Cairnfield Avenue is in London and in Brent district. NW2 7PN 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 Cairnfield Avenue, London, NW2 7PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NW2 7PP, NW2 7PR, NW2 7PL, NW2 7RY, NW2 7RA, NW10 0AA, NW10 1QG, NW2 7PJ, NW2 7SA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NW2 7PN is primarily male, with 55.1% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.4% | 44.9% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -6.1% |
| Male | 54.6% | 55.1% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 6.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.2% | 38.5% | 1.3% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 47% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 7.9% | 3.2% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 3.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 44.1% | 39.5% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -8.9% |
| Good health | 40.9% | 42.3% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 8.7% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 12.6% | 2.0% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
In the area around NW2 7PN this area, 31.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.7% | 31.3% | 4.6% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 11.1% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.1% | 11.7% | 1.6% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 9.2% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -7.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 25.3% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 23% | 5.1% | -17.9% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 36.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 16.4% | 12.6% | -3.8% | 3.1% | 9.5% |
| Pakistani | 6.3% | 7.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 4.4% |
| Other Asian | 7.9% | 6.5% | -1.4% | 1.6% | 4.9% |
| Black African | 8.7% | 9.1% | 0.4% | 2.5% | 6.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 1.8% |
| Other Black | 7.4% | 2.3% | -5.1% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 41.4% | 36.3% | -5.1% | 81.4% | -45.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 0.2% | 3.8% |
| Arab | 4.7% | 9.3% | 4.6% | 0.6% | 8.7% |
| Other | 2.4% | 6.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 4.9% |
In this area, just 32.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 37.7% | 32.8% | -4.9% | 83.2% | -50.4% |
| European Union | 20.3% | 28.8% | 8.5% | 6.1% | 22.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 15.8% | 9.1% | -6.7% | 2.7% | 6.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 20.8% | 22.5% | 1.7% | 5.6% | 16.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 32.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 39.3% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 32.7% | 32.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | -50.5% |
| 10+ Years | 5.8% | 39.3% | 33.5% | 9.8% | 29.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.7% | 11.8% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 8.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 16.6% | 8.6% | -8.0% | 2.2% | 6.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 37.2% | 7.6% | -29.6% | 1.9% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.1% | 76.7% | -19.6% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Spain | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 8.6% | 1.3% | 7.3% |
| Romania | 11.9% | 0.9% | 11.0% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.6% | 13.5% | -9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 8.3% | 37.2% | -28.9% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Buddhist | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Hindu | 11.6% | 1.7% | 9.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 27.2% | 6.5% | 20.7% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cairnfield Avenue was 214.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.7% higher than the Dollis Hill average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Cairnfield Avenue has the 16th highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Dollis Hill and the 141st highest crime rate of 789 local areas in Brent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 148.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 139 Cairnfield Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2017-02-08 | £618,341 |
| 139 Cairnfield Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2012-10-30 | £606,061 |
| 141A Cairnfield Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2003-05-23 | £341,707 |
| 141 Cairnfield Avenue, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2001-12-17 | £324,870 |
| 137 Cairnfield Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 1996-08-30 | £542,910 |
