NW3 Postcode District
NW3 is one of 13 NW Postcode Districts for the London Post town in Greater London
The NW3 postcode district is located in the NW London - NW postal area, NW3 has a population of 49,336 residents according to the 2021 England and Wales Census..
The area of the district is 2.63 square miles (6.81 square kilometres or 1,683.63 acres).
A wide range of spatial data has been analysed to present this overview of NW3. If you would like anything added, please contact us.
Map of NW3
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Larger circles indicate higher recorded crime totals.
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District overview
In the NW3 postcode district, the primary settlement is Camden, located in the Greater London county. Other significant settlements include Barnet. The main post town in this district is London.
There are 8 postcode sectors within the district. Here's a breakdown:
The sector NW3 1, covers Camden in Greater London.
The sector NW3 2, covers Camden in Greater London.
The sector NW3 3, covers Camden in Greater London.
The sector NW3 4, covers Camden in Greater London.
The sector NW3 5, covers Camden in Greater London.
The sector NW3 6, covers Camden in Greater London.
The sector NW3 7, covers Camden and Barnet in Greater London.
The sector NW3 9 is non-geographic. It's often designated for PO Boxes, large organisations, or special services.
The post town for this district is LONDON.
When it comes to local government, postal geography often disregards political borders. However, this district intersects the following councils: the district mostly encompasses the Camden London Boro (1309 postal codes), and finally, the Barnet London Boro area (28 postal codes).
Postcode sectors and neighbouring districts
Nearest towns
To help place the district geographically, here are nearby towns and their approximate direction from the district centre.
| Town | Distance (miles) | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| City of Westminster | 4.33 | SSE |
| City of London | 4.55 | SE |
| Borehamwood | 8.24 | NNW |
| Potters Bar | 9.65 | N |
| Bushey | 10.24 | NW |
| Radlett | 10.81 | NW |
| Waltham Cross | 10.83 | NE |
| Cheshunt | 11.60 | NNE |
| Chigwell | 11.61 | ENE |
| Watford | 11.75 | NW |
| Waltham Abbey | 12.19 | NE |
| Loughton | 12.46 | NE |
| Rickmansworth | 13.94 | WNW |
| Sunbury-on-Thames | 14.19 | SW |
| Hatfield | 14.59 | N |
| Ewell | 14.64 | SSW |
| Ashford | 15.07 | SW |
| St Albans | 15.31 | NNW |
| Esher | 15.33 | SSW |
| Hoddesdon | 15.62 | NNE |
Postcode information
Total geographical postcodes: 1,293
| Location | Post Town | Sector | Number of postcodes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 2 | 232 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 4 | 189 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 1 | 183 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 6 | 172 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 5 | 171 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 7 | 144 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 3 | 126 |
| Barnet | LONDON | NW3 7 | 27 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 3 | 25 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 2 | 8 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 6 | 7 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 7 | 4 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 7 | 3 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 3 | 1 |
| Camden | LONDON | NW3 7 | 1 |
Street list for NW3
BIRCHWOOD DRIVE
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20401383
FIRECREST DRIVE
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20401384
FROGNAL COURT
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20400418
FROGNAL WAY
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20499164
GAINSBOROUGH GARDENS
HAMPSTEAD TOWN, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20400084
GRANGE GARDENS
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20499062
HEYSHAM LANE
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20401470
MANSION GARDENS
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20401402
OAK HILL PARK
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20400135
OAK HILL PARK
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20400135
OAK HILL PARK MEWS
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20400136
OAK HILL WAY
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20400133
OAK HILL WAY
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20400133
PRINCE ARTHUR MEWS
HAMPSTEAD TOWN, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20400162
PRINCE ARTHUR MEWS
HAMPSTEAD TOWN, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20400162
SPEDAN CLOSE
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20402816
SUMPTER CLOSE
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20401322
TELEGRAPH HILL
FROGNAL AND FITZJOHNS, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20400052
UPPER HAMPSTEAD WALK
HAMPSTEAD TOWN, London, Greater London
