Postcode Analysis Barnet, London

WEST AVENUE, N3 1AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST AVENUE, N3 1AU.

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Population

365

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 76,300 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: N3 1AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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10/10
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9/10
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7/10
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10/10
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10/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. N3 1AU's low deprivation rank, 73% ownership, and £966k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £966k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

N3 1AU is a sought-after residential area on West Avenue, 0.8km from Finchley in Barnet. Administratively it sits within West Finchley ward and the Finchley and Golders Green constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in N3, N3 1AU offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 60% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barnet.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £966k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for N3 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00001483 (shared with 5 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 N3 1AU. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British39.8%
Asian / British Asian32.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed25.7%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 765,000

7 sales · Mean £ 799,642

Flat

£ 1,220,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,220,000

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

N3 1AU has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary30
Vehicle crime28
Violence and sexual offences28
Anti-social behaviour25
Other theft12

school Local Schools

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Moss Hall Nursery School

Outstanding90 pupils0.4 km
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Moss Hall Junior School

Good442 pupils0.4 km
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Moss Hall Infant School

Outstanding352 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good454 pupils0.8 km
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Frith Manor Primary School

Good533 pupils0.9 km
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St Michael's Catholic Grammar School

Outstanding857 pupils1.0 km
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Millbrook Park Primary School

Good424 pupils1.0 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes RC School

Outstanding237 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • B Green0.6 km
  • ConveZone0.7 km
  • Da Vincenzo0.7 km
  • East European Food0.7 km
  • Finchley Food Centre0.7 km
  • + 25 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Durum Restaurant0.5 km
  • Tru Chicken0.6 km
  • Uncle Tony's Taverna1.0 km
  • Vero Caffe0.6 km
  • Wok And Slice / Vegan Curry Club0.6 km
  • + 27 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Falafel Feast Ltd0.9 km
  • JRK / Bun Kings0.6 km
  • China Cottage0.2 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Falafel Bar0.6 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • International Supermarket0.7 km
  • Gisha0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Tesco Superstore0.7 km
  • Waitrose0.9 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge London Finchley Hotel0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Finchley Bowling Club0.7 km
  • Finchley Golf Club0.7 km
  • Merkur Slots0.8 km
  • The Joiners / Chick Box / K Town / Locked And Loaded0.7 km
  • Elephant Inn0.9 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • New Southgate3.5 km
  • Oakleigh Park3.6 km
  • Mill Hill Broadway4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • West Finchley Underground Station0.3 km
  • West Finchley Underground Station0.3 km
  • West Finchley Underground Station0.3 km