Flower Lane is in London and in Barnet district. NW7 2JA is located in the Mill Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hendon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Flower Lane, London, NW7 2JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NW7 2JB, NW7 2LW, NW7 2HY, NW7 2JG, NW7 2JE, NW7 3TE, NW7 2JD, NW7 4RU, NW7 3TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NW7 2JA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 50.5% | 48.9% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 51.1% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 NW7 2JA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.6% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.2% | 28.5% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 52.6% | 4.1% | 44.2% | 8.4% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.9% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 52.6% | 58.1% | 5.5% | 48.4% | 9.7% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 29.2% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 8.2% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
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 59.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 13.8% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 3.3% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 9.2% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 8.9% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.8% | 59.3% | 13.5% | 33.8% | 25.5% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 7.4% | 5.9% | -1.5% | 1.6% | 4.3% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 78.5% | 75.5% | -3.0% | 81.4% | -5.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 1.2% | 5.3% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 3.7% |
In this area, 66.9% 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 | 74.5% | 66.9% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -16.3% |
| European Union | 10.8% | 12.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.6% | 13.2% | 4.6% | 5.6% | 7.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.3% | 66.6% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -16.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 22.4% | 20.6% | 9.8% | 12.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.3% | 5.5% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.5% | 1.3% | -4.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 16% | 4.2% | -11.8% | 1.9% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 2.7% | 13.5% | -10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 16.7% | 37.2% | -20.5% |
| Christian | 34.7% | 46.2% | -11.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.8% |
| Jewish | 31.2% | 0.5% | 30.7% |
| Muslim | 4.8% | 6.5% | -1.7% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Flower Lane was 96.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.2% higher than the Mill Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Flower Lane has the 15th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Mill Hill and the 348th highest crime rate of 1,055 local areas in Barnet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% 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 42 Titan Court, 1 Flower Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,150,000 | 2025-01-22 | £1,071,891 |
| Flat 38 Titan Court, 1 Flower Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2024-11-01 | £509,714 |
| Flat 5 Titan Court, 1 Flower Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2024-04-03 | £520,876 |
| Flat 29 Titan Court, 1 Flower Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2023-11-09 | £546,029 |
| Flat 24 Titan Court, 1 Flower Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2023-05-31 | £575,930 |
NW7 2JA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
NW7 2JA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moss Hall Nursery School 189 Nether Street , Finchley N3 1NR | 4out of 4 | 4,393 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etz Chaim Jewish Primary School 20 Daws Lane , NW7 4SL | 3out of 4 | 416 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orion Primary School Grahame Park Way , NW7 2AL | 4out of 4 | 790 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mathilda Marks-Kennedy Jewish Primary School 68 Hale Lane , Mill Hill NW7 3RT | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft Junior School Goldbeaters Grove , HA8 0QF | - not rated | 977 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft Infant School Goldbeaters Grove , Burnt Oak HA8 0QF | - not rated | 977 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copthall School Pursley Road , Mill Hill NW7 2EP | - not rated | 1,157 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Copthall School Pursley Road , Mill Hill NW7 2EP | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hasmonean High School for Girls 2 - 4 Page Street , Mill Hill NW7 2EU | 3out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St James' Catholic High School Great Strand , Colindale NW9 5PE | 3out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saracens High School Corner Mead , NW9 4AS | 3out of 4 | 1,740 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furzehill Middle School Furzehill Road , WD6 2EF | - not rated | 5,148 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendon College Corner Mead , Grahame Park Way NW9 5RA | - not rated | 1,421 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanmore College Elm Park , HA7 4BQ | - not rated | 5,000 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's and St John's CofE School Bennett House , Sunningfields Road NW4 4QR | 3out of 4 | 3,154 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's and St John's CofE School Bennett House , Sunningfields Road NW4 4QR | - not rated | 3,154 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| London Academy Spur Road , HA8 8DE | 3out of 4 | 3,453 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin's School 22 Goodwyn Avenue , Mill Hill NW7 3RG | - not rated | 276 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodwyn School Hammers Lane , Mill Hill NW7 4DB | - not rated | 664 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill School The Ridgeway , Mill Hill NW7 1QS | - not rated | 1,168 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Mill Hill School Foundation The Ridgeway , Mill Hill Village NW7 1QS | - not rated | 1,172 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School Winterstoke House , Wills Grove NW7 1QR | - not rated | 1,222 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PizzaExpress/Mac & Wings | 92 The Broadway, London | 134 yd | |
| Turcuisine Meze & Grill | 123 The Broadway, London | 146 yd | |
| Ananas Patisserie | 119 The Broadway, London | 146 yd | |
| De Rada Brasserie | 103 The Broadway, London | 146 yd | |
| Bank Food And Drink | 75 The Broadway, London | 153 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Services Club | Mill Hill Services Club Ltd, 11 Hartley Avenue, London | 84 yd | |
| The Bridge Tavern | 9 The Broadway, London | 346 yd | |
| Three Hammers Public House | Three Hammers, Hammers Lane, London | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gourmet Grill | 113 The Broadway, London | 146 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 111 The Broadway, London | 146 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 127 The Broadway, London | 184 yd | |
| Cobans Grill | 7 Station Road, London | 340 yd | |
| Shake Tastic | 1 Hale Lane, London | 501 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 43 The Broadway, London | 247 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 59 The Broadway, London | 247 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 3 The Broadway, London | 346 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anytime Fitness (London Mill Hill) TITAN COURT TITAN COURT FLOWER LANE | health and fitness suite | 75 yd |
| Mill Hill Park Daws Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 491 yd |
| Orion Primary School GRAHAME PARK WAY | grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Mill Hill Sports Club (Closed) Grahame Park Way | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 874 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 59.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.