NW2 1DU is a safe, established residential area on Cleveland Gardens, 0.7km from Cricklewood in Barnet. Administratively it sits within Cricklewood ward and the Finchley and Golders Green constituency.
For renters and young professionals, NW2 1DU offers a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 50% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £700k, up 13.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NW2 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00001086 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLEVELAND GARDENS, NW2 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLEVELAND GARDENS, NW2 1DU.
435
38
£ 52,000 /yr
42%
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
63% of NW2 1DU's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 13.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NW2 1DU. The average age is 38.4. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 677,500
6 sales · Mean £ 679,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NW2 1DU has low crime rates — 36 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
Childs Hill Primary School
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School
Wessex Gardens Primary School
Mapledown School
Whitefield School
Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery School
Rimon Jewish Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Matalan0.8 km
- Happiness Market0.9 km
- Al-Anwar Grocery0.8 km
- Pinocchio0.8 km
- Bestway Cash & Carry0.9 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Barretts1.0 km
- Cricklewood Trades Hall Club And Institute0.8 km
- The Cricklewood Club0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- David Lloyd Leisure Cricklewood0.9 km
- The Manor Health CLub0.8 km
- Junction Cafe0.8 km
- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Ginger Polish Restaurant0.8 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Euro Food & Wine1.0 km
- Co-op0.8 km
- Fair Deal0.9 km
- Food & Wine0.7 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Palm Hotel0.8 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.9 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Golden Wok0.8 km
- Tehran Pizza & Burgers0.3 km
- Eat Tokyo1.0 km
- Best Mangal1.0 km
- Subway & Shell Service Station-HKS Retail Ltd Staples Corner0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cricklewood0.8 km
- Hendon2.2 km
- Brondesbury Station2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NW21DU · Data under Open Government Licence