N3 1AD is a sought-after residential area on The Drive, 0.7km from Finchley in Barnet. Administratively it sits within West Finchley ward and the Finchley and Golders Green constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in N3, N3 1AD offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barnet.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £832k, down 46.8% year-on-year. 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 N3 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00001490 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE DRIVE, N3 1AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DRIVE, N3 1AD.
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£ 76,300 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: N3 1AD 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. N3 1AD's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership, and £832k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £832k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 46.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for N3 1AD. The average age is 44.6. 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: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 600,000
8 sales · Mean £ 594,488
Semi-Detached
£ 1,530,000
1 sales · Mean £ 1,530,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
N3 1AD has low crime rates — 44 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
Moss Hall Junior School
Moss Hall Nursery School
St Mary's CofE Primary School
Moss Hall Infant School
Pardes House Primary School
Millbrook Park Primary School
Frith Manor Primary School
Our Lady of Lourdes RC School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Finchley Food Stores0.9 km
- B Green0.5 km
- ConveZone0.5 km
- Da Vincenzo0.7 km
- East European Food0.5 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- Sun & Sand Lounge0.9 km
- Durum Restaurant0.4 km
- Tru Chicken0.4 km
- Uncle Tony's Taverna0.8 km
- Vero Caffe0.9 km
- + 32 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Catcher In The Rye0.9 km
- Finchley Bowling Club0.7 km
- Finchley Golf Club0.7 km
- Finchley Manor Lawn Tennis, Squash And Health Club1.0 km
- Merkur Slots0.6 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Falafel Feast Ltd0.7 km
- JRK / Bun Kings0.5 km
- Costa Limited0.9 km
- China Cottage0.4 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- International Supermarket0.9 km
- Persia Supermarket0.4 km
- Corner Supermarket0.9 km
- Gisha0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge London Finchley Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- New Southgate3.6 km
- Oakleigh Park3.8 km
- Mill Hill Broadway4.0 km
Bus Stops
- West Finchley Underground Station0.4 km
- West Finchley Underground Station0.4 km
- West Finchley Underground Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: N31AD · Data under Open Government Licence