EC1N 2QX is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.1km from Holborn in Camden. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Holborn & Covent Garden ward and the Holborn and St Pancras constituency.
This is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, high status city commuters, mostly in london. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Camden.
Safety: Crime rates are high (373 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for EC1N 2QX are sourced from Output Area E00004557 (shared with 45 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EC1N 2QX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EC1N 2QX.
147
42
£ 54,100 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EC1N 2QX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
EC1N 2QX has a significant social housing presence — 69% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EC1N 2QX. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near EC1N 2QX are high at 373 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Alban's Church of England Primary School
Christopher Hatton Primary School
St George the Martyr Church of England Primary School
St Clement Danes CofE Primary School
Children's Hospital School at Gt Ormond Street and UCH
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
St Josephs Catholic Primary School
City of London Primary Academy, Islington
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
547 nearby- The Urdang The Old Finsbury Town Hall1.0 km
- Caffe Nero0.9 km
- Chicken Ranch0.9 km
- Macellaio Roberto Costa0.9 km
- PHO GA0.9 km
- + 542 more
Retailers - Other
137 nearby- The Co-Operative Food Group0.9 km
- Jalaram Enterprise0.7 km
- PNRT0.7 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.9 km
- Woodbridge Chapel0.7 km
- + 132 more
Pub, NightClub
131 nearby- Crowne Plaza Kings Cross1.0 km
- Cafe Kick0.9 km
- The Exmouth Arms0.9 km
- The Peasant1.0 km
- Ye Olde Mitre0.1 km
- + 126 more
Supermarkets
24 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Tesco Express0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Sainsburys0.0 km
- Amazon Fresh0.3 km
- + 19 more
Takeaway Shop
179 nearby- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- Krispy Kreme Fleet Street0.5 km
- Pret A Manger0.8 km
- Alchemy Cafe0.7 km
- Art Coffee & Sandwiches0.6 km
- + 174 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
21 nearby- Malmaison Hotel0.7 km
- Apex Temple Court Hotel0.5 km
- Saco0.9 km
- The Guilford House Hotel0.9 km
- The Rookery0.5 km
- + 16 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Farringdon0.3 km
- City Thameslink0.5 km
- London Blackfriars0.9 km
Bus Stops
- Chancery Lane Underground Station0.2 km
- Chancery Lane Underground Station0.2 km
- Chancery Lane Underground Station0.3 km
- Farringdon Underground Station0.3 km
- Farringdon Underground Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EC1N2QX · Data under Open Government Licence