Parkside is in London and in Barnet district. NW7 2LJ 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 Parkside, London, NW7 2LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NW7 2LH, NW7 2LX, NW7 2LT, NW7 2LU, NW7 2NA, NW7 2LY, NW7 2LN, NW7 2BD, NW7 2ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NW7 2LJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% 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 | 52.8% | 54.2% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 47.2% | 45.8% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NW7 2LJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.5% 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 | 19.2% | 22.9% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72% | 64.5% | -7.5% | 44.2% | 20.3% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -4.7% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 6.1% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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%) 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 | 57.5% | 54.6% | -2.9% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 32.4% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 11.9% | 4.5% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 NW7 2LJ this area, 9.2% 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 57.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.6% | 9.2% | 3.6% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 6.8% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.3% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 12.6% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 50% | 57.3% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 23.5% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.9% 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 | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 6.3% | 8.4% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 74.9% | 74.9% | 0.0% | 81.4% | -6.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 76.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 76.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| European Union | 4% | 7.3% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 6.6% | 5.1% | -1.5% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.4% | 10.2% | 1.8% | 5.6% | 4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77% | 77.4% | 0.4% | 83.2% | -5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 19.3% | 18.2% | 9.8% | 9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.4% | 0.5% | -16.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.3% | 76.7% | 13.6% |
| Ireland | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 0.5% | 13.5% | -13.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 11.4% | 37.2% | -25.8% |
| Christian | 22.8% | 46.2% | -23.4% |
| Hindu | 5.4% | 1.7% | 3.7% |
| Jewish | 46.6% | 0.5% | 46.1% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parkside was 37.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.3% lower than the Mill Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parkside has the 14th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Mill Hill and the 253rd lowest crime rate of 1,055 local areas in Barnet .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Parkside, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,040,000 | 2025-08-12 | £993,401 |
| 3 Parkside, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £2,260,000 | 2025-01-17 | £2,163,177 |
| 5 Parkside, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,475,000 | 2023-06-01 | £1,390,021 |
| 1 Parkside, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £2,565,000 | 2022-06-01 | £2,290,270 |
| 17 Parkside, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,150,000 | 2022-02-24 | £1,127,168 |
NW7 2LJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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 2LJ 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 3,879 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 | 464 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orion Primary School Grahame Park Way , NW7 2AL | 4out of 4 | 669 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dollis Junior School Pursley Road , Mill Hill NW7 2BU | - not rated | 1,055 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dollis Primary School Pursley Road , Mill Hill NW7 2BU | 3out of 4 | 1,055 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dollis Primary School Pursley Road , Mill Hill NW7 2BU | - not rated | 1,055 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 | 463 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Copthall School Pursley Road , Mill Hill NW7 2EP | 3out of 4 | 463 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hasmonean High School for Girls 2 - 4 Page Street , Mill Hill NW7 2EU | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St James' Catholic High School Great Strand , Colindale NW9 5PE | 3out of 4 | 1,202 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saracens High School Corner Mead , NW9 4AS | 3out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Free schools | 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 | 941 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Imperial College London Mathematics School C/O Woodhouse College , Woodhouse Road N12 9EY | - not rated | 5,218 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | More About School | |
| Woodhouse College Woodhouse Road , N12 9EY | - not rated | 5,218 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse College Woodhouse Road , N12 9EY | - not rated | 5,218 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | 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 | 2,489 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 | 2,489 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| London Academy Spur Road , HA8 8DE | 3out of 4 | 4,085 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wren Academy Finchley Hilton Avenue , North Finchley N12 9HB | 4out of 4 | 5,272 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodwyn School Hammers Lane , Mill Hill NW7 4DB | - not rated | 835 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's School 22 Goodwyn Avenue , Mill Hill NW7 3RG | - not rated | 974 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Pre-Preparatory School Winterstoke House , Wills Grove NW7 1QR | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount School Milespit Hill , Mill Hill NW7 2RX | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | 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 |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Park Cafe | Mill Hill Park, Wise Lane, London | 409 yd | |
| PizzaExpress/Mac & Wings | 92 The Broadway, London | 822 yd | |
| The Pizza People | 40 The Broadway, London | 830 yd | |
| T.AMO Bubble Tea | 42 The Broadway, London | 835 yd | |
| Bank Food And Drink | 75 The Broadway, London | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Services Club | Mill Hill Services Club Ltd, 11 Hartley Avenue, London | 695 yd | |
| Mill Hill Rugby Club | Mill Hill Rugby Football Club, Champions Way, London | 817 yd | |
| Powerleague Fives Limited | Powerleague Soccer Centre, 31 Pursley Road, London | 918 yd | |
| The Bridge Tavern | 9 The Broadway, London | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gourmet Grill | 113 The Broadway, London | 852 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 111 The Broadway, London | 852 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 127 The Broadway, London | 878 yd | |
| Cobans Grill | 7 Station Road, London | 883 yd | |
| Shake Tastic | 1 Hale Lane, London | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 43 The Broadway, London | 893 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 59 The Broadway, London | 893 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 3 The Broadway, London | 943 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Park Daws Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 521 yd |
| Copthall School PAGE STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 539 yd |
| Chase Lodge Playing Fields Page Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 679 yd |
| Orion Primary School GRAHAME PARK WAY | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (London Mill Hill) TITAN COURT TITAN COURT FLOWER LANE | health and fitness suite | 777 yd |
| Mill Hill Sports Club (Closed) Grahame Park Way | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 791 yd |
| Mill Hill Rugby Club Page Street | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Barnet College (Grahame Park Campus) (Closed) Grahame Park Way | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 882 yd |
| Hasmonean Girls School PAGE STREET | 893 yd | |
| Powerleague (Mill Hill) PURSLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 922 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 | 75.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.