Restricted Local Access Road
USRN: 20499131
Crime overview
Top streets by recorded crime
| Street | Crime count |
|---|---|
| FINCHLEY ROAD A41 | 1266 |
| FINCHLEY ROAD A41 | 1266 |
| FINCHLEY ROAD A41 | 1266 |
| HAVERSTOCK HILL A502 | 883 |
| HAVERSTOCK HILL A502 | 883 |
| ELIZABETH MEWS | 386 |
| COLLEGE CRESCENT B511 | 361 |
| COLLEGE CRESCENT B511 | 361 |
| HAMPSTEAD HIGH STREET A502 | 274 |
| ADELAIDE ROAD B509 | 250 |
Most common crime types
| Crime type | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 2566 |
| Shoplifting | 1857 |
| Theft from the person | 1825 |
| Vehicle crime | 1655 |
| Other theft | 1533 |
| Burglary | 1133 |
| Public order | 883 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 674 |
| Robbery | 548 |
| Drugs | 281 |
| Bicycle theft | 280 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 103 |
| Other crime | 95 |
| Possession of weapons | 45 |
Retail and shopping
| Street | Town | Locality | Number of shops | Central postcode | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FINCHLEY ROAD | LONDON | 209 | NW3 6LU | View map | |
| HEATH STREET | LONDON | 74 | NW3 1DL | View map | |
| HAMPSTEAD HIGH STREET | LONDON | 64 | NW3 1QA | View map | |
| HAVERSTOCK HILL | LONDON | 64 | NW3 4QS | View map | |
| SOUTH END ROAD | LONDON | 31 | NW3 2PY | View map | |
| ENGLANDS LANE | LONDON | 30 | NW3 4TG | View map | |
| BELSIZE LANE | LONDON | 22 | NW3 5AR | View map | |
| ROSSLYN HILL | LONDON | 18 | NW3 1ND | View map | |
| FLEET ROAD | LONDON | 17 | NW3 2QX | View map | |
| FLASK WALK | LONDON | 14 | NW3 1HJ | View map | |
| MANSFIELD ROAD | LONDON | 13 | NW3 2HU | View map | |
| ADELAIDE ROAD | LONDON | 10 | NW3 3QE | View map | |
| PERRINS COURT | LONDON | 8 | NW3 1QS | View map | |
| COLLEGE CRESCENT | LONDON | 7 | NW3 5DN | View map | |
| POND STREET | LONDON | 7 | NW3 2PN | View map | |
| WINCHESTER ROAD | LONDON | 6 | NW3 3NR | View map |
Schools in the district
New End Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Streatley Place , Hampstead , London
Postcode: NW3 1HU
Headteacher: Ms Karyn Ray (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Christ Church Primary School, Hampstead
Phase: Primary
Address:
Christ Church Hill , London
Postcode: NW3 1JH
Headteacher: Mrs Katy Forsdyke (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Outstanding
The Academy School
Phase: Not applicable
Address:
2 Pilgrims Place , Rosslyn Hill , Hampstead , London
Postcode: NW3 1NG
Headteacher: Mr Garth Evans (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Outstanding
Rosary Catholic Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
238 Haverstock Hill , Hampstead , London
Postcode: NW3 2AE
Headteacher: Miss Sophie Kennedy (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Haverstock School
Phase: Secondary
Address:
24 Haverstock Hill , Chalk Farm , London
Postcode: NW3 2BQ
Headteacher: Ms Katie Metselaar (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Gospel Oak Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Mansfield Road , London
Postcode: NW3 2JB
Headteacher: Mr John Hayes (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Outstanding
Heath School
Phase: Not applicable
Address:
Agincourt Road , London
Postcode: NW3 2NY
Headteacher: Mr Alex Wilson (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Royal Free Hospital Children's School
Phase: Not applicable
Address:
Floor 6 - 6 West B , Pond Street , London
Postcode: NW3 2QG
Headteacher: Mr Alex Yates (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Outstanding
Fleet Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Fleet Road , London
Postcode: NW3 2QT
Headteacher: Donald McGibbon (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
The UCL Academy
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Adelaide Road , Swiss Cottage , Camden
Postcode: NW3 3AQ
Headteacher: Simon McBride (Co-Principal)
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
St Paul's Church of England Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Elsworthy Road , Primrose Hill , London
Postcode: NW3 3DS
Headteacher: Mr Clive Hale (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Gloucester House, The Tavistock Children's Day Unit
Phase: Not applicable
Address:
33 Daleham Gardens , London
Postcode: NW3 5BU
Headteacher: Mr Tom Milson (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Maria Montessori School
Phase: Not applicable
Address:
26 Lyndhurst Gardens , London
Postcode: NW3 5NW
Headteacher: Mrs Michel Capobianco (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
LSI Independent College
Phase: Not applicable
Address:
13 Lyndhurst Terrace
Postcode: NW3 5QA
Headteacher: Mr David Immanuel
Ofsted rating: Good
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, NW3
Phase: Primary
Address:
Trinity Walk , Maresfield Gardens , London
Postcode: NW3 5SQ
Headteacher: Mrs Laura Hall (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Fitzjohn's Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
86A Fitzjohn's Avenue , London
Postcode: NW3 6NP
