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NW5 2XA local report: crime, schools, demographics and planning in Camden
LocaleIQ report for NW5 2XA: crime, schools, demographics, planning and local change, property prices with source dates, nearby context and links to broader area pages.
Short verdict for NW5 2XA
Generated 26 Apr 2026NW5 2XA sits in Kentish Town North, Camden. LocaleIQ rates current local change pressure as high change pressure (13/100). 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 13/100 (High Change Pressure).
- Crime trend: Crime pressure is running hotter than the previous month. (+4% vs previous month).
- Census 2021 population density is 14,812 people per sq km.
- 12 state schools are within 1 mile; 11 have an inspection rating in LocaleIQ.
- 12298 planning records are currently matched to the report radius.
- 30 roadworks or street-disruption records are matched nearby.
- 256 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: Multi-way signals.
14 May 2026 - 15 May 2026 - 255 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Highway 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: Multi-way signals.
14 May 2026 - 15 May 2026 - 241 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
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 - 398 m - Camden Planning
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area at 112 Torriano Avenue London NW5 2SD
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area. FRONT GARDEN: 1 x Holly (T1) - Coppice at ground level to regenerate hedge.
20 Apr 2026 - 230 m - Camden Planning
Approval of Reserved Matters at 26 Leverton Street London NW5 2PJ
Approval of Reserved Matters. Details of condition 4 (Materials) relating to planning permission 2025/2910/P dated 20/02/2026 for ground floor rear extension and internal refurbishment of the property.
16 Apr 2026 - 248 m - Camden Planning
Approval of Details at 40 Leighton Road London NW5 2QE
Approval of Details. Partial discharge for details pursuant to Condition 3 (Parts A and C) for application 2024/5150/P (dated 30/12/2024) for 'Erection of a first floor rear extension with rear window, new window and green roof at first floor level, new front railings, new juliette blacony to the rear, replacement of windows to the front and rear, new rooflights on the rear roofslope and alterations to fenestrations.'
14 Apr 2026 - 163 m - Camden Planning
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area at 33 Countess Road London NW5 2XH
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area. REAR GARDEN: 1 x Purple Plum (T1) - Fell to ground level. 1 x Olive (T2) - Trim by approx. 1m to tidy.
14 Apr 2026 - 189 m - Camden Planning
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area at 29 Montpelier Grove London NW5 2XE
Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area. REAR GARDEN: 1 x Lime (Tilia spp.) (T1) - Fell to ground level. All works to be undertaken in accordance with BS39982010 - Tree Work Recommendations.
9 Apr 2026 - 58 m - Camden Planning
Nearby context for NW5 2XA
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Common questions about NW5 2XA
Is NW5 2XA a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores current local change pressure as 13/100 (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 2XA?
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 2XA?
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 2XA?
LocaleIQ matched NW5 2XA to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.