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State of the Borough: Equalities

The report focuses on the outcomes that are important for living a good life in Camden, based on the Good Life Camden (GLC) framework. This identifies the things that are important and how to measure them.

Find key facts and figures, as well as the full chapter report.

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“Areas of Hampstead where wealth is in your face and some of the more deprived parts, it can be quite jarring […] the difference is becoming more prevalent” - Male, 35 to 44

  • In 2024, 1.8% of 16-17 year olds were not in education, employment or training (NEET)
  • In 2025, around 1,045 young people aged 18 to 24 were claiming unemployment benefits in Camden
  • In 2023/24, 34% of secondary school pupils on Free School Meals (FSM) were persistently absent, almost double the rate of non-FSM peers