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Potters Bar Furzefield

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Potters Bar Furzefield ward encompasses a primarily residential area in the northern part of the town. The housing stock is largely composed of interwar and post-war semi-detached and detached homes, with some modern developments. The ward is bordered by the A1(M) motorway to the west and includes significant green spaces like the expansive Mymwood Drive playing fields. Local amenities are centred along local roads, serving the immediate community's needs.

The area is defined by its proximity to Oakmere Park, a large recreational ground with sports facilities, a pond, and wooded areas. Residential streets are generally quiet, with a mix of families and longer-term residents. The ward's layout is characterised by cul-de-sacs and avenues branching off main thoroughfares like The Walk. Public transport links provide connections to central Potters Bar and beyond, supporting its role as a commuter settlement.

Area overview

On average Potters Bar Furzefield has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Potters Bar Furzefield is £69,715 per year. There are 2 schools in Potters Bar Furzefield: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Potters Bar Furzefield is home to around 5,787 people, with a population density of about 1,294.9 per km2.

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Potters Bar Furzefield Population

5,787

Population density

1,294.9 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

40.61(+29%)

Anti-social behaviour

24.19(+109%)

Shoplifting

9.68(+42%)

Vehicle crime

8.99(+104%)

Other theft

8.29(+52%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

3,813

65.87%

Other White

571

9.86%

Indian

318

5.49%

Other

204

3.52%

Irish

125

2.16%

Total population: 5,789

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,606

34.61%

Level 3 (A level)

830

17.89%

No qualifications

756

16.29%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

607

13.08%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

492

10.6%

Total 16+ residents: 4,640

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

802

35.44%

Owns outright

752

33.23%

Other social rented

330

14.58%

Private landlord or letting agency

317

14.01%

Other forms of private rent

1.15%

Total households: 2,263

Property prices in Potters Bar Furzefield

Based on 41 recent sales, the median property price is £500,000 in Potters Bar Furzefield area, with individual transactions ranging from £104,000 up to £970,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Potters Bar Furzefield over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	1	£970,000	£970,000	£970,000	£970,000	£970,000
Flats	13	£275,000	£121,100	£225,000	£367,000	£437,000
Terraced	8	£479,629	£428,050	£463,213	£527,500	£619,750
Semi-Detached	19	£625,000	£473,000	£548,000	£683,750	£742,500

10 years median price trend in Potters Bar Furzefield

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Potters Bar Furzefield

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