NW2 1DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Swannell Way, 0.5km 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 members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. 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. With residents averaging 29 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. The area has a notably diverse population — 62% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barnet.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £462k, down 8.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NW2 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00178871 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SWANNELL WAY, NW2 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SWANNELL WAY, NW2 1DR.
327
29
£ 52,000 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NW2 1DR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines NW2 1DR — 62% 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. Property prices are trending down 8.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NW2 1DR. The average age is 28.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 412,000
37 sales · Mean £ 403,331
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NW2 1DR has low crime rates — 48 incidents 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
Claremont Primary School
Mapledown School
Whitefield School
Wessex Gardens Primary School
Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery School
Menorah Primary School
Childs Hill Primary School
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- TK Maxx0.6 km
- Anthropologie1.0 km
- W H Smith1.0 km
- Wenzels The Bakers Limited1.0 km
- Matalan1.0 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
39 nearby- Cafe Pausa0.9 km
- Patisserie Valerie1.0 km
- Shake Shack1.0 km
- The Manor Health CLub1.0 km
- Leon Restaurant1.0 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Waitrose1.0 km
- Marks & Spencer1.0 km
- WICKES0.9 km
- Londis @ Esso - MFG Victoria Service Station0.7 km
- Wing Yip Supermarket & Staff Canteen0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Hasty Tasty Pizza1.0 km
- Subway & Shell Service Station-HKS Retail Ltd Staples Corner0.7 km
- Cuppacha0.8 km
- Lola's Cupcakes1.0 km
- Chick1.0 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Cricklewood Club0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cricklewood1.1 km
- Hendon1.9 km
- Brondesbury Station2.8 km
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Postcode Profile: NW21DR · Data under Open Government Licence