EC1V 0AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Clerkenwell in Islington. Administratively it sits within Clerkenwell ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, EC1V 0AX is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — high status city commuters, mostly in london. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 43% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Islington.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 106 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for EC1V 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00013574 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EC1V 0AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EC1V 0AX.
369
35
£ 64,100 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EC1V 0AX 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
EC1V 0AX has a significant social housing presence — 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 35-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EC1V 0AX. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around EC1V 0AX is above average at 106 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.
school Local Schools
Hugh Myddelton Primary School
Moreland Primary School
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
The ArtsXchange
City of London Primary Academy, Islington
Hanover Primary School
St Luke's CofE Primary School
St John Evangelist RC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
133 nearby- Karma Cola0.9 km
- Green Machine1.0 km
- St. Peter's Pharmacy0.9 km
- Smithfield Butchers1.0 km
- Kensons News0.9 km
- + 128 more
Pub, NightClub
92 nearby- Britannia Public House0.6 km
- Union Tavern Public House0.7 km
- The Eagle0.8 km
- The Old Fountain Public House1.0 km
- Camden Head Public House1.0 km
- + 87 more
Restaurant, Cafe
394 nearby- Boukis Grill0.5 km
- Daisy0.3 km
- Honest Burgers1.0 km
- La Banh Mi0.5 km
- The Phoenix Takeaway0.3 km
- + 389 more
Takeaway Shop
116 nearby- Barbican Pizza0.5 km
- Chicken Diner0.5 km
- Crussh @ WeWork1.0 km
- Pret A Manger1.0 km
- Dose Espresso0.9 km
- + 111 more
Supermarkets
25 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
- Waitrose0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- + 20 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
13 nearby- Malmaison Hotel0.7 km
- Travelodge Kings Cross Royal Scot0.9 km
- Premier Inn0.8 km
- Swinton Hotel Ltd1.0 km
- Double Tree by Hilton0.7 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Farringdon0.8 km
- Old Street1.0 km
- Moorgate1.3 km
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Postcode Profile: EC1V0AX · Data under Open Government Licence