Hendon Way is in London and in Barnet district. NW2 2NR is located in the Childs Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Finchley and Golders Green. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hendon Way, London, NW2 2NR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NW2 2TE, NW2 2TA, NW2 2LX, NW2 1HY, NW2 2PX, NW2 2EL, NW2 2TF, NW2 2NN, NW2 2NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NW2 2NR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 51.8% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48.2% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NW2 2NR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.9% | 49.8% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.9% | 35.3% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 4.9% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 7.8% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.6% | 47.4% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 34% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 15.3% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 20.4% | 0.3% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 11.2% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 11.6% | -0.2% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 10.5% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28% | 40% | 12.0% | 33.8% | 6.2% |
| Other | 17.2% | 3.2% | -14.0% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 45.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 8.1% | 13.5% | 5.4% | 1.6% | 11.9% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 65.3% | 45.3% | -20.0% | 81.4% | -36.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 14.6% | 10.7% | 1.6% | 13.0% |
In this area, 56.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.6% | 56.6% | 3.0% | 83.2% | -26.6% |
| European Union | 13.9% | 9.9% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 5% | 4.9% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 20.8% | 21.7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | 16.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.6% | 4.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 51.1% | 56.4% | 5.3% | 83.2% | -26.8% |
| 10+ Years | 4.7% | 29.9% | 25.2% | 9.8% | 20.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.1% | 7.1% | -1.0% | 2.9% | 4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.2% | 4.4% | -7.8% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 23.9% | 2.2% | -21.7% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 3.8% | 0.4% | 3.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Central Asia | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.7% | 37.2% | -17.5% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 5.5% | 0.5% | 5.0% |
| Muslim | 21.9% | 6.5% | 15.4% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hendon Way was 212.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.7% higher than the Childs Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hendon Way has the 23rd highest crime rate of 183 local areas in Childs Hill and the 88th highest crime rate of 1,063 local areas in Barnet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Hendon Way, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2023-07-07 | £657,459 |
| 40A Hendon Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-12-15 | £287,835 |
| 42 Hendon Way, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2020-06-03 | £704,803 |
| 56 Hendon Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2007-01-12 | £210,497 |
| 44 Hendon Way, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2000-08-09 | £510,078 |
NW2 2NR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NW2 2NR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Other | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College Green School and Services 161 College Road , NW10 3PH | 4out of 4 | 3,582 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Granville Plus Nursery School Granville Road , NW6 5RA | 3out of 4 | 3,702 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Curzon Nursery School & Family Wellbeing Centre Curzon Crescent , NW10 9SD | 3out of 4 | 4,038 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Gardner Nursery School 293 Shirland Road , W9 3JY | 2out of 4 | 4,143 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Paterson Nursery School 13 Riverton Close , Off Ashmore Road W9 3DS | 4out of 4 | 4,245 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Childs Hill Primary School Dersingham Road , Cricklewood NW2 1SL | - not rated | 148 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' CofE Primary School NW2 Cricklewood Lane , Childs Hill NW2 2TH | 3out of 4 | 418 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Agnes' Catholic Primary School Thorverton Road , Cricklewood NW2 1RG | 3out of 4 | 517 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rimon Jewish Primary School 41a Dunstan Road , NW11 8AE | 3out of 4 | 692 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Claremont Primary School Claremont Road , Cricklewood NW2 1AB | 3out of 4 | 989 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampstead School Westbere Road , Hampstead NW2 3RT | 3out of 4 | 867 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefield School Claremont Road , Cricklewood NW2 1TR | 3out of 4 | 1,659 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Henrietta Barnett School Central Square , Hampstead Garden Suburb NW11 7BN | 4out of 4 | 2,519 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Menorah High School for Girls 105 Brook Road , NW2 7BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,591 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| E-Act Crest Academy Crest Road , NW2 7SN | 3out of 4 | 2,727 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Charles Catholic Sixth Form College 74 St Charles Square , North Kensington W10 6EY | - not rated | 5,107 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's and St John's CofE School Bennett House , Sunningfields Road NW4 4QR | 3out of 4 | 3,796 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Margaret's School 18 Kidderpore Gardens , NW3 7SR | - not rated | 1,293 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Mulberry House School 7 Minster , NW2 3SD | - not rated | 1,394 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peninim 37 Elmcroft Crescent , NW11 9TB | - not rated | 1,482 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Golders Hill School 678-680 Finchley Road , Golders Green NW11 7NP | - not rated | 1,578 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's School for Girls Ivy House, 94-96 , North End Road NW11 7SX | - not rated | 1,646 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junction Cafe | 168 Cricklewood Lane, London | 368 yd | |
| Ludettino | 170 Cricklewood Lane, London | 376 yd | |
| Jels Cafe | 370 Cricklewood Lane, London | 439 yd | |
| Papa T's Cafe & Sandwich Bar | 372 Cricklewood Lane, London | 439 yd | |
| Bonoo Indian Tapas | 675 Finchley Road, London | 492 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cricklewood Trades Hall Club And Institute | 134 Cricklewood Lane, London | 513 yd | |
| Brondesbury Cricket Tennis Bowls & Squash Club | Brondesbury Cricket Tennis And Squash Club, 5 Harman Drive, London | 524 yd | |
| The Gower Club | University College School Sports Ground, Ranulf Road, London | 543 yd | |
| Lounge 4:04 | 26 Cricklewood Lane, London | 994 yd | |
| Lucky 7 - Wine Bar | 7 Cricklewood Lane, London | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Wok | 83 Cricklewood Lane, London | 370 yd | |
| Emparo Pizza Limited | 358 Cricklewood Lane, London | 439 yd | |
| Coral Bay | 362 Cricklewood Lane, London | 439 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 388 Finchley Road, London | 533 yd | |
| Tehran Pizza & Burgers | Pennine Parade, Pennine Drive, London | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 140 Cricklewood Lane, London | 461 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 59 Fortune Green Road | 978 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 1 Cricklewood Lane, London | 1,050 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 154 Cricklewood Broadway, London | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brondesbury Sports Club 5A 5A HARMAN DRIVE | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 595 yd |
| Virgin Active (Cricklewood) CRICKLEWOOD LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 599 yd |
| Childs Hill Park Nant Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 644 yd |
| University College School Playing Fields UNIVERSITY COLLEGE SPORTS GROUND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE SPORTS GROUND FARM AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 709 yd |
| Basing Hill Park Wayside | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Hampstead School WESTBERE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 867 yd |
| Fortune Green Play Centre (Pace) FORTUNE GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 973 yd |
| West Heath Lawn Tennis Club CROFTWAY | tennis courts | 1,004 yd |
| The Gym (London West Hampstead) FORTUNE GREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,020 yd |
| Clitterhouse Playing Fields Claremont Road | grass pitches | 1,033 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.