under the local authority of the Broxbourne Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 15% of people in EN8 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of EN8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The EN8 postcode is found within the Enfield district of London, England. It is largely a suburban area located north of the M25. The postcode covers a range of towns and villages, including Cheshunt, Goffs Oak, Waltham Cross and Waltham Abbey.

The area has a semi-rural feel in the southeast, although modern residential development is spreading to the west and east along the A10. Recently built housing estates, such as Borehamwood, join established estates such as brick-house Turnford.

The main shopping areas in the area are Waltham Cross, Cheshunt and Waltham Abbey. Waltham Cross offers a variety of high street stores and eateries, while Cheshunt is home to a large Tesco Extra superstore. Waltham Abbey is a preserved ancient market town in the centre of the postcode, home to a historic church and graceful windmill.

Larger industries in the area include Lee Valley Regional Park, Theobalds Park and The Tottenham Hotspur Football Club. Lee Valley Regional Park is a picturesque area oozing with activities such as cycling, fishing, and various clubs. Theobalds Park is an attractively landscaped estate set against the backdrop of historic Tudor ruins, while Tottenham Hotspur Football Club is a professional football stadium located in the north of EN8.

For commuting, the postcode has easy access to the M25 motorway which provides roads to the London A412, and the A10 which connects to London and the East Coast. Rail access is also provided at both Waltham Cross and Cheshunt railway stations, with journeys to London taking around 25-30 minutes. Additionally, the area is served by numerous bus routes, linking it to places such as Enfield Town, Hackney, and Loughton.

Education is mainly provided by the EN8 Postcode Education Trust. This trust is a joint venture between Hertfordshire and Enfield Councils and provides education to all schools within the postcode area, ranging from primary, secondary, and further education.

The EN8 postcode is known for its rural charm and variety of amenities. It is an ideal postcode for those who want to experience city life but who also want to live within a more peaceful and relaxing environment.

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