Headteacher: Mr Rob Earrey (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Hampstead Parochial Church of England Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Hampstead Parochial School , Holly Bush Vale , Hampstead , London
Postcode: NW3 6TX
Headteacher: Mrs Laura Hall
Ofsted rating: Good
St Luke's Church of England School
Phase: Primary
Address:
12 Kidderpore Avenue , London
Postcode: NW3 7SU
Headteacher: Ms Jo Iwanicki
Ofsted rating: Good
Healthcare services
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Practice On The Hill | 36 ROSSLYN HILL, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 1NH | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 2 | Albany Dental Centre | 50 HAVERSTOCK HILL, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 2BH | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 3 | Dental Surgery | 4 BRAY, FELLOWS ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 3JX | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 4 | N W London Smile Centre | 5-6 REGENCY PARADE, FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 5EG | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 5 | Dental Practice | 91 HEATH STREET, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 6SS | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 6 | Malmin Orthodontics | 300 FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, NW3 7AG | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 7 | Heath Street Dental | 116 HEATH STREET, LONDON, NW3 1DR | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 8 | Willow Tree Dental And Orthodontic Centre | 28-29 NORTHWAYS PARADE, LONDON, NW3 5DN | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 9 | The London Centre For Cosmetic Dentistry Limited | 93 HAVERSTOCK HILL, LONDON, NW3 4RL | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 10 | Cricklewood Dental Practice | 309 FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, NW3 6EH | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Park End Surgery | 3 PARK END, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 2SE | GP PRACTICE | Call 020 74357282 |
| 2 | Hampstead Group Practice | 75 FLEET ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 2QU | GP PRACTICE | Call 020 74354000 |
| 3 | Adelaide Medical Centre | 111 ADELAIDE ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 3RY | GP PRACTICE | Call 020 77224135 |
| 4 | Keats Group Practice | 1B DOWNSHIRE HILL, LONDON, NW3 1NR | GP PRACTICE | Call 020 34354672 |
| 5 | Daleham Gardens Health Centre | 5 DALEHAM GARDENS, LONDON, NW3 5BY | GP PRACTICE | Call 020 31120800 |
| 6 | Swiss Cottage Surgery | 2 WINCHESTER MEWS, SWISS COTTAGE, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 3NP | GP PRACTICE | Call 020 77222772 |
| 7 | Roy Shaw Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3 | ROY SHAW CENTRE, 3-5 CRESSY ROAD, LONDON, NW3 2ND | BRANCH SURGERY | No contact details listed |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boots | 191 HAVERSTOCK HILL, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 4QG | PHARMACY | Call 020 77942235 |
| 2 | Village Pharmacy | 8-9 BELSIZE TERRACE, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 4AX | PHARMACY | Call 020 77942178 |
| 3 | Boots | 14 HARBEN PARADE, FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 6JP | PHARMACY | Call 020 77221443 |
| 4 | Hampstead Heath Pharmacy | 35 SOUTH END ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 2PY | PHARMACY | Call 020 74357075 |
| 5 | Superdrug Pharmacy | 3 HARBEN PARADE, FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 6JP | PHARMACY | Call 020 77222490 |
| 6 | Boots | 40 HAMPSTEAD HIGH STREET, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 1QE | PHARMACY | Call 020 74350599 |
| 7 | Keats Pharmacy Ltd | 30 ROSSLYN HILL, HAMPSTEAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 1NH | PHARMACY | Call 020 74350587 |
| 8 | Allchins & Co Chemist | 28 ENGLANDS LANE, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 4UE | PHARMACY | Call 020 77221095 |
| 9 | House Of Mistry (chemist) | 15 SOUTH END ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 2PT | PHARMACY | Call 020 77940848 |
| 10 | Pharmacy Republic | 100 FLEET ROAD, HAMPSTEAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 2QX | PHARMACY | No contact details listed |
| 11 | Macey Chemist | 68 MANSFIELD ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 2HU | PHARMACY | Call 02072 674515 |
| 12 | Ritz Pharmacy | 43 HEATH STREET, LONDON, NW3 6UA | PHARMACY | Call 02077 947781 |
| 13 | Green Light Pharmacy | 27-29 WINCHESTER ROAD, LONDON, NW3 3NR | PHARMACY | Call 02075 868730 |
