NW4 1ER is a safe, established residential area on Ridge Close, 0.0km from Holders Hill in Barnet. Administratively it sits within Finchley Church End ward and the Finchley and Golders Green constituency.
For families considering a move, NW4 1ER represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. By day, the area transitions to a independent professional metro services character: higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. 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. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barnet.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £952k.
Census 2021 statistics for NW4 1ER are sourced from Output Area E00001006 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RIDGE CLOSE, NW4 1ER House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIDGE CLOSE, NW4 1ER.
434
36
£ 60,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NW4 1ER 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NW4 1ER combines high owner-occupation (72%), strong property values (£952k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £952k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NW4 1ER. The average age is 35.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 556,250
2 sales · Mean £ 556,250
Semi-Detached
£ 1,185,000
2 sales · Mean £ 1,185,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NW4 1ER has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hasmonean High School for Boys
Kisharon School
Chalgrove Primary School
St Mary's and St John's CofE School
Bell Lane Primary School
Independent Jewish Day School
Hendon School
Pardes House Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Eclair Cake0.8 km
- Chipping Barnet Food Bank1.0 km
- BP Simply Foods0.8 km
- Hendon Bagel Bakery1.0 km
- Kool Wines0.8 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Nu Nosh0.9 km
- Super Wok0.9 km
- Jun Peking Restaurant0.9 km
- Sami's Restaurant0.9 km
- Tasty Grill0.9 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Finchley Manor Lawn Tennis, Squash And Health Club0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Cuisine King0.9 km
- Farnado Pizzeria0.9 km
- Its Pizza Time0.9 km
- Pizza Go Go0.9 km
- Walli's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hendon2.5 km
- Mill Hill Broadway3.1 km
- Cricklewood4.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NW41ER · Data under Open Government Licence