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NW5 1RE local report: crime, schools, demographics and planning in Camden
LocaleIQ report for NW5 1RE: crime, schools, demographics, planning and local change, property prices with source dates, nearby context and links to broader area pages.
Short verdict for NW5 1RE
Generated 26 Apr 2026NW5 1RE sits in Highgate, Camden. LocaleIQ rates current local change pressure as high change pressure (16/100). 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 16/100 (High Change Pressure).
- Crime trend: Crime pressure is running hotter than the previous month. (+5% vs previous month).
- Census 2021 population density is 2,561 people per sq km.
- 12 state schools are within 1 mile; 9 have an inspection rating in LocaleIQ.
- 11330 planning records are currently matched to the report radius.
- 18 roadworks or street-disruption records are matched nearby.
- 107 licensed HMO records are visible in the local housing context.
Planning and local change
Open planning tabHighway repair and maintenance works on Footway
Highway repair and maintenance works (Works in progress) promoted by LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN. Highway authority: LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN. Traffic management: No carriageway incursion.
24 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2026 - 291 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Full Planning Permission at Flats A & B 51 Croftdown Road London Camden NW5 1EL
Full Planning Permission. Flat A (Ground Floor): Right-hand wing wall is to be set back, and a new window introduced, existing windows and sliding doors are to be replaced with traditional timber French doors. Flat B (First Floor): A side extension incorporating front and rear terraces accessed via three new timber French doors and an additional side window.
14 Apr 2026 - 206 m - Camden Planning
Councils Own Approval of Details at Chester Road Hostel 2 Chester Road London N19 5BP
Councils Own Approval of Details. Details pursuant to condition 3 (Details, Materials and Samples) of planning permission ref. 2020/3461/P dated 11/05/2021 for redevelopment of the site to include demolition of existing hostel building and the erection of a new hostel building (sui generis) formed of 3 x part 3, part 4 storey blocks with 2 x external stairwells arranged around a central courtyard. Associated works include installation of plant equipment, access arrangements and tree and landscaping works.
14 Apr 2026 - 312 m - Camden Planning
Householder Application at 19 Croftdown Road London NW5 1EL
Householder Application. Erection of a replacement single storey rear extension at ground floor level, alterations to the existing first floor rear terrace, and elevation alterations to side elevation at ground floor level and rear elevation at first floor level.
7 Apr 2026 - 126 m - Camden Planning
Householder Application at 43 Croftdown Road London NW5 1EL
Householder Application. Installation of a rear balcony and stair to garden, alterations to the lower ground floor rear closet wing extension including increased height to its rear elevation, replacement roof and changes to its fenestration, installation of timber panelling to the side rear boundary wall and installation of a bin and cycle store within the front garden with alterations to the front boundary treatment.
3 Apr 2026 - 179 m - Camden Planning
Non Material Amendments at 43 Croftdown Road London NW5 1EL
Non Material Amendments. Amendments to planning permission ref 2023/3937/P dated 23/04/2025 for Extension and lowering of existing basement, installation of front lightwell and replace rear window with door NAMELY reduction in width of the basement door on the rear elevation, reduction in the width of the basement lightwell and stairs and installation of a hand rail and amendment to basement elevation and floor plan to correct inconsistency in plans.
23 Mar 2026 - 179 m - Camden Planning
Listed Building Consent at Boundary Wall to Hylda Court Hylda Court 3-5 St Albans Road London NW5 1RE
Listed Building Consent. Partial demolition and alterations to boundary wall behind Hylda Court bordering La Sainte Union Catholic School
5 Mar 2026 - 0 m - Camden Planning
Householder Application at 22 Glenhurst Avenue London NW5 1PS
Householder Application. Erection of rear dormer roof extension.
20 Apr 2026 - 444 m - Camden Planning
Nearby context for NW5 1RE
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Common questions about NW5 1RE
Is NW5 1RE a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores current local change pressure as 16/100 (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 NW5 1RE?
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 NW5 1RE?
12 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
What demographics are available for NW5 1RE?
LocaleIQ matched NW5 1RE to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.