Holmdale Road is in London and in Camden district. NW6 1BS is located in the West Hampstead 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 Holmdale Road, London, NW6 1BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NW6 1BN, NW6 1BG, NW6 1BH, NW6 1RY, NW6 1TT, NW6 1BP, NW6 1BJ, NW6 1BE, NW6 1TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NW6 1BS is primarily male, with 55.3% 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 | 46.9% | 44.7% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -6.3% |
| Male | 53.1% | 55.3% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 6.3% |
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 NW6 1BS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.4% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 61.1% | 56.4% | -4.7% | 37.9% | 18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24% | 26% | 2.0% | 44.2% | -18.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 4.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 9.9% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 3.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 55.5% | 60.1% | 4.6% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 28.4% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 8.3% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 NW6 1BS this area, 4.4% 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 71.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.5% | 4.4% | -0.1% | 18.2% | -13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 3.3% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 4.5% | 6.7% | 2.2% | 13.4% | -6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 7.8% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -9.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 64.3% | 71.7% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 37.9% |
| Other | 11.8% | 2.8% | -9.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 4.1% | 1.4% | -2.7% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.7% | 4.1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Mixed Other | 3.3% | 1.4% | -1.9% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 76.3% | 78.4% | 2.1% | 81.4% | -3.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Other | 2.4% | 4.1% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 56.9% 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 | 59.2% | 56.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | -26.3% |
| European Union | 11.8% | 22.5% | 10.7% | 6.1% | 16.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11.4% | 8.7% | -2.7% | 5.6% | 3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.9% | 3.7% | -3.2% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 4.9% | 2.3% | -2.6% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 55.9% | 57.1% | 1.2% | 83.2% | -26.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.9% | 18.4% | 15.5% | 9.8% | 8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 15.1% | 8.3% | -6.8% | 2.9% | 5.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.2% | 10.6% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 8.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 18% | 5.5% | -12.5% | 1.9% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.8% | 76.7% | -10.9% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| France | 5.5% | 0.3% | 5.2% |
| Germany | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Italy | 6.8% | 0.6% | 6.2% |
| Portugal | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Other Europe | 3.2% | 0.2% | 3.0% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 3.7% | 13.5% | -9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 30.9% | 46.2% | -15.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Jewish | 14.7% | 0.5% | 14.2% |
| Muslim | 7.4% | 6.5% | 0.9% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holmdale Road was 92.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.2% higher than the Fortune Green average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Holmdale Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Fortune Green and the 182nd lowest crime rate of 567 local areas in Camden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 32.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16A Holmdale Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £668,000 | 2023-08-31 | £612,277 |
| Second Floor Flat 4 16 Holmdale Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2018-07-31 | £387,329 |
| Flat 1 10 Holmdale Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,295,000 | 2018-07-13 | £1,194,263 |
| Ground Floor Flat 16 Holmdale Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £502,000 | 2015-10-23 | £467,737 |
| Flat 1 10 Holmdale Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £915,000 | 2013-05-17 | £1,084,757 |
NW6 1BS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
NW6 1BS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 89 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 41 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| 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 | 2,249 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Gardner Nursery School 293 Shirland Road , W9 3JY | 2out of 4 | 2,750 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 | 2,854 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College Green School and Services 161 College Road , NW10 3PH | 4out of 4 | 2,949 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Golborne Children's Centre 2a Bevington Road , North Kensington W10 5TN | 4out of 4 | 3,809 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel Church of England Primary School 152-158 Mill Lane , West Hampstead NW6 1TF | 3out of 4 | 232 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hampstead Primary School Dornfell Street , West Hampstead NW6 1QL | 3out of 4 | 310 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School 12 Kidderpore Avenue , NW3 7SU | 3out of 4 | 852 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate Primary School Kingsgate Road , NW6 4LB | 4out of 4 | 968 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Eugene de Mazenod Roman Catholic Primary School Mazenod Avenue , NW6 4LS | 4out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 989 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Federated Schools: CE High School Oxford Road , NW6 5SN | 4out of 4 | 2,083 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queens Park Community School Aylestone Avenue , NW6 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,138 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The UCL Academy Adelaide Road , NW3 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,172 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy St John's Wood Marlborough Hill , NW8 0NL | 1out of 4 | 2,197 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 3,909 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| United Colleges Group 25 Paddington Green , W2 1NB | - not rated | 3,959 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WM College 44 Crowndale Road , Mill Hill Road NW1 1TR | - not rated | 4,942 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 | 4,171 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Burlington Danes Academy Wood Lane , W12 0HR | 2out of 4 | 4,672 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 | 5,373 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mulberry House School 7 Minster , NW2 3SD | - not rated | 844 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's School 18 Kidderpore Gardens , NW3 7SR | - not rated | 908 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| University College School Frognal , Hampstead NW3 6XH | - not rated | 1,170 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southbank International School Hampstead 16 Netherhall Gardens , NW3 5TH | - not rated | 1,328 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bridge House Pre-Prep School 8 Netherhall Gardens , NW3 5RR | - not rated | 1,360 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rozay | 327 West End Lane | 177 yd | |
| Gourmet Burger Kitchen | 331 West End Lane | 178 yd | |
| KIYOTO SUSHI | 335 West End Lane | 182 yd | |
| BUNS | 339 West End Lane | 187 yd | |
| TRUFFLE BURGER | 311 West End Lane | 189 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Lion | 295 West End Lane | 190 yd | |
| Alice House | 283-285 West End Lane | 193 yd | |
| Salt Lounge | 269 West End Lane | 220 yd | |
| The Mill | 32 Mill Lane | 514 yd | |
| Heads + Tails | 175 West End Lane | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| COOKING CAKES | 4b Holmdale Road | 74 yd | |
| Mama Cha | 315 West End Lane | 187 yd | |
| Mazmez | 301 West End Lane | 194 yd | |
| Pizza Bun Ltd | 301 West End Lane | 194 yd | |
| LOCAL COFFEE AND GROCERY | 267 West End Lane | 224 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Waitrose | 319-323 West End Lane | 187 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarket | 204-206 West End Lane | 282 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 176-178 West End Lane | 282 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 59 Fortune Green Road | 615 yd | |
| Tesco | 405 Kilburn High Road, London | 863 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Lawn Tennis Club And Hampstead Cricket Club ALVANLEY GARDENS | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 538 yd |
| The Gym (London West Hampstead) FORTUNE GREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 561 yd |
| The Fitness Lounge (Closed) Finchley Road | health and fitness suite | 564 yd |
| Fortune Green Play Centre (Pace) FORTUNE GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 604 yd |
| St James Church Community Arts Venue SHERRIFF ROAD | 626 yd | |
| West Heath Lawn Tennis Club CROFTWAY | tennis courts | 919 yd |
| University College School Playing Fields UNIVERSITY COLLEGE SPORTS GROUND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE SPORTS GROUND FARM AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 976 yd |
| Kilburn Grange Park MESSINA AVENUE | tennis courts | 981 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Swiss Cottage) O2 CENTRE O2 CENTRE FINCHLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,052 yd |
| Ucs Active FROGNAL | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,070 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 158.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.