Overview of NW5 1SP

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York Rise is in London and in Camden district. NW5 1SP is located in the Highgate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Holborn and St Pancras. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about York Rise, London, NW5 1SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: NW5 1ST, NW5 1SW, NW5 1DJ, NW5 1DE, NW5 1DG, NW5 1SX, NW5 1SS, NW5 1SR, NW5 1BX.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NW5 1SP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female50.7%48.4%-2.3% 51.0% -2.6%
Male49.3%51.6%2.3% 49.0% 2.6%

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 vicinity of NW5 1SP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.

Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single44.3%38.6%-5.7% 37.9% 0.7%
Married: Opposite sex47.1%52.2%5.1% 44.2% 8.0%
Married: Same sex0%0.4%0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Separated2%1.3%-0.7% 2.2% -0.9%
Divorced4.1%3.9%-0.2% 9.1% -5.2%
Widowed2.5%3.5%1.0% 6.1% -2.6%

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 health58.1%61.1%3.0% 48.4% 12.7%
Good health33.5%27.6%-5.9% 33.6% -6.0%
Fair health6.7%8%1.3% 12.7% -4.7%
Bad health1.8%2.5%0.7% 4.0% -1.5%
Very bad health0%0.7%0.7% 1.2% -0.5%

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.

In the area around NW5 1SP this area, 3.1% 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 80.3%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications4.1%3.1%-1.0% 18.2% -15.1%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 3.7%2.2%-1.5% 9.6% -7.4%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels10.2%3.9%-6.3% 13.4% -9.5%
Apprenticeship0%2.6%2.6% 5.3% -2.7%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels6.1%6.6%0.5% 16.9% -10.3%
Degree or Similar72.5%80.3%7.8% 33.8% 46.5%
Other3.3%1.3%-2.0% 2.8% -1.5%

Culture

Ethnic Group

This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi0%0.7%0.7% 1.1% -0.4%
Chinese0.4%1.1%0.7% 0.7% 0.4%
Indian0.4%0.7%0.3% 3.1% -2.4%
Other Asian3.2%2.9%-0.3% 1.6% 1.3%
Black African0.7%1.5%0.8% 2.5% -1.0%
Black Caribbean1.4%0.7%-0.7% 1.0% -0.3%
Other Black0.7%0%-0.7% 0.5% -0.5%
Mixed White and Asian1.1%0.4%-0.7% 0.8% -0.4%
Mixed White and African0.4%0.7%0.3% 0.4% 0.3%
Mixed White and Caribbean0%0.4%0.4% 0.9% -0.5%
Mixed Other0.4%2.2%1.8% 0.8% 1.4%
White89.8%84.2%-5.6% 81.4% 2.8%
Other1.8%4.4%2.6% 1.6% 2.8%

Country of Birth

In this area, 71.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom74.6%71.1%-3.5% 83.2% -12.1%
European Union7%11.7%4.7% 6.1% 5.6%
Rest of Europe2.5%1.8%-0.7% 0.8% 1.0%
Africa1.8%1.5%-0.3% 2.7% -1.2%
Middle East and Asia4.9%5.5%0.6% 5.6% -0.1%
The Americas and the Caribbean6%6.6%0.6% 1.3% 5.3%
Oceania2.8%1.8%-1.0% 0.3% 1.5%
British Overseas0.4%0%-0.4% 0.0% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK73.6%71.1%-2.5% 83.2% -12.1%
10+ Years3.2%16.8%13.6% 9.8% 7.0%
5-10 Years4.2%5.9%1.7% 2.9% 3.0%
2-5 Years4.6%2.6%-2.0% 2.2% 0.4%
Less than 2 years14.4%3.7%-10.7% 1.9% 1.8%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom81% 76.7% 4.3%
Ireland0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
France4.4% 0.3% 4.1%
Germany0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Italy0.7% 0.6% 0.1%
Portugal0.7% 0.5% 0.2%
Poland1.5% 1.3% 0.2%
Romania0.4% 0.9% -0.5%
Other EU countries2.2% 1.5% 0.7%
Other Europe1.8% 0.2% 1.6%
Eastern Asia0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Southern Asia0.4% 1.2% -0.8%
South-East Asia1.1% 0.2% 0.9%
Central Asia0.4% 0.0% 0.4%
North America and the Caribbean1.8% 0.3% 1.5%
No passport held2.6% 13.5% -10.9%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion54% 37.2% 16.8%
Christian32.8% 46.2% -13.4%
Buddhist0.4% 0.5% -0.1%
Hindu0.4% 1.7% -1.3%
Jewish6.2% 0.5% 5.7%
Muslim0.7% 6.5% -5.8%
Not answered5.5% 6.0% -0.5%

