Postcode Analysis Islington, London

SANS WALK, EC1R 0AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SANS WALK, EC1R 0AF.

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Population

263

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 64,100 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: EC1R 0AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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1/10
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1/10
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10/10
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7/10
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9/10
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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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Area Character

With 49% social renting, EC1R 0AF is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

EC1R 0AF is an up-and-coming urban area on Sans Walk, 0.1km from Clerkenwell in Islington. Administratively it sits within Clerkenwell ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, EC1R 0AF is a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are high (143 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £725k.

Census 2021 statistics for EC1R 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00013579 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EC1R 0AF. The average age is 37.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British73.1%
Asian / British Asian6.3%
Black / African / Caribbean11.6%
Other / Mixed9.0%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 725,000

1 sales · Mean £ 725,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime rates near EC1R 0AF are high at 143 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft346
Violence and sexual offences285
Anti-social behaviour278
Theft from the person235
Shoplifting136

school Local Schools

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St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School

Good214 pupils0.3 km
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Hugh Myddelton Primary School

Outstanding492 pupils0.4 km
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Christopher Hatton Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.6 km
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Moreland Primary School

Good411 pupils0.6 km
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St Alban's Church of England Primary School

Good213 pupils0.6 km
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City of London Primary Academy, Islington

Outstanding222 pupils0.7 km
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The ArtsXchange

Good82 pupils0.8 km
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St George the Martyr Church of England Primary School

Outstanding221 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

131 nearby
  • AM to PM Convenience Store1.0 km
  • Metro Express0.9 km
  • Karma Cola0.7 km
  • Boots UK0.6 km
  • PROOF DRINKS LTD0.7 km
  • + 126 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

401 nearby
  • Bisou1.0 km
  • CANTON TASTE0.9 km
  • Sen Viet0.9 km
  • Dim Sum Duck1.0 km
  • Boukis Grill0.7 km
  • + 396 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

101 nearby
  • Britannia Public House0.8 km
  • Union Tavern Public House0.6 km
  • Ye Olde Mitre0.7 km
  • Be At One0.9 km
  • Two Brewers Public House0.9 km
  • + 96 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

123 nearby
  • Barbican Pizza0.7 km
  • Chicken Diner0.6 km
  • The Best Kebab0.9 km
  • Assenheims 560.8 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • + 118 more
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Supermarkets

22 nearby
  • Waitrose0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarket0.4 km
  • + 17 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

12 nearby
  • Malmaison Hotel0.5 km
  • The Bryson Hotel0.4 km
  • YOTEL London Clerkenwell0.2 km
  • Swinton Hotel Ltd1.0 km
  • Saco1.0 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Farringdon0.5 km
  • City Thameslink1.2 km
  • Old Street1.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Farringdon Underground Station0.5 km
  • Farringdon Underground Station0.5 km
  • Farringdon Underground Station0.5 km
  • Farringdon Underground Station0.5 km
  • Farringdon (London) Rail Station0.5 km