Branch Hill is in London and in Camden district. NW3 7LT is located in the Hampstead Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hampstead and Kilburn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Branch Hill, London, NW3 7LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NW3 6RG, NW3 7LS, NW3 6RH, NW3 6RJ, NW3 6RX, NW3 6RS, NW3 7LU, NW3 6RR, NW3 7LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NW3 7LT has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% of residents 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 | 47.4% | 48.3% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 52.6% | 51.7% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 | 29.4% | 32.3% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 49.8% | -9.1% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 7.8% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 6% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (88.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 64.5% | 65.8% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 17.4% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 22.3% | -8.6% | 33.6% | -11.3% |
| Fair health | 3.3% | 9.7% | 6.4% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 NW3 7LT this area, 5.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 71.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 2.2% | 5.6% | 3.4% | 18.2% | -12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 9.6% | -7.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.2% | 7.5% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 7.5% | -2.9% | 16.9% | -9.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 66.2% | 71.5% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 37.7% |
| Other | 10.8% | 4.2% | -6.6% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 90.5% | 81.9% | -8.6% | 81.4% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.7% | 5.9% | 5.2% | 1.6% | 4.3% |
In this area, 67.8% 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 | 62.8% | 67.8% | 5.0% | 83.2% | -15.4% |
| European Union | 7.9% | 9.3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 4.6% | 3.3% | -1.3% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 7.4% | 3.5% | 5.6% | 1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 13.8% | 9.6% | -4.2% | 1.3% | 8.3% |
| Oceania | 6.3% | 0.7% | -5.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61.8% | 68% | 6.2% | 83.2% | -15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 9.2% | 17.5% | 8.3% | 9.8% | 7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 2.9% | 2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 5.9% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 22% | 3% | -19.0% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 4.4% | 0.3% | 4.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 0.7% | 13.5% | -12.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 34.4% | 46.2% | -11.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 14.8% | 0.5% | 14.3% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 12.2% | 6.0% | 6.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Branch Hill was 162.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.2% higher than the Hampstead Town average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Branch Hill has the 8th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Hampstead Town and the 263rd highest crime rate of 567 local areas in Camden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Branch Hill, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2024-05-30 | £334,737 |
| 1 Branch Hill, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,640,000 | 2024-05-30 | £1,566,141 |
| 2 Branch Hill, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £3,000,000 | 2023-09-29 | £2,838,742 |
| 4 Branch Hill, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £2,700,000 | 2019-11-01 | £2,750,109 |
| 4 Branch Hill, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £2,450,000 | 2011-01-21 | £3,954,758 |
NW3 7LT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% 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.
NW3 7LT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 85 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Other | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granville Plus Nursery School Granville Road , NW6 5RA | 3out of 4 | 3,490 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Gardner Nursery School 293 Shirland Road , W9 3JY | 2out of 4 | 4,028 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 | 4,128 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College Green School and Services 161 College Road , NW10 3PH | 4out of 4 | 4,356 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portman Early Childhood Centre 12 Salisbury Street , NW8 8DE | 4out of 4 | 4,424 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampstead Parochial Church of England Primary School Hampstead Parochial School , Holly Bush Vale , Hampstead NW3 6TX | 3out of 4 | 546 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Primary School, Hampstead Christ Church Hill , NW3 1JH | 4out of 4 | 556 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New End Primary School Streatley Place , Hampstead NW3 1HU | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School 12 Kidderpore Avenue , NW3 7SU | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fitzjohn's Primary School 86A Fitzjohn's Avenue , NW3 6NP | 3out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,836 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The UCL Academy Adelaide Road , NW3 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,410 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Ellis School Highgate Road , NW5 1RN | 3out of 4 | 2,460 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Parliament Hill School Highgate Road , NW5 1RL | 3out of 4 | 2,573 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| La Sainte Union Catholic Secondary School Highgate Road , NW5 1RP | 3out of 4 | 2,581 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WM College 44 Crowndale Road , Mill Hill Road NW1 1TR | - not rated | 4,692 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| United Colleges Group 25 Paddington Green , W2 1NB | - not rated | 4,739 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 | 5,274 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark King Solomon Academy Penfold Street , NW1 6RU | 4out of 4 | 4,835 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 | 4,977 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathside Preparatory School 16 New End , Hampstead NW3 1JA | - not rated | 567 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's School 18 Kidderpore Gardens , NW3 7SR | - not rated | 577 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| University College School Frognal , Hampstead NW3 6XH | - not rated | 820 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonshire House Preparatory School Devonshire House Prep School , 2 NW3 6AE | - not rated | 931 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Preparatory School 90 Fitzjohn , London NW3 6NP | - not rated | 943 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Gaffe | 107-111 Heath Street | 263 yd | |
| New York Cafe | 84 Heath Street | 345 yd | |
| Mee Khun Cafe | 77 Heath Street | 377 yd | |
| Heath Street Bakehouse | 79-81 Heath Street | 382 yd | |
| ROSSODISERA | 70 Heath Street | 383 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Holly Bush | 22 Holly Mount | 290 yd | |
| The Duke of Hamilton | 23-25 New End | 354 yd | |
| The Flask Public House | 14 Flask Walk | 510 yd | |
| The Wells Tavern | 30 Well Walk | 644 yd | |
| King William IV | Public House And Premises, 77 Hampstead High Street | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DREAMY N HEALTHY | 76 A, Heath Street | 370 yd | |
| Zeytn Bar | Hampstead Parochial School, Holly Bush Vale | 443 yd | |
| M&H News LTD | Hampstead Underground Station, Hampstead High Street | 477 yd | |
| Joe & The Juice | 63 Hampstead High Street | 513 yd | |
| Ole & Steen Coffee Limited | 38-40 Hampstead High Street | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 23-27 Heath Street | 477 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S SUPERMARKET LTD | Sainsburys Hampstead High Street, 35-36 Hampstead High Street | 541 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ucs Active FROGNAL | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 741 yd |
| West Heath Lawn Tennis Club CROFTWAY | tennis courts | 795 yd |
| North Bridge House Senior School ROSSLYN HILL | 825 yd | |
| The Fitness Lounge (Closed) Finchley Road | health and fitness suite | 1,040 yd |
| Cumberland Lawn Tennis Club And Hampstead Cricket Club ALVANLEY GARDENS | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,076 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 | 78.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 78.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 78.6% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.