Overview of NW2 6HQ

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Dollis Hill Lane is in London and in Brent district. NW2 6HQ is located in the Dollis Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brent Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Dollis Hill Lane, London, NW2 6HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: NW2 6HG, NW2 7DF, NW2 6RH, NW2 6RQ, NW2 6RE, NW2 6HS, NW2 6RG, NW2 7BR, NW2 6RF.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NW2 6HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female47.3%51.2%3.9% 51.0% 0.2%
Male52.7%48.8%-3.9% 49.0% -0.2%

Partnership Status

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 6HQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.4% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single40.9%47.4%6.5% 37.9% 9.5%
Married: Opposite sex38.6%37%-1.6% 44.2% -7.2%
Married: Same sex0%0.5%0.5% 0.3% 0.2%
Civil partnership: Same sex0%0.5%0.5% 0.1% 0.4%
Separated6.7%4.3%-2.4% 2.2% 2.1%
Divorced9.8%7.1%-2.7% 9.1% -2.0%
Widowed3.9%3.3%-0.6% 6.1% -2.8%

Health

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.

This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health51.5%54.1%2.6% 48.4% 5.7%
Good health35.4%34.6%-0.8% 33.6% 1.0%
Fair health7.7%7.6%-0.1% 12.7% -5.1%
Bad health3.7%3.2%-0.5% 4.0% -0.8%
Very bad health1.8%0.5%-1.3% 1.2% -0.7%

Education and Qualifications

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications11.7%18.9%7.2% 18.2% 0.7%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 9.3%8.7%-0.6% 9.6% -0.9%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels7.3%11.3%4.0% 13.4% -2.1%
Apprenticeship1%2.4%1.4% 5.3% -2.9%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels10.6%14.4%3.8% 16.9% -2.5%
Degree or Similar41.2%40.4%-0.8% 33.8% 6.6%
Other18.9%3.8%-15.1% 2.8% 1.0%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 32.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi0%0.7%0.7% 1.1% -0.4%
Chinese1.8%0.5%-1.3% 0.7% -0.2%
Indian2.8%2.5%-0.3% 3.1% -0.6%
Pakistani2%3.4%1.4% 2.7% 0.7%
Other Asian7.3%9.1%1.8% 1.6% 7.5%
Black African9.8%16.9%7.1% 2.5% 14.4%
Black Caribbean6.3%5.5%-0.8% 1.0% 4.5%
Other Black1.6%1.2%-0.4% 0.5% 0.7%
Mixed White and Asian1.4%0.7%-0.7% 0.8% -0.1%
Mixed White and African2.6%1.8%-0.8% 0.4% 1.4%
Mixed White and Caribbean1.8%1.6%-0.2% 0.9% 0.7%
Mixed Other5.1%2.3%-2.8% 0.8% 1.5%
White46.4%32.8%-13.6% 81.4% -48.6%
Roma0%1.4%1.4% 0.2% 1.2%
Arab6.9%11.4%4.5% 0.6% 10.8%
Other4.5%8%3.5% 1.6% 6.4%

Country of Birth

In this area, just 43.6% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom42.6%43.6%1.0% 83.2% -39.6%
European Union21.6%18.9%-2.7% 6.1% 12.8%
Rest of Europe2.8%1.6%-1.2% 0.8% 0.8%
Africa12.2%14.6%2.4% 2.7% 11.9%
Middle East and Asia14.7%18%3.3% 5.6% 12.4%
The Americas and the Caribbean5.9%3.4%-2.5% 1.3% 2.1%
Oceania0.2%0%-0.2% 0.3% -0.3%

