Postcode Analysis Camden, London

HOLMDALE ROAD, NW6 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLMDALE ROAD, NW6 1BS.

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Population

217

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 73,300 /yr

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Employed

61%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NW6 1BS 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.

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3/10
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1/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates NW6 1BS — age 36, 29% ownership, 55% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (36) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

NW6 1BS is a well-regarded residential area on Holmdale Road, 0.1km from West Hampstead in Camden. Administratively it sits within West Hampstead ward and the Hampstead and Kilburn constituency.

For renters and young professionals, NW6 1BS offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. 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. 55% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £668k. 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 NW6 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00004816 (shared with 3 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 NW6 1BS. 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

White / British78.4%
Asian / British Asian4.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed15.6%

Economic Activity

61%Active
FT: 49%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Flat

£ 668,000

4 sales · Mean £ 762,750

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

Crime around NW6 1BS is moderate at 66 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.

Anti-social behaviour217
Violence and sexual offences165
Shoplifting122
Other theft83
Burglary68

school Local Schools

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Emmanuel Church of England Primary School

Good227 pupils0.1 km
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West Hampstead Primary School

Good400 pupils0.4 km
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St Luke's Church of England School

Good102 pupils0.8 km
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Kingsgate Primary School

Outstanding644 pupils0.8 km
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Hampstead School

Good1311 pupils1.0 km
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St Eugene de Mazenod Roman Catholic Primary School

Outstanding199 pupils1.1 km
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Kilburn Grange School

Good236 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary's Kilburn Church of England Primary School

Good221 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

117 nearby
  • 1st Cafe / Karoon0.7 km
  • Chicken Cottage0.8 km
  • Go Mezza0.9 km
  • Roses Bistro Cafe1.0 km
  • Small & Beautiful0.8 km
  • + 112 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Railway0.6 km
  • Brondes Age0.8 km
  • The Black Lion0.9 km
  • The Mill0.5 km
  • The Gower Club0.9 km
  • + 8 more
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Takeaway Shop

43 nearby
  • BASILICO0.4 km
  • MIRIAD LEBANESE FUSION FOOD1.0 km
  • NYLAS TREATS LTD0.9 km
  • Paul UK Ltd0.4 km
  • Cheerio Juice Bar0.8 km
  • + 38 more
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Retailers - Other

41 nearby
  • Jumbos Newsagents0.8 km
  • Ann's Community Shop0.4 km
  • EM CAKES0.4 km
  • GREEN HOUSE0.9 km
  • Hampstead Food and Drinks0.3 km
  • + 36 more
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Supermarkets

13 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
  • J Sainsburys Plc1.0 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarket0.3 km
  • Madina Food & Halal Meat0.8 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Quality Hotel Hampstead0.9 km
  • Charlotte Guest House0.3 km
  • Luna Gin Bar and Cocktails0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • West Hampstead Thameslink0.3 km
  • West Hampstead0.5 km
  • Finchley Road & Frognal0.8 km

Bus Stops

  • West Hampstead Thameslink Rail Station0.3 km
  • West Hampstead Rail Station0.4 km