NW2 has experienced contrasting dynamics over the past five years. Property prices declined at a compound annual rate of -1.0%, while rental yields expanded with 5.6% annual growth, creating divergence between capital appreciation and rental income streams. Population growth remained negligible at 0.3%, suggesting limited demographic expansion despite active gentrification indicators. The postcode scores 44.6 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, positioning it at the 20th percentile nationally. This combination—negative price growth alongside positive rental growth in a gentrifying area—indicates a market where investors prioritizing rental returns may find different risk-return profiles than those seeking capital appreciation. Market conditions warrant individual property-level analysis before investment decisions.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices down 0.3% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.6% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.3% per year
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What's changing in Cricklewood · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.2 points this month to 45/100, driven mainly by demand.
116 planning applications submitted in NW2 over the last six months.
Cricklewood (NW2) common questions
Is Cricklewood up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Cricklewood (NW2) as Active. Its trajectory score is 45/100 (Average), in the top 78% of districts nationally. The score is up 4.6 points over the last 12 months.
Is Cricklewood safe?
Cricklewood has a safety score of 50/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Cricklewood?
The average property price in Cricklewood (NW2) is £1.87m as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 0.3% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Cricklewood?
The median monthly rent in Cricklewood (NW2) is £2,714 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Cricklewood?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Golders Green (NW11), Kilburn (NW6), Willesden (NW10), Hendon (NW4), Hampstead (NW3). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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