Postcode Analysis Barnet, London

SYMPHONY CLOSE, HA8 0AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYMPHONY CLOSE, HA8 0AL.

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Population

379

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 51,000 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: HA8 0AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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4/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines HA8 0AL — 61% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HA8 0AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Symphony Close, 0.8km from Little Stanmore in Barnet. Administratively it sits within Burnt Oak ward and the Hendon constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 58% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 61% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barnet.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £332k, down 0.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HA8 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00174904 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HA8 0AL. The average age is 31.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British38.7%
Asian / British Asian25.1%
Black / African / Caribbean17.1%
Other / Mixed19.2%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 331,000

6 sales · Mean £ 322,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around HA8 0AL is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences208
Anti-social behaviour143
Vehicle crime67
Burglary47
Public order35

school Local Schools

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Northgate School

Outstanding5 pupils0.1 km
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Edgware Primary School

Good486 pupils0.3 km
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Watling Park School

Good373 pupils0.3 km
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Shalom Noam Primary School

229 pupils0.4 km
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Krishna Avanti Primary School

Good454 pupils0.6 km
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Menorah Foundation School

Good406 pupils0.7 km
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Barnfield Primary School

Outstanding448 pupils0.8 km
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Stag Lane Primary School

Good805 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

69 nearby
  • Burnt Oak Wines0.7 km
  • Wenzels The Bakers0.7 km
  • Pooles Newsagent0.4 km
  • SR Food City0.5 km
  • Burnt Oak Supermarket0.7 km
  • + 64 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

35 nearby
  • Ming Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Dixy Fried Chicken0.7 km
  • The Fat Pizza / The Fat Burger & Desserts0.7 km
  • RCCT Romanian Culture Charity0.8 km
  • China Palace0.7 km
  • + 30 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

57 nearby
  • Hard Work Cafe0.8 km
  • Ariya Kitchen0.7 km
  • HASNIM Restaurant0.9 km
  • Curry Centre0.8 km
  • Bedidi0.7 km
  • + 52 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The New Inn0.9 km
  • The VIP Lounge0.6 km
  • The Three Wishes0.8 km
  • Edgware Ex-Servicemans Club0.1 km
  • Malibu Club0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • London Edgware Premier Inn0.3 km
  • Madonna Halley's Hotel0.8 km
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Supermarkets

12 nearby
  • Express Food & Wine0.9 km
  • Mir Food Centre 20.7 km
  • Poundland0.7 km
  • Costcutters0.7 km
  • Ousheng Oriental Supermarket0.8 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mill Hill Broadway1.7 km
  • Kenton3.4 km
  • Hendon3.8 km