West End Lane is in London and in Camden district. NW6 1LU is located in the Fortune Green 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 West End Lane, London, NW6 1LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NW6 1LT, NW6 1JT, NW6 1LL, NW6 1LJ, NW6 1AA, NW6 1RS, NW6 1JR, NW6 1LR, NW6 1JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NW6 1LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.2% | 51.2% | -4.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 44.8% | 48.8% | 4.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 1LU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.4% 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 | 45.9% | 43.4% | -2.5% | 37.9% | 5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 46.8% | 6.2% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 4.9% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 (91.3%) 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 | 64.2% | 64.7% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 16.3% |
| Good health | 29% | 26.6% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -7.0% |
| Fair health | 5.7% | 5.4% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -7.3% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| 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 NW6 1LU this area, 3.9% 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 74.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -14.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 9.6% | -6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 4.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -10.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 9.3% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 70.5% | 74.5% | 4.0% | 33.8% | 40.7% |
| Other | 11.9% | 4.4% | -7.5% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Indian | 4.3% | 9.6% | 5.3% | 3.1% | 6.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 3.6% | 1.7% | -1.9% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 73.5% | 74.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | -7.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.8% | -1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, just 39.3% 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 | 51.6% | 39.3% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -43.9% |
| European Union | 9.3% | 23.6% | 14.3% | 6.1% | 17.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 5% | 5.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 3.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.6% | 14.9% | 1.3% | 5.6% | 9.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 13.6% | 9.5% | -4.1% | 1.3% | 8.2% |
| Oceania | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 3.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 39.3% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 26.1% 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 | 50.2% | 39.4% | -10.8% | 83.2% | -43.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.9% | 26.1% | 22.2% | 9.8% | 16.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.8% | 12.4% | 5.6% | 2.9% | 9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.6% | 12.4% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 10.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 30.5% | 9.5% | -21.0% | 1.9% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.7% | 76.7% | -16.0% |
| France | 10.7% | 0.3% | 10.4% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 2.9% | 0.4% | 2.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 5.4% | 0.3% | 5.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 3.7% | 0.1% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 27.8% | 46.2% | -18.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 7.1% | 1.7% | 5.4% |
| Jewish | 10.8% | 0.5% | 10.3% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 13.3% | 6.0% | 7.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West End Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Childs Hill average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 15A Alexandra Mansions, 347 West End Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2024-01-29 | £548,596 |
| Flat 14B Alexandra Mansions, 347 West End Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2023-06-09 | £565,955 |
| Flat 20 Alexandra Mansions, 347 West End Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2023-03-01 | £592,401 |
| Flat 17A Alexandra Mansions, 347 West End Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2023-02-03 | £524,985 |
| Flat 3 Alexandra Mansions, 347 West End Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £583,000 | 2021-02-22 | £566,648 |
NW6 1LU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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 1LU 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 | 96 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 52 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granville Plus Nursery School Granville Road , NW6 5RA | 3out of 4 | 2,463 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Gardner Nursery School 293 Shirland Road , W9 3JY | 2out of 4 | 2,977 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 | 3,080 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College Green School and Services 161 College Road , NW10 3PH | 4out of 4 | 3,218 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portman Early Childhood Centre 12 Salisbury Street , NW8 8DE | 4out of 4 | 3,916 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 | 65 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hampstead Primary School Dornfell Street , West Hampstead NW6 1QL | 3out of 4 | 559 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England School 12 Kidderpore Avenue , NW3 7SU | 3out of 4 | 646 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampstead Parochial Church of England Primary School Hampstead Parochial School , Holly Bush Vale , Hampstead NW3 6TX | 3out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate Primary School Kingsgate Road , NW6 4LB | 4out of 4 | 1,187 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 | 1,068 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The UCL Academy Adelaide Road , NW3 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,136 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy St John's Wood Marlborough Hill , NW8 0NL | 1out of 4 | 2,233 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Federated Schools: CE High School Oxford Road , NW6 5SN | 4out of 4 | 2,262 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queens Park Community School Aylestone Avenue , NW6 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,408 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Colleges Group 25 Paddington Green , W2 1NB | - not rated | 4,071 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 | 4,162 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WM College 44 Crowndale Road , Mill Hill Road NW1 1TR | - not rated | 4,852 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 | 4,258 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Burlington Danes Academy Wood Lane , W12 0HR | 2out of 4 | 4,939 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 | 5,280 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Margaret's School 18 Kidderpore Gardens , NW3 7SR | - not rated | 649 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| University College School Frognal , Hampstead NW3 6XH | - not rated | 952 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mulberry House School 7 Minster , NW2 3SD | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southbank International School Hampstead 16 Netherhall Gardens , NW3 5TH | - not rated | 1,199 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonshire House Preparatory School Devonshire House Prep School , 2 NW3 6AE | - not rated | 1,227 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hana | 351 West End Lane | 30 yd | |
| Grocery Post | 280 West End Lane | 41 yd | |
| Sirous Steak & Persian Cuisine Restaurant | 268 West End Lane | 76 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 264-266 West End Lane | 76 yd | |
| BUNS | 339 West End Lane | 92 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Lion | 295 West End Lane | 125 yd | |
| Alice House | 283-285 West End Lane | 125 yd | |
| Salt Lounge | 269 West End Lane | 227 yd | |
| The Gallery | 190 Broadhurst Gardens | 719 yd | |
| The Mill | 32 Mill Lane | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wenzels the Bakers - West Hampstead | 272 West End Lane | 65 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 262 West End Lane | 94 yd | |
| Mama Cha | 315 West End Lane | 113 yd | |
| Mazmez | 301 West End Lane | 131 yd | |
| Pizza Bun Ltd | 301 West End Lane | 131 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Waitrose | 319-323 West End Lane | 102 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarket | 204-206 West End Lane | 320 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 176-178 West End Lane | 320 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 59 Fortune Green Road | 532 yd | |
| J Sainsburys Plc | Unit 1a, The O2 Centre, 255 Finchley Road | 969 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 | 364 yd |
| The Fitness Lounge (Closed) Finchley Road | health and fitness suite | 396 yd |
| The Gym (London West Hampstead) FORTUNE GREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 505 yd |
| Fortune Green Play Centre (Pace) FORTUNE GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 575 yd |
| West Heath Lawn Tennis Club CROFTWAY | tennis courts | 707 yd |
| St James Church Community Arts Venue SHERRIFF ROAD | 787 yd | |
| Ucs Active FROGNAL | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 839 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Swiss Cottage) O2 CENTRE O2 CENTRE FINCHLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 970 yd |
| University College School Playing Fields UNIVERSITY COLLEGE SPORTS GROUND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE SPORTS GROUND FARM AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,001 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 | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 24.31 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 24.31 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.29 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.