Length of Residence

In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 43.6% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 33.3% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK39.3%43.6%4.3% 83.2% -39.6%
10+ Years4.3%33.3%29.0% 9.8% 23.5%
5-10 Years12.2%11.2%-1.0% 2.9% 8.3%
2-5 Years15.9%6.2%-9.7% 2.2% 4.0%
Less than 2 years28.3%5.7%-22.6% 1.9% 3.8%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom65.8% 76.7% -10.9%
Ireland1.6% 0.6% 1.0%
France1.4% 0.3% 1.1%
Germany1.2% 0.2% 1.0%
Italy3.9% 0.6% 3.3%
Portugal0.9% 0.5% 0.4%
Spain0.9% 0.4% 0.5%
Poland2.7% 1.3% 1.4%
Romania0.7% 0.9% -0.2%
Other EU countries5% 1.5% 3.5%
Other Europe0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
North Africa0.5% 0.1% 0.4%
Central and Western Africa0.9% 0.3% 0.6%
South and Eastern Africa0.2% 0.2% 0.0%
Middle East0.5% 0.1% 0.4%
Eastern Asia0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Southern Asia5% 1.2% 3.8%
South-East Asia0.7% 0.2% 0.5%
Central Asia0.2% 0.0% 0.2%
North America and the Caribbean0.5% 0.3% 0.2%
Central and South America0.9% 0.2% 0.7%
Oceania0.2% 0.1% 0.1%
No passport held5.7% 13.5% -7.8%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion19.7% 37.2% -17.5%
Christian34.7% 46.2% -11.5%
Buddhist1.1% 0.5% 0.6%
Hindu0.9% 1.7% -0.8%
Jewish0.9% 0.5% 0.4%
Muslim37.9% 6.5% 31.4%
Other religion0.7% 0.6% 0.1%
Not answered4.1% 6.0% -1.9%

Safety

Is Dollis Hill Lane Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dollis Hill Lane was 123.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.1% higher than the Dollis Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.

Dollis Hill Lane has the 37th highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Dollis Hill and the 283rd highest crime rate of 811 local areas in Brent .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 61.2%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£49,600
Income Rank
7/10

Household Income in NW2 6HQ, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Dollis Hill Lane are based on 314 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Brent.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Dollis Hill Lane, London, NW2 6HQ

Estimated Average Property Prices for NW2 6HQ

Average Price
£465,221
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£465,221
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Dollis Hill Lane

Average Price
£732,583
Semi-Detached
£952,628
Terraced
£818,410
Detached
£1,036,792
Flats/Maisonettes
£450,631
Other
£765,973

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Dollis Hill LaneStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
Flat 41 Nevilles Court Dollis Hill Lane, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£325,0002024-12-23 £321,217
Flat 37 Nevilles Court Dollis Hill Lane, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£500,0002021-08-27 £534,067
Flat 43 Nevilles Court Dollis Hill Lane, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£437,5002015-07-22 £514,201
Flat 47 Nevilles Court Dollis Hill Lane, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£368,0002014-12-05 £450,170
Flat 37 Nevilles Court Dollis Hill Lane, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£435,0002013-10-18 £627,854
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for NW2 6HQ

Employment

NW2 6HQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.

The percentage of student residents living in NW2 6HQ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee89
Part-Time Employee70
Self-Employed60
Student (economically inactive)58
Retired40
Full-Time Student (with or without job)29
Looking after home or family28
Other20
Unemployed19
Long-Term Sick or disabled8

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles34
Education29
Human health and social work activities28
Construction24
Accommodation and food service activities21
Professional, scientific and technical activities20
Other19
Transport and storage15
Information and communication15
Administrative and support service activities14
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security10
Financial and insurance activities9
Manufacturing7
Real estate activities4
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities3
Agriculture, forestry and fishing1
Mining and quarrying1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Curzon Nursery School & Family Wellbeing Centre
Curzon Crescent , NW10 9SD
3out of 4 2,251 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Fawood Nursery School & Family Wellbeing Centre
35 Fawood Avenue , NW10 8DX
3out of 4 2,966 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
College Green School and Services
161 College Road , NW10 3PH
4out of 4 3,082 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Granville Plus Nursery School
Granville Road , NW6 5RA
3out of 4 4,553 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Dorothy Gardner Nursery School
293 Shirland Road , W9 3JY
2out of 4 4,767 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Junior School
Dollis Hill Lane , NW2 6HS
4out of 4 274 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Avigdor Hirsch Torah Temimah Primary School
Parkside , Dollis Hill NW2 6RJ
3out of 4 378 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Boys More About School
Braintcroft E-Act Primary Academy
Warren Road , NW2 7LL
1out of 4 711 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Mora Primary School
Mora Road , Cricklewood NW2 6TD
3out of 4 933 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Our Lady of Grace RC Infant and Nursery School
Dollis Hill Avenue , NW2 6EU
4out of 4 971 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Menorah High School for Girls
105 Brook Road , NW2 7BZ
3out of 4 253 yd Voluntary aided school No Girls More About School
E-Act Crest Academy
Crest Road , NW2 7SN
3out of 4 433 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Whitefield School
Claremont Road , Cricklewood NW2 1TR
3out of 4 1,964 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Hampstead School
Westbere Road , Hampstead NW2 3RT
3out of 4 2,340 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Capital City Academy
Doyle Gardens , Willesden NW10 3ST
3out of 4 2,746 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