Safety

Is York Rise Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around York Rise was 46.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.6% lower than the Highgate average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.

York Rise has the 6th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Highgate and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 567 local areas in Camden .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.3%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£70,600
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in NW5 1SP, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on York Rise are based on 51 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Camden.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for York Rise, London, NW5 1SP

Estimated Average Property Prices for NW5 1SP

Average Price
£1,540,666
Semi-Detached
£1,999,380
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£1,306,573
Flats/Maisonettes
£898,551
Other
£1,958,158

Estimated Average Property Prices for York Rise

Average Price
£887,183
Semi-Detached
£1,528,314
Terraced
£1,312,553
Detached
£1,096,364
Flats/Maisonettes
£530,618
Other
£1,646,041

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on York RiseStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
35 York Rise, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£1,936,4452023-03-22 £1,778,529
35 York Rise, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£2,575,0002018-08-30 £2,401,734
33A York Rise, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£875,0002018-08-23 £816,123
35 York Rise, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£2,575,0002017-02-24 £2,399,250
39 York Rise, London, Greater London
Detached, an established residential building
£575,0002007-06-11 £1,267,430
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for NW5 1SP

Employment

NW5 1SP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 24% 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.

NW5 1SP 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee85
Self-Employed55
Retired28
Student (economically inactive)17
Part-Time Employee17
Looking after home or family11
Long-Term Sick or disabled8
Other5
Full-Time Student (with or without job)3
Unemployed1

