NW3 2AL is a mixed residential area on Haverstock Hill, 0.3km from Belsize in Camden. Administratively it sits within Gospel Oak ward and the Hampstead and Kilburn constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NW3 2AL is 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. Outside of residential hours, high status management and administration, especially public sector. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 63% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Camden.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 98 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £487k.
Census 2021 statistics for NW3 2AL are sourced from Output Area E00004435 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAVERSTOCK HILL, NW3 2AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAVERSTOCK HILL, NW3 2AL.
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£ 83,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NW3 2AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 63% of tenure in NW3 2AL — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 43-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NW3 2AL. The average age is 42.7. 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: 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
£ 487,500
3 sales · Mean £ 458,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NW3 2AL is above average at 98 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
Rosary Catholic Primary School
Royal Free Hospital Children's School
Fleet Primary School
St Dominic's Catholic Primary School
Camden Centre for Learning (Ccfl) PRU
Haverstock School
Fitzjohn's Primary School
Gospel Oak Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
71 nearby- KENTISH TOWN JAMS1.0 km
- Chalk Farm Kiosk1.0 km
- ELMONTASER BAKERY0.8 km
- Fala Portuges0.6 km
- Huggle1.0 km
- + 66 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- St Mary's Brewery Ltd0.9 km
- YOU ME SUSHI1.0 km
- The Coffee Shot0.6 km
- PLANET ORGANIC1.0 km
- ROASTERY + TOASTERY1.0 km
- + 26 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Hampstead Britannia Hotel0.7 km
- London Marriott Regents Park1.0 km
- Swiss Cottage Hotel0.9 km
- Dillons Hotel0.6 km
- Premier Inn London Hampstead0.3 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Backstage Bar1.0 km
- Freemasons Arms0.8 km
- Globe Lawn Tennis Club Bar0.0 km
- Sir Robert Peel0.8 km
- The Gipsy Queen0.6 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
85 nearby- Starbucks Coffee0.5 km
- Starbucks Coffee Co0.5 km
- Sunday@BelleVue0.3 km
- The Magdala0.6 km
- Arabesque1.0 km
- + 80 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Express0.5 km
- Kavanagh's Belsize Park0.1 km
- Marks And Spencer Food To Go0.4 km
- Marks and Spencers Simply food0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hampstead Heath0.6 km
- Hampstead0.8 km
- Gospel Oak1.1 km
Bus Stops
- Belsize Park Underground Station0.0 km
- Belsize Park Underground Station0.1 km
- Belsize Park Underground Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NW32AL · Data under Open Government Licence