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 5,158 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Ark Academy
Forty Avenue , HA9 9JR
4out of 4 3,328 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
St Mary's and St John's CofE School
Bennett House , Sunningfields Road NW4 4QR
3out of 4 3,693 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Preston Manor School
Carlton Avenue East , HA9 8NA
3out of 4 3,998 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Ark Burlington Danes Academy
Wood Lane , W12 0HR
2out of 4 5,214 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Unity Girls High School
2 Boscobel street , London NW8 8PS
- not rated 1,420 yd Other independent school Not Applicable Girls More About School
Torah Vodaas
Brent Park Road , West Hendon Broadway NW9 7AJ
- not rated 1,454 yd Other independent school Yes Boys More About School
Barnet Hill Academy
10a Montagu Road , Hendon NW4 3ES
- not rated 1,784 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Woodfield School
Glenwood Avenue , Kingsbury NW9 7LY
4out of 4 1,806 yd Academy special converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Mapledown School
Claremont Road , Cricklewood NW2 1TR
3out of 4 1,959 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Stables CafeDollis Hill Lane, London304 yd
Cricklewood Library CafeCricklewood Library, 152 Olive Road774 yd
Omega Sandwich BarOmega Sandwich Bar, 22 Waterloo Road791 yd
Wing Tai RestaurantUnit 2, Wing Yip Business Centre830 yd
Reindeer CafeUnit 3, Wing Yip Business Centre830 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Cricklewood Club327 Edgware Road, Cricklewood985 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Indian Spice1C Humber Road, London567 yd
Megabites9A Oxgate Court Parade, Coles Green Road684 yd
Wingstop (Unit K5/Pod 6)Kitchen 5/Pod 6, 2 Phoenix Industrial Estate756 yd
Pho (Unit K3/Pod 4)Kitchen 3/Pod 4, 2 Phoenix Industrial Estate757 yd
Bronson's burgers - Norbury K6/Pod 7)Kitchen 6/Pod 7, 2 Phoenix Industrial Estate757 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Mini Mart Food & News3-5 Oxgate Court Parade, Coles Green Road684 yd
Mini Market & Off Licence20 Waterloo Road, London791 yd
Wing Yip Supermarket & Staff CanteenUnit 1, Wing Yip Business Centre830 yd
Londis @ Esso - MFG Victoria Service Station387 Edgware Road, Cricklewood894 yd
Munro Stores28 Temple Road, London924 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Menorah High School For Girls
BROOK ROAD
386 yd
Gladstone Park
DOLLIS HILL LANE
grass pitches, tennis courts392 yd
Crest Boys Academy (Closed)
Crest Road
508 yd
The Crest Academies
CREST ROAD
artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite579 yd
Kilburn Cosmos Rfc
GLADSTONE CENTRE GLADSTONE CENTRE ANSON ROAD
grass pitches833 yd
Champions Temple
CLIFFORD WAY
996 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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 0.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 0.0%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 0.0%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed32.4 Mbit/s
Average download speed28.7 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed40.43 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed40.43 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed6.4 Mbit/s
Average upload speed6.1 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed8.57 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.