W2 is a postcode district in Westminster, London, covering 1131 active and 1466 retired postcodes.
The largest share of W2 (35%) is characterised by a professional neighbourhood with a strong European worker community, alongside a professionally active, ethnically diverse neighbourhood (20%). This mix of 7 distinct neighbourhood types makes W2 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in W2 are around £1.1M, down 46.3% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across W2 at 597 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 38 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full W2 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
W2 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the W2 postcode area.
44,331
38
£ 55,300 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines W2 — 46% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk. Property prices are trending down 46.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Marylebone Boys' School
Edward Wilson Primary School
Hallfield Primary School
Our Lady of Dolours Catholic Primary
St James & St John Church of England Primary School
St Mary Magdalene CofE Primary School
St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
114 nearby- Bluedaws Hotel
- Hilton London Metropole And Conference Centre
- Lancaster London Hotel
- Premier Inn Paddington
- Hilltop Hotel
- + 109 more
Retailers - Other
128 nearby- Imperial College Healthcare Trust
- Sara Foods
- Weezy
- London Souvenir and Supermarket
- Edgware Road News
- + 123 more
Restaurant, Cafe
405 nearby- Kensington Garden Cafe
- Vincent House
- 104 Restaurant
- Abasto
- Aberdeen Steak House
- + 400 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- The Champion
- Brewdog Paddington
- Grand Union
- Lockhouse Pub
- Silver Hill
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
14 nearby- Aldi
- Marks And Spencer - Simply Food
- Sainsbury's
- Sainsbury's
- Sainsbury's
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
40 nearby- Les Filles Ltd
- Love Lounge
- Mai Sushi
- Marks And Spencer
- Mawlana Restaurant
- + 35 more
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