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West Hendon

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About

West Hendon ward is situated in the borough of Barnet, bordering the Brent Reservoir to the west. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of housing types including post-war estates and newer apartment developments. Its landscape is defined by the open water and parkland surrounding the Welsh Harp, a significant local greenspace. The North Circular Road forms a major transport route along its southern edge, influencing the area's connectivity and urban character.

The ward includes the West Hendon Broadway, which serves as a local commercial centre. Housing redevelopment has been a notable feature in recent years, altering parts of the built environment. The reservoir and its associated sailing club provide a distinct focus for recreation, contrasting with the dense residential neighbourhoods. Public transport links include services from Hendon railway station, which lies just outside the ward's boundary to the east.

Area overview

On average West Hendon has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in West Hendon is £65,937 per year. There are 5 schools in West Hendon: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity. West Hendon is home to around 17,253 people, with a population density of about 5,475.2 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
106
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
16.1%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

West Hendon Population
17,253
Population density
5,475.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Anti-social behaviour
37.15(+38%)
Violence and sexual offences
34.95(+12%)
Shoplifting
24.34(+144%)
Vehicle crime
14.9(+59%)
Other theft
13.33(+17%)
London average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Other White
4,405
25.53%
British
3,328
19.29%
Indian
2,251
13.05%
Other Asian
1,468
8.51%
Other
1,287
7.46%
Total population: 17,252

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
6,310
44.28%
No qualifications
2,830
19.86%
Level 3 (A level)
1,714
12.03%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,232
8.65%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,096
7.69%
Total 16+ residents: 14,251

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,633
40.78%
Owns with a mortgage
1,414
21.9%
Owns outright
1,272
19.7%
Social rents from council
550
8.52%
Other social rented
376
5.82%
Total households: 6,457

Property prices in West Hendon

Based on 115 recent sales, the median property price is £495,000 in West Hendon area, with individual transactions ranging from £156,000 up to £1,305,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for West Hendon in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in West Hendon over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached9£1,100,000£6,167
Flats73£430,000£7,148
Semi-Detached14£540,000£6,206
Terraced19£500,000£6,429

10 years median price trend in West Hendon

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in West Hendon.

All postcodes in West Hendon

NW96AX

Wilberforce Road

NW97FD

Perryfield Way

NW43JR

Vivian Avenue

NW97BB

Seelig Avenue

NW96AD

Herbert Road

NW91TN

West Hendon

NW43EX

Audley Road

NW44NR

Faber Gardens

NW43JA

Dartmouth Road

NW91NZ

Edgware Road

NW97GE

Shearwater Drive

NW97HG

Fryent Grove

NW96AJ

Herbert Road

NW43HD

Graham Road

NW43TX

Riverside

NW97RB

Colwyn Green

NW43XY

Vivian Avenue

NW96JR

Edgware Road

NW43EL

Vivian Avenue

NW96GU

Catkin Road

NW43TS

Sturgess Avenue

NW97QF

Marsh Drive

NW96BG

West Hendon Broadway

NW43LN

Hendon Way

NW43FJ

Prince Charles Drive

NW43TY

Sturgess Avenue

NW97RJ

Goldsmith Avenue

NW96FW

West Hendon

NW43BP

Rundell Crescent

NW43EH

Vivian Avenue

NW97FZ

Egret Square

NW43SP

Station Road

NW43XJ

Vivian Avenue

NW43AF

Station Road

NW43LH

Hendon Way

NW97QB

Marriotts Close

NW97EE

West Hendon Broadway

NW96GD

Edgware Road

NW43RR

Neeld Crescent

NW44PH

Station Road

NW97DE

West Hendon Broadway

NW43QB

Park Road

NW91PW

Edgware Road

NW91TG

West Hendon

NW96AY

Wilberforce Road

NW44PL

Malcolm Crescent

NW43DS

Elliot Road

NW97FP

Perryfield Way

NW96AL

Russell Road

NW99WP

Edgware Road

NW90DA

Edgware Road

NW97QH

Marsh Drive

NW97HT

Goldsmith Avenue

NW43SS

High Mount

NW97EN

Brent View Road

NW43UY

Vivian Avenue

NW96GR

West Hendon

NW43BW

Rundell Crescent

NW97RG

Corris Green

NW43PD

Nicoll Place

NW43YD

Vivian Avenue

NW43TH

Park Road

NW21LX

Adrian Avenue

NW43FH

Prince Charles Drive

NW44RU

Colindeep Gardens

NW97HS

Goldsmith Avenue

NW96AT

Wilberforce Road

NW97EP

Perryfield Way

NW91RW

Edgware Road

NW44NT

Station Road

NW96GF

Henshaw Parade

NW97BW

West Hendon Broadway

NW96GJ

Henshaw Parade

NW44NY

Woodward Avenue

NW97ED

West Hendon Broadway

NW44QE

Station Road

NW97EF

Brent View Road

NW44SB

Grove Gardens

NW43DT

Crespigny Road

NW44NH

Station Road

NW97BD

Dehar Crescent

NW98ZT

Edgware Road

NW96QH

Deerfield Close

NW97AU

Stuart Avenue

NW97HX

Derwent Rise

NW43UX

Vivian Avenue

NW91RE

Edgware Road

NW97HB

Goldsmith Avenue

NW97EA

West Hendon Broadway

NW96AB

Russell Road

NW97RR

Pendragon Walk

NW97BA

Woolmead Avenue

NW97AG

Shearwater Drive

NW97DG

Ravenstone Road

NW97BN

West Hendon Broadway

NW97BF

Moorhen Drive

NW43FQ

Prince Charles Drive

NW43YA

Vivian Avenue

NW43EE

Elliot Road

NW91QW

Edgware Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/07/2026.