NW2 1AH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Claremont Road, 0.4km from Brent Cross in Barnet. Administratively it sits within Cricklewood ward and the Finchley and Golders Green constituency.
Within the NW2 district, this postcode is characterised by a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barnet.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £597k.
Census 2021 statistics for NW2 1AH are sourced from Output Area E00178828 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLAREMONT ROAD, NW2 1AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLAREMONT ROAD, NW2 1AH.
436
36
£ 52,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines NW2 1AH — 47% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 36 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NW2 1AH. The average age is 35.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 597,500
2 sales · Mean £ 597,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NW2 1AH is moderate at 72 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
Mapledown School
Whitefield School
Claremont Primary School
Wessex Gardens Primary School
Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery School
Menorah Primary School
Parkfield Primary School
Childs Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- Leon Restaurant0.8 km
- Sizzle0.8 km
- The Canteen @ Brent Cross0.8 km
- The Kanteen0.8 km
- Three Restaurant And Bar0.8 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.8 km
- Food & Wine0.7 km
- WICKES1.0 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Londis @ Esso - MFG Victoria Service Station0.6 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Hasty Tasty Pizza0.8 km
- Indian Spice1.0 km
- Subway & Shell Service Station-HKS Retail Ltd Staples Corner0.6 km
- Lola's Cupcakes0.8 km
- Chick0.8 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Boots0.8 km
- Homesense0.7 km
- Premier Convenience Store0.9 km
- Joe Delucci's0.8 km
- John Lewis0.8 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Cricklewood Club0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cricklewood1.2 km
- Hendon1.8 km
- Brondesbury Station2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Brent Cross West Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NW21AH · Data under Open Government Licence