Postcode Analysis Islington, London

GOSWELL ROAD, EC1V 0AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOSWELL ROAD, EC1V 0AF.

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Population

213

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 56,700 /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: EC1V 0AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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10/10
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6/10
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10/10
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10/10
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4/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 43% of tenure in EC1V 0AF — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 35-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

EC1V 0AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Goswell Road, 0.4km from Clerkenwell in Islington. Administratively it sits within Bunhill ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, EC1V 0AF is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, big city services, with accommodation and food. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 44% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Islington.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 93 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £582k.

Census 2021 statistics for EC1V 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00174766 (shared with 13 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 EC1V 0AF. The average age is 35.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British56.5%
Asian / British Asian18.7%
Black / African / Caribbean15.0%
Other / Mixed9.8%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 582,500

2 sales · Mean £ 582,500

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

Crime around EC1V 0AF is above average at 93 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences355
Anti-social behaviour339
Other theft160
Theft from the person149
Burglary107

school Local Schools

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St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School

Good214 pupils0.1 km
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Moreland Primary School

Good411 pupils0.3 km
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City of London Primary Academy, Islington

Outstanding222 pupils0.4 km
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Hugh Myddelton Primary School

Outstanding492 pupils0.5 km
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The ArtsXchange

Good82 pupils0.5 km
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St Luke's CofE Primary School

Good228 pupils0.6 km
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Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre

Good362 pupils0.7 km
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Hanover Primary School

Good320 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

113 nearby
  • Donught Time Old Street1.0 km
  • The Co-Operative Food Group0.6 km
  • Express Food & Wine0.9 km
  • St peter's food and wine0.9 km
  • Fitness First0.6 km
  • + 108 more
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Pub, NightClub

92 nearby
  • Crowne Plaza Kings Cross0.9 km
  • Canvas Bar1.0 km
  • Cafe Kick0.6 km
  • Love's Company0.8 km
  • The Exmouth Arms0.7 km
  • + 87 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

380 nearby
  • Le Bab1.0 km
  • T40.9 km
  • The Sushi Co - Shoreditch0.9 km
  • Aburi Japanese Restaurant0.0 km
  • BrewDog Big Smoke0.8 km
  • + 375 more
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Supermarkets

23 nearby
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarket0.8 km
  • Waitrose0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • The Co-Operative Food Group0.7 km
  • + 18 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

116 nearby
  • Chicken Cottage0.9 km
  • Goswell Best Charcoal Grill0.0 km
  • Pasta Evangelists0.8 km
  • Albasha0.9 km
  • BALADY TWO LTD0.9 km
  • + 111 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

11 nearby
  • The Bryson Hotel0.7 km
  • YOTEL London Clerkenwell0.5 km
  • Malmaison Hotel0.6 km
  • Z Shoreditch0.8 km
  • Premier Inn0.9 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Farringdon0.7 km
  • Old Street0.8 km
  • Moorgate1.1 km