Map & location
Overview
EN2 9AP falls within the Whitewebbs ward of the London Borough of Enfield, positioned on the borough's northern fringe where suburban streets give way to the open green spaces of Whitewebbs Park and the ancient woodland of Crews Hill. This corner of Enfield is characterised by generous plot sizes, tree-lined roads and a noticeably quieter pace of life compared with the town centre to the south.
The postcode is part of the wider EN2 district, which covers the east and north of Enfield town. Residents benefit from easy access to the Hertfordshire countryside via Whitewebbs Road, while still enjoying the retail, leisure and transport links of central Enfield within a short drive or bus ride. The area has a strong community identity and is popular with families and those seeking semi-rural living within Greater London.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £720,000, around 30% above the wider EN2 district average of £554,382 (HM Land Registry, 49 recent sales).
Getting here
EN2 9AP is served by local bus routes running along Whitewebbs Road and Cattlegate Road, connecting the area to Enfield Town and Crews Hill. Cycling through Whitewebbs Park and along the Turkey Brook greenway is a popular and practical option for local journeys. The A10 Great Cambridge Road is accessible to the east, providing road links towards central London and northward into Hertfordshire. Drivers can reach the M25 Junction 25 (Waltham Cross) within approximately 10–15 minutes, making the postcode convenient for commuters who travel by car.
What it's famous for
The area around EN2 9AP is best known for Whitewebbs Park, a large public open space managed by Enfield Council that includes ancient woodland, open meadows, a museum of engines, and a golf course. The park is thought to have connections to the Gunpowder Plot conspirators, who allegedly met at Whitewebbs House in the early 1600s. Nearby Crews Hill is famous across London as a destination for garden centres, plant nurseries and antiques dealers, drawing visitors from a wide area. The Turkey Brook, which flows through the park, is part of the Lee Valley catchment and contributes to the area's rich ecology.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, waste, planning and social services for residents
Weekly alternating refuse and recycling collections by Enfield Council
Main lending library accessible by bus from Whitewebbs Road
Large public park managed by Enfield Council with woodland and meadows
Tourist attractions
Ancient woodland, meadows, golf course and engine museum
~0.3 miVolunteer-run museum with historic engines and vehicles
~0.4 miCluster of nurseries and antique dealers on Cattlegate Road
~0.8 miRiverside walking and cycling route through the Enfield Chase area
~0.5 mi18-hole public parkland course within Whitewebbs Park
~0.4 miHistoric former royal hunting ground with public footpaths
~1 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
EN36PN · 01992 676202
~1.7 kmEN36ND · 01992 761185
~1.9 kmEN13LL · 020 83704900
~2.0 kmPharmacies
EN36NA · 01992 764476
~1.8 kmEN36UP · 01992 710749
~1.8 kmEN36PR
~1.9 kmDentists
EN36TG
~1.8 kmEN36TG
~1.8 kmSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Capel Manor College, is ~550 m away.
Further education
~550 mPupil referral unit
~550 mCommunity school
~650 mVoluntary aided school
~850 mVoluntary aided school
~850 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Multiple independent plant nurseries and garden suppliers on Cattlegate Road
Public golf facility within Whitewebbs Park
Several antiques and architectural salvage businesses near Crews Hill
Gyms & leisure
Affordable 18-hole public parkland golf course
~0.4 miExtensive footpath network through woodland and open meadow
~0.3 miTraffic-free greenway suitable for families and leisure cyclists
~0.5 miFree entry heritage attraction with working steam engines
~0.4 miService providers
Fibre broadband available across most of EN2 via BT Openreach infrastructure
Cable broadband coverage in parts of the EN2 district
4G coverage good; 5G coverage expanding in outer Enfield
Water and sewerage services provider for this postcode
Residential & community
Predominantly larger family homes on generous plots common in this ward
Quiet residential streets bordered by parkland and open countryside
Whitewebbs ward has a high proportion of owner-occupied properties
Transport
Train & Tube
Turkey Street Rail Station
Enfield Wash
Turkey Street Station
Enfield Wash
Theobalds Grove Rail Station
Theobalds Grove
Bus stops
Whitewebbs Road stops
Local bus services connecting to Enfield Town and Crews Hill
Cattlegate Road stops
Bus services towards Crews Hill station and Cuffley
Cycle hire
Turkey Brook Greenway
Off-road cycling path running south through the park towards Enfield Lock
Whitewebbs Park Paths
Shared-use paths through parkland suitable for leisure cycling
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Enfield Town Car Parks (EV)
Enfield Council EV charging points available in Enfield Town centre car parks
Defibrillators
Whitewebbs Park Facility
Check with Enfield Council for registered public defibrillator locations in the park
Postboxes & Post Office
Crews Hill Post Office / Local Shops
Nearest post facilities accessible via Cattlegate Road or Clay Hill
Fuel stations
Enfield Retail Park Area
Nearest petrol stations are located closer to the A10 corridor south of EN2 9AP
Places of worship
Historic Church of England parish church serving the Clay Hill area
~1 miAnglican church in central Enfield accessible by bus
~2 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 123% above the national average (152.1 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
113 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
This neighbourhood falls in deprivation decile 3 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the more deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,756.
Housing & utilities
Whitewebbs ward has a higher share of detached homes than the Enfield average
Many properties in EN2 9AP have sizeable private gardens backing onto green belt
Proximity to parkland and good schools sustains strong buyer interest
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Large designated public open space with ancient woodland and meadows adjacent to the postcode
North Enfield has lower traffic pollution levels than central or south Enfield
EN2 9AP sits on elevated ground; Turkey Brook area has some low flood risk zones
Much of the land north and west of this postcode falls within London's green belt
FAQs
Where exactly is postcode EN2 9AP?
EN2 9AP is located in the Whitewebbs ward in the north of the London Borough of Enfield, near Whitewebbs Road and close to the border with Hertfordshire.
What is the nearest station to EN2 9AP?
Crews Hill railway station (on the Hertford North line) is the closest station, and Enfield Town station is accessible by bus to the south. Journey details depend on your exact starting point.
What is the area around EN2 9AP like?
It is a quiet, semi-rural suburb characterised by larger family homes, tree-lined roads and immediate access to Whitewebbs Park and the Enfield Chase countryside — one of the greener corners of Greater London.
Which council covers EN2 9AP?
EN2 9AP falls under the London Borough of Enfield for all local government services including council tax, waste collection and planning.
Which parliamentary constituency is EN2 9AP in?
The postcode is in the Enfield North constituency.
Are there good schools near EN2 9AP?
The Whitewebbs and Clay Hill area is served by several primary and secondary schools in the Enfield Borough; specific school details and Ofsted ratings should be checked directly with Enfield Council or the DfE school finder.
What parks and green spaces are near EN2 9AP?
Whitewebbs Park is right on the doorstep, offering woodland walks, a golf course and the Whitewebbs Museum of Transport. The Turkey Brook greenway and Enfield Chase are also very close by.
What is Crews Hill known for, near EN2 9AP?
Crews Hill, about a mile away, is famous for its concentration of garden centres, plant nurseries and antiques dealers, making it a popular day-trip destination from across North London.
Useful links
Official records and property listings for EN2 9AP: