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NW1 9AA local report: crime, schools, demographics and planning in Camden
LocaleIQ report for NW1 9AA: crime, schools, demographics, planning and local change, property prices with source dates, nearby context and links to broader area pages.
Short verdict for NW1 9AA
Generated 26 Apr 2026NW1 9AA sits in Kentish Town South, Camden. LocaleIQ rates current local change pressure as high change pressure (10/100). 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 10/100 (High Change Pressure).
- Crime trend: Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. (-1% vs previous month).
- Census 2021 population density is 14,812 people per sq km.
- 12 state schools are within 1 mile; 12 have an inspection rating in LocaleIQ.
- 10037 planning records are currently matched to the report radius.
- 31 roadworks or street-disruption records are matched nearby.
- 228 licensed HMO records are visible in the local housing context.
Planning and local change
Open planning tabOther on Torriano Avenue
ALTER AND RELAY DOMESTIC SERVICE 1M FROM MAIN IN FOOTWAY (Proposed).
11 May 2026 - 13 May 2026 - 88 m - Camden Street Works
Householder Application at 59 Camden Mews London NW1 9BY
Householder Application. Erection of a roof extension and roof terrace at 2nd floor level
21 Apr 2026 - 364 m - Camden Planning
Request for Observations to Adjoining Borough at 176 - 178 York Way London N1 0AZ
Request for Observations to Adjoining Borough. Application to vary Condition 2 (Approved Plans) of Planning Permission ref: P2024/0844/FUL dated 13/02/2026, which approved the following: Demolition of existing buildings and erection of a building (Use Class E) including basement levels and provision of Maker Space (Sui Generis) and flexible and mixed Use Class E / Sui Generis floorspace, highways, landscaping and public realm works and all associated and ancillary works and structures. The proposals include the following amendments: - Increase in the number of floors and an increase in Use Class E floorspace - Associated external and internal alterations (DEPARTURE FROM THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN)
20 Apr 2026 - 229 m - Camden Planning
Licensed HMO at 159 York Way London N7 9LN
Additional HMO Licence for up to 6 residents.
17 Apr 2026 - 111 m - Camden HMO Register
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area at Camden Road Hostel 248 - 250 Camden Road London NW1 9HE
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area. FRONT GARDEN: 1 x Tree of Heaven (T2) - Fell to ground level.
10 Apr 2026 - 154 m - Camden Planning
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area at Camden Road Hostel 248 - 250 Camden Road London NW1 9HE
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area. FRONT GARDEN: 1 x Lime (T1) - Reduce crown back to the tallest previously pruned points (approx. 3m). Remove basal suckers and remove any defective branches.
10 Apr 2026 - 154 m - Camden Planning
Approval of Details at The Unicorn 227 Camden Road London NW1 9AA
Approval of Details. Details pursuant to Conditions 4 (Acoustic Separation) and 9 (Green Roof) of planning permission ref. 2022/4514/P (dated 11/09/2024) for: Redevelopment of existing former public house / live music venue (Sui Generis) and ancillary residential accommodation above - including enlargement of existing basement, 1st and 2nd floor extensions (fronting Camden Road and Brecknock Road) and creation of mansard roof above existing building, and associated works - in association with the re-provision of public house / live music venue (Sui Generis) at ground and basement levels (fronting onto Camden Road and Brecknock Road); creation of new flexible Class E floorspace at ground and basement levels (fronting onto Brecknock Road); and the creation of self-contained flats (Class C3) on the upper floors, accessed from Brecknock Road.
2 Apr 2026 - 58 m - Camden Planning
Councils Own Approval of Details at 248-250 Camden Road Hostel Camden Road London Camden NW1 9HE
Councils Own Approval of Details. Details pursuant to condition 43 (hostel management plan) of planning permission ref. 2020/3737/P approved on 11/05/2021 (for Redevelopment of the site to include demolition of existing hostel building and the erection of a new 4-6 storey plus basement hostel building (sui generis use) with external stairwell and rear balconies to all levels; erection of 2 x single storey garden buildings; associated works including installation of plant equipment, parking and access arrangements and tree and landscaping works. (Information for the purpose of consultation:he proposed development provides 39 units, which comprise 36 x studios, 2 x 1-beds and 1 x 1-bed wheelchair accessible unit)
30 Mar 2026 - 154 m - Camden Planning
Nearby context for NW1 9AA
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Common questions about NW1 9AA
Is NW1 9AA a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores current local change pressure as 10/100 (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 9AA?
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 9AA?
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 9AA?
LocaleIQ matched NW1 9AA to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.