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NW5 3BT local report: crime, schools, demographics and planning in Camden
LocaleIQ report for NW5 3BT: crime, schools, demographics, planning and local change, property prices with source dates, nearby context and links to broader area pages.
Short verdict for NW5 3BT
Generated 26 Apr 2026NW5 3BT 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 pressure is running hotter than the previous month. (+3% vs previous month).
- Census 2021 population density is 14,951 people per sq km.
- 12 state schools are within 1 mile; 10 have an inspection rating in LocaleIQ.
- 20212 planning records are currently matched to the report radius.
- 32 roadworks or street-disruption records are matched nearby.
- 320 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 - 357 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Householder Application at 8 Cathcart Street London Camden NW5 3BL
Householder Application. Lower ground floor rear extension and creation of front lightwell, replacement windows, changes to rear fenestration and associated works including privacy screen, new side boundary fencing and replacement front railings and steps.
21 Apr 2026 - 81 m - Camden Planning
Full Planning Permission at 65 - 69 Holmes Road London NW5 3AN
Full Planning Permission. Relocation of one existing fire exit door and the installation of an additional fire exit door on the southern (Azania Mews) elevation of the building.
14 Apr 2026 - 112 m - Camden Planning
Certificate of Lawfulness (Proposed) at McDonald's 293-299 Kentish Town Road London NW5 2AB
Certificate of Lawfulness (Proposed). Certificate of lawfulness (proposed) for the unrestricted operation of the restaurant (24 hours a day).
13 Apr 2026 - 175 m - Camden Planning
Full Planning Permission at 34 Prince Of Wales Road London Camden NW5 3LG
Full Planning Permission. Erection of part single/part two storey rear extension and change of use of house into three flats. Erection of replacement of rear outbuilding.
7 Apr 2026 - 247 m - Camden Planning
Approval of Details at Basement Flat 30 Inkerman Road London NW5 3BT
Approval of Details. Details pursuant to Condition 5 (landscaping details) of planning permission 2025/5534/P dated 06/02/2026 for "Erection of a single storey side and rear extension, formation of a roof terrace with associated railings above the extension, and replacement of doors and windows to front elevation at basement level."
10 Mar 2026 - 8 m - Camden Planning
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 - 370 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
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 - 418 m - Camden Planning
Nearby context for NW5 3BT
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Common questions about NW5 3BT
Is NW5 3BT 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 NW5 3BT?
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 3BT?
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 3BT?
LocaleIQ matched NW5 3BT to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.