NW2 7PN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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 7PN area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Unemployed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Other | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Construction | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 1,774 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fawood Nursery School & Family Wellbeing Centre 35 Fawood Avenue , NW10 8DX | 3out of 4 | 2,254 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College Green School and Services 161 College Road , Kensal Rise NW10 3PH | 4out of 4 | 3,230 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Granville Plus Nursery School Granville Road , NW6 5RA | 3out of 4 | 5,066 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Gardner Nursery School 293 Shirland Road , W9 3JY | 3out of 4 | 5,190 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northview Junior and Infant School Northview Crescent , NW10 1RD | 3out of 4 | 521 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykeham Primary School Aboyne Road , NW10 0EX | - not rated | 558 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Braintcroft E-ACT Primary Academy Warren Road , NW2 7LL | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Braintcroft Junior School Warren Road , NW2 7LL | - not rated | 654 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Braintcroft Infant School Warren Road , NW2 7LL | - not rated | 654 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perivale Middle School Federal Road , Perivale UB6 7AF | - not rated | 5,444 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Kelly Boys' Technology College Crest Road , NW2 7SN | - not rated | 718 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| John Kelly Girls' Technology College Crest Road , NW2 7SN | - not rated | 718 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| E-ACT Crest Academy Crest Road , NW2 7SN | 3out of 4 | 718 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crest Boys' Academy Crest Road , NW2 7SN | - not rated | 718 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Menorah High School for Girls 105 Brook Road , NW2 7BZ | 3out of 4 | 769 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Manor School Carlton Avenue East , HA9 8NA | - not rated | 3,109 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The College of North West London Willesden Centre , Dudden Hill Lane NW10 2XD | - not rated | 1,098 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendon College Corner Mead , Grahame Park Way NW9 5RA | - not rated | 5,274 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Catholic Sixth Form College 74 St Charles Square , North Kensington W10 6EY | - not rated | 5,341 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Academy Forty Avenue , HA9 9JR | 4out of 4 | 2,448 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Manor School Carlton Avenue East , HA9 8NA | 3out of 4 | 3,109 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's and St John's CofE School Bennett House , Sunningfields Road NW4 4QR | 3out of 4 | 4,190 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's and St John's CofE School Bennett House , Sunningfields Road NW4 4QR | - not rated | 4,190 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unity Girls High School 2 Boscobel street , London NW8 8PS | - not rated | 455 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Crest Sixth Form Crest Road , NW2 7SN | - not rated | 718 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Menorah High School 105 Brook Road , NW2 7BZ | - not rated | 728 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Poplar Grove School Poplar Grove , Wembley HA9 9DB | - not rated | 1,096 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willesden College of Technology Denzil Road , NW10 2XD | - not rated | 1,098 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finezja/Family Restaurant | 236 Neasden Lane, London | 102 yd | |
| Admiral Casino- Neasden Lane | 251-253 Neasden Lane, London | 111 yd | |
| Ferreros Desserts Limited | 294 Neasden Lane, London | 115 yd | |
| KFC | 286 Neasden Lane, London | 163 yd | |
| Bacovia Supermarket & Cafe | 296 Neasden Lane, London | 163 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffty Tom's | 249 Neasden Lane, London | 111 yd | |
| Katie's | 350 Neasden Lane, London | 163 yd | |
| Peggies Bar | 362-364 Neasden Lane North, London | 459 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 260 Neasden Lane, London | 102 yd | |
| QFC (Quality Fried Chicken) | 256 Neasden Lane, London | 102 yd | |
| Nadia Kebab House | 244 Neasden Lane, London | 102 yd | |
| Al Sultan Market & Takeaway (Bondokgt Market) | 241 Neasden Lane, London | 110 yd | |
| Pantry and Juices | Unit 5, 237 Neasden Lane | 117 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food and Wine Ltd | 246 Neasden Lane, London | 102 yd | |
| Food Express | 232 Neasden Lane, London | 102 yd | |
| Neasden Parade Fruit and Vegetable | 238-240 Neasden Lane, London | 102 yd | |
| Delight | 330-336 Neasden Lane, London | 162 yd | |
| Booty Food & Wine | 272 Neasden Lane, London | 163 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Champions Temple CLIFFORD WAY | 303 yd | |
| Wykeham Primary School ABOYNE ROAD | swimming pool | 520 yd |
| The Crest Academies CREST ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 646 yd |
| Crest Boys Academy (Closed) Crest Road | 700 yd | |
| Gladstone Park DOLLIS HILL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 709 yd |
| Menorah High School For Girls BROOK ROAD | 768 yd | |
| Poplar Grove Centre POPLAR GROVE | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 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% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.