NW2 1DY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cleveland Gardens, 0.8km from Brent Cross in Barnet. Administratively it sits within Cricklewood ward and the Finchley and Golders Green constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 64% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barnet.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £632k, down 11.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NW2 1DY are sourced from Output Area E00001082 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLEVELAND GARDENS, NW2 1DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLEVELAND GARDENS, NW2 1DY.
404
36
£ 52,000 /yr
46%
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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, NW2 1DY combines high owner-occupation (60%), strong property values (£632k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £632k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 11.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NW2 1DY. The average age is 36.0. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 655,000
10 sales · Mean £ 647,250
Flat
£ 472,500
2 sales · Mean £ 472,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NW2 1DY has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Claremont Primary School
Wessex Gardens Primary School
Rimon Jewish Primary School
Childs Hill Primary School
Whitefield School
Mapledown School
Menorah Primary School
St Agnes' Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- A D Food & Wine0.5 km
- Joyce's0.8 km
- Kays0.8 km
- Yarok1.0 km
- Al-Anwar Grocery0.9 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Palm Hotel0.7 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.9 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.7 km
- Martell Guest House0.9 km
- King Solomon Hotel1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Junction Cafe0.9 km
- Rea's Place0.8 km
- Costa Coffee1.0 km
- Cricklewood Boxing Club - Cafe0.9 km
- Ginger Polish Restaurant0.9 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-op0.9 km
- Food & Wine0.9 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- WICKES1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Golden Wok0.8 km
- Tehran Pizza & Burgers0.1 km
- Subway & Shell Service Station-HKS Retail Ltd Staples Corner1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cricklewood Trades Hall Club And Institute0.9 km
- The Cricklewood Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cricklewood1.0 km
- Hendon2.3 km
- West Hampstead Thameslink2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NW21DY · Data under Open Government Licence