Gospel Oak
Population
31,239
Crime per 1,000 residents
562
Schools
8
Parks
27
Stations
10
GP practices
22
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Gospel Oak is a North London area between Kentish Town, Hampstead and Tufnell Park. It offers access to Hampstead Heath, Overground links and residential streets.
Vibe and lifestyle
Quiet, well-located and residential with excellent green space nearby. Popular with professionals and families seeking North London access without the busiest high streets.
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Safety and crime trends
17,544 crimes were recorded between 2024-04 and 2025-01, spanning 10 months of data. The category breakdown helps show whether activity is concentrated in a few offence types or spread across a broader mix of incidents.
Families, schools and healthcare
The local education footprint includes 8 schools (5 primary, 3 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 22 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.
Population and property context
Census data indicates a resident population of 31,239 across 13,295 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £894,526, based on 927 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 20 supermarkets, 10 transport stations, 27 parks and 13 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 12 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.