Heritage Lane is in London and in Camden district. NW6 2AF is located in the West Hampstead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hampstead and Kilburn. This postcode has been in use since 2017-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heritage Lane, London, NW6 2AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NW6 2BF, NW6 2AQ, NW6 2AS, NW6 2HJ, NW6 2AZ, NW6 2HL, NW6 2AU, NW6 2RB, NW6 2BR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NW6 2AF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 54% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 46.3% | 46% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 2AF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 61.5% 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 | 63.7% | 61.5% | -2.2% | 37.9% | 23.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.9% | 25.3% | 0.4% | 44.2% | -18.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 6.9% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 52.5% | 60.2% | 7.7% | 48.4% | 11.8% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 26.1% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -7.5% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 8.8% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 6% | 3.5% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 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 NW6 2AF this area, 9.8% 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 62.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 9.8% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.3% | 5.1% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.1% | 7.4% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 9.2% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -7.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 61.4% | 62.6% | 1.2% | 33.8% | 28.8% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.8% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 54% 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 | 1.3% | 4.7% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 3.6% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 5.3% | 6.9% | 1.6% | 3.1% | 3.8% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 9.5% | 7.6% | -1.9% | 2.5% | 5.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 68.3% | 54% | -14.3% | 81.4% | -27.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 1% | 4.7% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 4.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
In this area, 57.5% 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 | 65.3% | 57.5% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -25.7% |
| European Union | 10.3% | 13.8% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 3.0% |
| Africa | 5.8% | 8.2% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 5.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.3% | 9.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | 4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.5% | 4.2% | -0.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% |
| Oceania | 3.8% | 2.3% | -1.5% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 59.3% | 57.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | -25.6% |
| 10+ Years | 5.5% | 23.5% | 18.0% | 9.8% | 13.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.8% | 8.1% | -0.7% | 2.9% | 5.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 8% | 6.5% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.5% | 4.4% | -14.1% | 1.9% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Oceania | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 3.9% | 13.5% | -9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.4% | 37.2% | -5.8% |
| Christian | 29.6% | 46.2% | -16.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 4.4% | 1.7% | 2.7% |
| Jewish | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 19.6% | 6.5% | 13.1% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heritage Lane was 99.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.8% higher than the Fortune Green average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Heritage Lane has the 14th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Fortune Green and the 178th lowest crime rate of 548 local areas in Camden .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 304 Milne Building Heritage Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2025-12-15 | £471,588 |
| Apartment 703 Milne Building Heritage Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2025-12-05 | £815,455 |
| Apartment 901 Milne Building Heritage Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2025-03-31 | £476,734 |
| Apartment 604 Milne Building Heritage Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £238,500 | 2023-05-12 | £216,972 |
| Apartment 704 Milne Building Heritage Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2021-06-29 | £502,508 |
The percentage of student residents living in NW6 2AF area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 194 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Other | 20 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 67 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granville Plus Nursery School Granville Road , NW6 5RA | 3out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Gardner Nursery School 293 Shirland Road , W9 3JY | 3out of 4 | 2,260 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 | 2,362 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 | 2,828 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portman Early Childhood Centre 12 Salisbury Street , NW8 8DE | 4out of 4 | 3,306 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsgate Junior School Messina Avenue , NW6 4LB | - not rated | 486 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate Infant School Kingsgate Road , NW6 2JG | - not rated | 486 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate Primary School Kingsgate Road , NW6 4LB | 4out of 4 | 486 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel Church of England Primary School 152-158 Mill Lane , West Hampstead NW6 1TF | 3out of 4 | 671 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hampstead Primary School Dornfell Street , West Hampstead NW6 1QL | 3out of 4 | 673 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brondesbury and Kilburn School Salusbury Road , NW6 6PE | - not rated | 1,397 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampstead School Westbere Road , Hampstead NW2 3RT | 3out of 4 | 1,484 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Federated Schools: CE High School Kilburn Park Road , NW6 5SN | 3out of 4 | 1,527 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy St John's Wood Marlborough Hill , NW8 0NL | 3out of 4 | 1,690 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Quintin Kynaston Marlborough Hill , NW8 0NL | - not rated | 1,690 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,392 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 | 3,492 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The College of North West London Willesden Centre , Dudden Hill Lane NW10 2XD | - not rated | 3,767 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WM College 44 Crowndale Road , NW1 1TR | - not rated | 4,581 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 6RX | 4out of 4 | 3,612 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The New Learning Centre 211 Sumatra Road , NW6 1PF | - not rated | 291 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainbow Montessori School 13 Woodchurch Road , NW6 3PL | - not rated | 508 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kilburn Polytechnic Priory Park Road , Kilburn NW6 7UJ | - not rated | 878 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadhurst School 19 Greencroft Gardens , NW6 3LP | - not rated | 977 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bridge House Nursery & Pre-Prep Schools 8 Netherhall Gardens , NW3 5RR | - not rated | 1,130 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intermission | Unit 2, Hardy Building, Heritage Lane | 147 yd | |
| Sanctuary Cafe | St James' Church, Sherriff Road | 156 yd | |
| PAPA JOHN'S | 177 West End Lane | 187 yd | |
| GEO, Zen Baker Ltd | 169c West End Lane | 189 yd | |
| PRET A MANGER | 130 West End Lane | 211 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heads + Tails | 175 West End Lane | 189 yd | |
| Railway | 100 West End Lane | 246 yd | |
| Acol Bridge Club | 86 West End Lane | 252 yd | |
| The Gallery | 190 Broadhurst Gardens | 268 yd | |
| Salt Lounge | 269 West End Lane | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 1, Hardy Building, Heritage Lane | 147 yd | |
| COFFEE BUZZ | West Hampstead Thameslink Railway Station, Iverson Road | 197 yd | |
| Paul UK Ltd | Unit 4, West Hampstead Square, West End Lane | 211 yd | |
| DAAKOO | 104 West End Lane | 218 yd | |
| Lezzes express/ West End Charcoal Grill | 140 West End Lane | 235 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys Supermarket | 204-206 West End Lane | 412 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 176-178 West End Lane | 412 yd | |
| Little Waitrose | 319-323 West End Lane | 587 yd | |
| Round The Clock Supermarket | 261 Kilburn High Road, London | 639 yd | |
| Akrms Cash & Carry | 239 Kilburn High Road, London | 652 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St James Church Community Arts Venue SHERRIFF ROAD | 184 yd | |
| Kilburn Grange Park MESSINA AVENUE | tennis courts | 556 yd |
| Mazenod Community Centre MAZENOD AVENUE | 706 yd | |
| Cumberland Lawn Tennis Club And Hampstead Cricket Club ALVANLEY GARDENS | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 730 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Swiss Cottage) O2 CENTRE O2 CENTRE FINCHLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 941 yd |
| The Gym (London West Hampstead) FORTUNE GREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,038 yd |
| The Fitness Lounge (Closed) Finchley Road | health and fitness suite | 1,043 yd |
| Charteris Sports Centre 24-30 24-30 CHARTERIS ROAD | 1,064 yd | |
| Fortune Green Play Centre (Pace) FORTUNE GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,072 yd |
| Charteris Sports Centre (Closed) 24-30 24-30 Charteris Road | health and fitness suite | 1,078 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 232.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 216.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.