Postcode Analysis Barnet, London

THE DRIVE, N3 1AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DRIVE, N3 1AD.

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Population

392

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 76,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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5/10
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6/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British59.7%
Asian / British Asian21.2%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed17.3%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

Anti-social behaviour77
Violence and sexual offences58
Vehicle crime49
Other theft28
Burglary27

school Local Schools

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Moss Hall Junior School

Good442 pupils0.6 km
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Moss Hall Nursery School

Outstanding90 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good454 pupils0.6 km
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Moss Hall Infant School

Outstanding352 pupils0.7 km
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Pardes House Primary School

Good355 pupils1.0 km
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Millbrook Park Primary School

Good424 pupils1.0 km
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Frith Manor Primary School

Good533 pupils1.1 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes RC School

Outstanding237 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
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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
fastfood

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
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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

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