Employment Industry

Professional, scientific and technical activities40
Information and communication31
Human health and social work activities22
Other16
Education12
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles10
Financial and insurance activities9
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security8
Manufacturing7
Accommodation and food service activities3
Administrative and support service activities2
Construction1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Margaret McMillan Nursery School
Hornsey Rise , N19 3SF
3out of 4 2,163 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
North Islington Nursery School
110-112 Tollington Park , N4 3RB
3out of 4 2,583 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Kate Greenaway Nursery School and Children's Centre
Yorkway Court , Copenhagen Street N1 0UH
4out of 4 3,338 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Portman Early Childhood Centre
12 Salisbury Street , NW8 8DE
4out of 4 4,455 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Thomas Coram Centre
49 Mecklenburgh Square , WC1N 2NY
4out of 4 4,486 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Brookfield Primary School
Chester Road , N19 5DH
3out of 4 545 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Gospel Oak Primary School
Mansfield Road , NW3 2JB
4out of 4 686 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Eleanor Palmer Primary School
Lupton Street , Tufnell Park NW5 2JA
4out of 4 725 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Hargrave Park Primary School
51 Bredgar Road , N19 5BS
3out of 4 749 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
St John's Upper Holloway CofE Primary School
Pemberton Gardens , Upper Holloway N19 5RR
3out of 4 1,028 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
La Sainte Union Catholic Secondary School
Highgate Road , NW5 1RP
3out of 4 324 yd Voluntary aided school No Girls More About School
Parliament Hill School
Highgate Road , NW5 1RL
3out of 4 329 yd Community school No Girls More About School
Acland Burghley School
Burghley Road , NW5 1UJ
3out of 4 374 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
William Ellis School
Highgate Road , NW5 1RN
3out of 4 432 yd Voluntary aided school No Boys More About School
Beacon High
Hilldrop Road , N7 0JG
2out of 4 1,344 yd Community school No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
WM College
44 Crowndale Road , Mill Hill Road NW1 1TR
- not rated 2,982 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The London Screen Academy
Highbury Grove , Highbury East N5 2AD
- not rated 3,675 yd Free schools 16 to 19 No Mixed More About School
Capital City College Group
211 Gray's Inn Road , WC1X 8RA
- not rated 4,395 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre)
42 - 43 Queen Square , Camden WC1N 3AQ
- not rated 4,973 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
United Colleges Group
25 Paddington Green , W2 1NB
- not rated 5,095 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Mary Magdalene Academy
Liverpool Road , Islington N7 8PG
3out of 4 3,042 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Ark King Solomon Academy
Penfold Street , NW1 6RU
4out of 4 4,933 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
La Petite Ecole Bilingue
22 Vicar's Road , NW5 4NL
- not rated 1,006 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
New River College Medical
Ifor Ward , Highgate Hill N19 5NF
4out of 4 1,072 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
College Francais Bilingue De Londres
87 Holmes Road , NW5 3AX
- not rated 1,218 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
CCfL Key Stage 4 PRU
Agincourt Road , NW3 2NY
3out of 4 1,279 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Elfrida Rathbone Camden - Leighton College
7 Dowdney Close , NW5 2BP
- not rated 1,320 yd Special post 16 institution Not Applicable 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
Truffles Delicatessen33 York Rise27 yd
Monsoon24 York Rise30 yd
Bold cafe Restaurant20 York Rise32 yd
Continental Provisions Stores16-18 York Rise34 yd
LIME BISTRO CAFE56 Chetwynd Road70 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Disappearing Dining Club at Dartmouth Arms35 York Rise11 yd
The Lord Palmerston33 Dartmouth Park Hill267 yd
The Bull And Last Pub168 Highgate Road369 yd
The Vine86 Highgate Road456 yd
Aces and Eights Saloon Bar156-158 Fortess Road484 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Dixy Chicken171 Fortess Road432 yd
COFFEE MAN'S HOUSE LTDUnit 10, The Mews, Gordon House Road439 yd
Giggly PigParliament Hill Fields, Highgate Road457 yd
The Tufnell Park BakeryGround Floor 146 A, Fortess Road485 yd
Tufnell Fish & Kebab233 Brecknock Road487 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
T/A Londis111 Highgate Road432 yd
Sainsbury's Supermarkets LtdSainsbury's Camden Gospel Oak Spectrum House, 32-34 Gordon House Road465 yd
Sainsburys Supermarket126-132 Fortess Road497 yd
Tesco Express23-25 Swain's Lane605 yd
Co-operative Group Food Ltd9 Fortess Road776 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Kenlyn Lawn Tennis Club
CROFTDOWN ROAD
indoor bowls, tennis courts258 yd
Acland Burghley School
BURGHLEY ROAD
artificial grass pitch302 yd
Parliament Hill School
HIGHGATE ROAD
442 yd
Parliament Hill Fields
PARLIAMENT HILL FIELDS PARLIAMENT HILL FIELDS HIGHGATE ROAD
athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts459 yd
La Sainte Union Catholic School
HIGHGATE ROAD
health and fitness suite459 yd
Highgate Newtown Community Centre Sports Hall
BERTRAM STREET
health and fitness suite503 yd
Engine Room Crossfit
FORTESS ROAD
health and fitness suite509 yd
William Ellis School
HIGHGATE ROAD
530 yd
Pure Gym (London Highgate)
HIGHGATE STUDIOS 53-79 HIGHGATE STUDIOS 53-79 HIGHGATE ROAD
health and fitness suite, swimming pool573 yd
Parliament Hill Lido
GORDON HOUSE ROAD
swimming pool625 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 66.7%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 66.7%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 66.7%

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 speed77 Mbit/s
Average download speed74.5 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed100 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed100 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed19.3 Mbit/s
Average upload speed16.4 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed20 Mbit/s

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