Canfield Gardens is in London and in Camden district. NW6 3DY is located in the South 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 Canfield Gardens, London, NW6 3DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NW6 3EE, NW6 3PJ, NW6 3ED, NW6 3NU, NW6 3NT, NW6 3DB, NW6 3PH, NW6 3PE, NW6 3PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NW6 3DY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 50.9% | 49.2% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.8% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 3DY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.4% 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 | 43.7% | 50.4% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 41.2% | -3.5% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 4.9% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 0.9% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
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 (99%) 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 | 67.7% | 71.6% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 23.2% |
| Good health | 26.4% | 27.4% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 4.5% | 0.7% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -12.0% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -3.7% |
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 3DY this area, 2.2% 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 84.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -16.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -9.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -11.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.7% | 8.3% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -8.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 74.7% | 84.6% | 9.9% | 33.8% | 50.8% |
| Other | 11.6% | 2.6% | -9.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 5.7% | 3.9% | 0.7% | 5.0% |
| Indian | 4.5% | 4.7% | 0.2% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| White | 85% | 73.3% | -11.7% | 81.4% | -8.1% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 4.7% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
In this area, just 44.3% 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 | 50% | 44.3% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -38.9% |
| European Union | 14.5% | 25% | 10.5% | 6.1% | 18.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% |
| Africa | 4.5% | 3% | -1.5% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.7% | 13.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | 7.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 10.5% | 6.1% | -4.4% | 1.3% | 4.8% |
| Oceania | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 44.3% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 21.5% 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 | 47.3% | 44.1% | -3.2% | 83.2% | -39.1% |
| 10+ Years | 8.6% | 21.5% | 12.9% | 9.8% | 11.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 15.9% | 15.2% | -0.7% | 2.9% | 12.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.5% | 12.5% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 10.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.7% | 6.7% | -11.0% | 1.9% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.9% | 76.7% | -17.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 11.4% | 0.3% | 11.1% |
| Germany | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 6.4% | 1.5% | 4.9% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 3% | 0.2% | 2.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.4% | 13.5% | -10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 26.4% | 46.2% | -19.8% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 17.6% | 0.5% | 17.1% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Canfield Gardens was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the South Hampstead 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. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 109 Canfield Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £925,000 | 2024-12-17 | £830,105 |
| Lower Ground Floor 119 Canfield Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £414,950 | 2024-08-14 | £374,995 |
| Flat 3 109 Canfield Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2024-05-17 | £357,982 |
| Flat 3 107 Canfield Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2023-09-08 | £585,978 |
| Flat 5 113 Canfield Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2023-07-14 | £541,353 |
NW6 3DY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 3DY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in NW6 3DY 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 | 135 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Part-Time Employee | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 44 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 25 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 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 | 1,571 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Gardner Nursery School 293 Shirland Road , W9 3JY | 2out of 4 | 2,119 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 | 2,216 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portman Early Childhood Centre 12 Salisbury Street , NW8 8DE | 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 | 3,063 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Eugene de Mazenod Roman Catholic Primary School Mazenod Avenue , NW6 4LS | 4out of 4 | 554 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Kilburn Church of England Primary School Quex Road , Kilburn NW6 4PG | 3out of 4 | 593 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate Primary School Kingsgate Road , NW6 4LB | 4out of 4 | 611 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kilburn Grange School Priory Park Road , Kilburn NW6 7UJ | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, NW3 Trinity Walk , Maresfield Gardens NW3 5SQ | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy St John's Wood Marlborough Hill , NW8 0NL | 1out of 4 | 1,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Federated Schools: CE High School Oxford Road , NW6 5SN | 4out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The UCL Academy Adelaide Road , NW3 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic School Lanark Road , Maida Vale W9 1RB | 4out of 4 | 1,385 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampstead School Westbere Road , Hampstead NW2 3RT | 3out of 4 | 1,949 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,981 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 | 3,432 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WM College 44 Crowndale Road , Mill Hill Road NW1 1TR | - not rated | 4,148 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 | 3,177 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Burlington Danes Academy Wood Lane , W12 0HR | 2out of 4 | 4,365 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadhurst School 19 Greencroft Gardens , NW6 3LP | - not rated | 574 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bridge House Pre-Prep School 8 Netherhall Gardens , NW3 5RR | - not rated | 876 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Hampstead High School 3 Maresfield Gardens , London NW3 5SS | - not rated | 910 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Southbank International School Hampstead 16 Netherhall Gardens , NW3 5TH | - not rated | 964 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central School of Speech and Drama 64 Eton Avenue , Swiss Cottage NW3 3HY | - not rated | 1,112 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bright Horizons West Hampstead Day Nursery and Preschool | 11 Woodchurch Road | 305 yd | |
| BOHEMIA HOUSE | 74 West End Lane | 331 yd | |
| Sushi Tokoro | 2 Broadwell Parade, Broadhurst Gardens | 333 yd | |
| Pisu sapori Italiani | 6-8 Broadwell Parade, Broadhurst Gardens | 341 yd | |
| Pham House | 182 Broadhurst Gardens | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acol Bridge Club | 86 West End Lane | 349 yd | |
| Railway | 100 West End Lane | 379 yd | |
| The Gallery | 190 Broadhurst Gardens | 392 yd | |
| Heads + Tails | 175 West End Lane | 425 yd | |
| Green Village Deli | 57 Belsize Road | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAAKOO | 104 West End Lane | 420 yd | |
| TREE OF LIFE LONDON LTD | 134 West End Lane | 493 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 1, Hardy Building, Heritage Lane | 516 yd | |
| Lezzes express/ West End Charcoal Grill | 140 West End Lane | 517 yd | |
| Paul UK Ltd | Unit 4, West Hampstead Square, West End Lane | 526 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Camden Abbey Road local- Junction of Abbey Road and, Belsize Road | 442 yd | |
| FAIR SUPERMARKET | 93 Fairfax Road | 603 yd | |
| Waitrose and Partners | 199 Finchley Road | 651 yd | |
| J Sainsburys Plc | Unit 1a, The O2 Centre, 255 Finchley Road | 665 yd | |
| ALDI STORES LTD | 255 Finchley Road | 665 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St James Church Community Arts Venue SHERRIFF ROAD | 417 yd | |
| Mazenod Community Centre MAZENOD AVENUE | 599 yd | |
| Virgin Active Club (Swiss Cottage) O2 CENTRE O2 CENTRE FINCHLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 659 yd |
| Jack Taylor School (Closed) Ainsworth Way | 672 yd | |
| Kilburn Grange Park MESSINA AVENUE | tennis courts | 783 yd |
| South Hampstead High School 1-3 1-3 MARESFIELD GARDENS | health and fitness suite | 812 yd |
| Profiles For Women (Kilburn) (Closed) 50-52 50-52 Kilburn High Road | health and fitness suite | 854 yd |
| Cumberland Lawn Tennis Club And Hampstead Cricket Club ALVANLEY GARDENS | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 911 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Kilburn) 34A-36 34A-36 KILBURN HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 918 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Maida Vale) GREVILLE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 984 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 134.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.