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NW1 9AY local report: crime, schools, demographics and planning in Camden
LocaleIQ report for NW1 9AY: crime, schools, demographics, planning and local change, property prices with source dates, nearby context and links to broader area pages.
Short verdict for NW1 9AY
Generated 26 Apr 2026NW1 9AY sits in Camden Square, 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 pressure is running hotter than the previous month. (+1% vs previous month).
- Census 2021 population density is 16,229 people per sq km.
- 12 state schools are within 1 mile; 12 have an inspection rating in LocaleIQ.
- 10455 planning records are currently matched to the report radius.
- 38 roadworks or street-disruption records are matched nearby.
- 246 licensed HMO records are visible in the local housing context.
Planning and local change
Open planning tabHouseholder 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 - 283 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 - 430 m - Camden Planning
Full Planning Permission at Shell Camden 109-113 York Way London N7 9QE
Full Planning Permission. Removal of existing forecourt canopy and replacement with new canopy; installation of electric vehicle charging hubs and associated infrastructure (substation and LV cabinet); removal and replacement of existing subsurface petrol tanks and interceptor; removal of existing pumps and replacement with new pumps to eastern forecourt; associated works.
20 Apr 2026 - 152 m - Camden Planning
Licensed HMO at 159 York Way London N7 9LN
Additional HMO Licence for up to 6 residents.
17 Apr 2026 - 177 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 Lime (T1) - Reduce crown back to the tallest previously pruned points (approx. 3m). Remove basal suckers and remove any defective branches.
10 Apr 2026 - 142 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 Tree of Heaven (T2) - Fell to ground level.
10 Apr 2026 - 142 m - Camden Planning
Application for Works to Tree(s) covered by a TPO at 69 St Augustine's Road London NW1 9RR
Application for Works to Tree(s) covered by a TPO. (TPO REF: C754 2008) FRONT GARDEN: 1 x Lime (T1) - Reduce back to previous points approx. 1.5m reduction.
9 Apr 2026 - 155 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 - 241 m - Camden Planning
Nearby context for NW1 9AY
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Common questions about NW1 9AY
Is NW1 9AY 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 9AY?
Crime pressure is running hotter than the previous month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near NW1 9AY?
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 9AY?
LocaleIQ matched NW1 9AY to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.