Postcode local report
NW1 2DB local report: crime, schools, demographics and planning in Camden
LocaleIQ report for NW1 2DB: crime, schools, demographics, planning and local change, property prices with source dates, nearby context and links to broader area pages.
Short verdict for NW1 2DB
Generated 26 Apr 2026NW1 2DB sits in St Pancras & Somers Town, Camden. LocaleIQ rates current local change pressure as high change pressure (8/100). Planning applications are the strongest local change signal right now. Use this as a local report: the figures below are postcode, radius, small-area or district-level depending on source.
Key facts
Data says
Sources shown per section - snapshot 26 Apr 2026- LocaleIQ change-pressure score is 8/100 (High Change Pressure).
- Crime trend: Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. (-2% vs previous month).
- Census 2021 population density is 10,104 people per sq km.
- 12 state schools are within 1 mile; 12 have an inspection rating in LocaleIQ.
- 18130 planning records are currently matched to the report radius.
- 71 roadworks or street-disruption records are matched nearby.
- 444 licensed HMO records are visible in the local housing context.
Planning and local change
Open planning tabHighway repair and maintenance works on Carriageway
Highway repair and maintenance works (Works planned) promoted by TRANSPORT FOR LONDON (TFL). Highway authority: LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN. Traffic management: Lane closure.
5 May 2026 - 6 May 2026 - 251 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Utility asset works on Footway, Carriageway
Utility asset works (Works planned) promoted by VIRGIN MEDIA. Highway authority: LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN. Traffic management: Some carriageway incursion.
29 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 - 329 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Remedial works on Footway
Remedial works (Works planned) promoted by VIRGIN MEDIA. Highway authority: LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN. Traffic management: Lane closure.
28 Apr 2026 - 29 Apr 2026 - 315 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Approval of Details at 105-121 Judd Street London WC1H 9NE
Approval of Details. Discharge of details for condition 25 (whole life carbon) of planning permission 2025/1684/P granted on 24 December 2025 for "Variation of conditions 2 (approved drawings) and 20 (fire statement) of planning permission ref. 2022/1817/P dated 10/05/2023 (Erection of roof extensions at third, fourth and fifth floor level with rooftop plan in connection with the continued commercial use of the building (Class E) with associated external alterations to all elevations, public realm improvements; roof terraces at levels three, four and five, provision of cycle parking, waste/recycling storage and other services), namely to: amend design and massing of rooftop plant enclosure and parapets; provide new louvres within existing openings and infill existing windows; provide extended bridge link over lightwell; extend southwest stair core; provide extract flues to roof, and; amend northeast entrance including provision of access ramp.
10 Apr 2026 - 273 m - Camden Planning
Approval of Details at 105-121 Judd Street London WC1H 9NE
Approval of Details. Discharge of details for condition 17 (air source heat pump details) of planning permission 2025/1684/P granted on 24 December 2025 for "Variation of conditions 2 (approved drawings) and 20 (fire statement) of planning permission ref: 2022/1817/P dated 10/05/2023 (Erection of roof extensions at third, fourth and fifth floor level with rooftop plan in connection with the continued commercial use of the building (Class E) with associated external alterations to all elevations, public realm improvements; roof terraces at levels three, four and five, provision of cycle parking, waste/recycling storage and other services), namely to: amend design and massing of rooftop plant enclosure and parapets; provide new louvres within existing openings and infill existing windows; provide extended bridge link over lightwell; extend southwest stair core; provide extract flues to roof, and; amend northeast entrance including provision of access ramp.
10 Apr 2026 - 273 m - Camden Planning
Approval of Details at Land to the North of the British Library 96 Euston Road London NW1 2DB
Approval of Details. Details pursuant to condition 57 (St Pancras Station and Thameslink Box HS1 Assets) of planning permission 2022/1041/P dated 17/07/2024 (for Demolition of the British Library Centre for Conservation, alterations to the British Library and erection of a new building)
20 Mar 2026 - 0 m - Camden Planning
Approval of Details at Land to the North of the British Library 96 Euston Road London NW1 2DB
Approval of Details. Details pursuant to condition 52 (Demolition) of planning permission 2022/1041/P dated 17/07/2024 (for Demolition of the British Library Centre for Conservation, alterations to the British Library and erection of a new building)
20 Mar 2026 - 0 m - Camden Planning
Approval of Details at Land to the North of the British Library 96 Euston Road London NW1 2DB
Approval of Details. Details pursuant to condition 55 (Vibration) of planning permission 2022/1041/P dated 17/07/2024 (for Demolition of the British Library Centre for Conservation, alterations to the British Library and erection of a new building)
20 Mar 2026 - 0 m - Camden Planning
Nearby context for NW1 2DB
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Common questions about NW1 2DB
Is NW1 2DB a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores current local change pressure as 8/100 (High Change Pressure). The report combines local records with wider official context, so treat the result as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near NW1 2DB?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near NW1 2DB?
12 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
What demographics are available for NW1 2DB?
LocaleIQ matched NW1 2DB to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.