| 14 | Dales Pharmacy | 463 FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, NW3 6HN | PHARMACY | Call 02074 354813 |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Optimax Laser Eye Clinic (finchley Rd, London) | 128 FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 5HT | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 2 | Optimax Laser Eye Clinic (canary Wharf, London) | 128 FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 5HT | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 3 | Boots Opticians (hampstead) | 24-26 HEATH STREET, HAMPSTEAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 6TE | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 4 | Vision Express (hampstead) | 54 HEATH STREET, HAMPSTEAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 1DL | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 5 | Icon The Opticians - South End Rd | 23 SOUTH END ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 2PT | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 6 | Optique 2020 (194 Haverstock Hill) | 194 HAVERSTOCK HILL, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 2AJ | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 7 | Andrews Opticians | 153 HAVERSTOCK HILL, HAMPSTEAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 4QT | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 8 | Malcolm Coates Opticians | 11 NEW COLLEGE PARADE, FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 5EP | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 9 | David Clulow Opticians (hampstead) | 73 HAMPSTEAD HIGH STREET, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 1QX | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 10 | Alexander Opticians - Elsworthy Terrace | 14B ELSWORTHY TERRACE, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 3DR | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 11 | Specsavers (swiss Cottage, London) | 171 FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 6LB | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 12 | Perspective Optometrists | 8 ENGLANDS LANE, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 4TG | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 13 | Gill Eyecare Ltd (haverstock Hill) | 201 HAVERSTOCK HILL, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 4QG | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 14 | Vision Express (swiss Cottage) | 4 HARBEN PARADE, FINCHLEY ROAD, CAMDEN, LONDON, GREATER LONDON, NW3 6JP | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 15 | Raam Healthcare Ltd T/a Miltons Eyecare | 38 HEATH STREET, LONDON, NW3 6TE | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 16 | Personal Eyez Ltd | 2 HARBEN PARADE, FINCHLEY ROAD, LONDON, NW3 6JP | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
Property and housing
Yearly house price averages for the district
| Type of property | 2025 average | 2025 sales | 2024 average | 2024 sales | 2023 average | 2023 sales | 2022 average | 2022 sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £6,028,263 | 19 | £5,985,958 | 33 | £6,463,826 | 21 | £5,477,179 | 39 |
| Semi-detached | £3,722,594 | 27 | £4,528,661 | 28 | £4,015,654 | 39 | £4,871,736 | 29 |
| Terraced | £2,506,263 | 58 | £2,397,964 | 99 | £2,874,983 | 66 | £2,604,718 | 105 |
| Flats | £1,005,285 | 441 | £1,072,955 | 582 | £1,020,285 | 497 | £1,126,497 | 546 |
Transport and connectivity
Stations in the district
Hampstead Heath
CRS Code: HDH
Operator: LO
Line: North London Line|East Midland Main Line
Company: London Overground
Finchley Road & Frognal
CRS Code: FNY
Operator: LO
Line: Chiltern Main Line|North London Line|London to Aylesbury Line|East Midland Main Line
Company: London Overground
Accessible motorway junctions
M1 J1
Average Driving Time from within the district: 8.17
Average Driving Distance: 3.91
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1335
M1 J4
Average Driving Time from within the district: 15.17
Average Driving Distance: 9.26
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1292
M4 J2
Average Driving Time from within the district: 21.72
Average Driving Distance: 11.36
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1335
Royal Mail delivery and sorting offices
| Postal sector | Delivery office |
|---|---|
| NW3 1 | Hampstead Sdelivery Office |
| NW3 2 | Hampstead Sdelivery Office |
| NW3 3 | Hampstead Sdelivery Office |
| NW3 4 | Hampstead Sdelivery Office |
| NW3 5 | Hampstead Sdelivery Office |
| NW3 6 | Hampstead Sdelivery Office |
| NW3 7 | Hampstead Sdelivery Office |
Postcode format
| N | W | 3 | - | X | X | X |
| N | W | 3 | Space | Numeric | Letter | Letter |
Tourist attractions
We found 4 visitor attractions in or around this district.
| Name | Category | Detail | Map |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fenton House | Historic Properties | Historic House / House and Garden / Palace | View map |
| 2 Willow Road | Historic Properties | Historic House / House and Garden / Palace | View map |
| Kenwood House | Historic Properties | Historic House / House and Garden / Palace | View map |
| Keats House | Historic Properties | Historic House / House and Garden / Palace | View map |
Administrative and boundary notes
The NW3 postal code covers the settlement of LONDON.
The NW3 Postcode shares a border with N6 (HORNSEY, LONDON), NW11 (GOLDERS GREEN), NW2 (LONDON, CRICKLEWOOD), NW5 (LONDON), NW6 (LONDON), NW1 (LONDON) and NW8 (LONDON).
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