N12 0BU is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.2km from North Finchley in Barnet. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within West Finchley ward and the Finchley and Golders Green constituency.
The people who live in N12 0BU are typical of a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 31 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. The area has a notably diverse population — 63% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barnet.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 75 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for N12 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00178860 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
N12 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for N12 0BU.
350
31
£ 58,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
85% of homes in N12 0BU are privately rented, marking this as a dedicated rental postcode with a young, mobile population. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 31).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for N12 0BU. The average age is 31.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around N12 0BU is moderate at 75 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Sacks Morasha Jewish Primary School
St Michael's Catholic Grammar School
Northside Primary School
Wren Academy Finchley
Moss Hall Infant School
Summerside Primary Academy
Moss Hall Nursery School
Moss Hall Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
37 nearby- Woodhouse Express0.9 km
- Afghan Market0.3 km
- Apollo Bakery0.4 km
- Da Vincenzo0.7 km
- Finchley Convenience Store0.6 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Vinods Food Store0.9 km
- Sainsburys0.6 km
- Aldi Store0.1 km
- Shop & Save0.5 km
- Waitrose0.3 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Ocean City0.9 km
- Piani Pizza0.9 km
- Sushi Gourmet0.6 km
- Burgrill/Wraps & Wings/Burger Zone/Grill N Thrill/Wings Plan0.2 km
- Finchley Charcoal Grill0.1 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
54 nearby- Gokyuzu Restaurant0.8 km
- Siirgista Bros0.2 km
- 2 Bro's0.2 km
- Delight Kitchen0.2 km
- Indian Orchid0.1 km
- + 49 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Heatherbank Guest House0.6 km
- Flame Restaurant Limited0.7 km
- Glenlyn Guest House0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Elephant Inn0.3 km
- Malt And Hops0.7 km
- The Finchley Tavern0.1 km
- Albanian Association0.7 km
- Finchley Rugby Club0.7 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Southgate2.3 km
- Oakleigh Park2.9 km
- Bowes Park3.9 km
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Postcode Profile: N120BU · Data under Open Government Licence