Postcode Analysis Islington, London

EC2A 1NQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EC2A 1NQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

328

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 56,700 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: EC2A 1NQ 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.

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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

EC2A 1NQ is a student and graduate zone — average age 27, 50% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Higher crime warrants awareness — HMO density and nightlife are likely contributors.

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

EC2A 1NQ is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.4km from Cripplegate in Islington. Administratively it sits within Bunhill ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.

For renters and young professionals, EC2A 1NQ offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — high status city commuters, mostly in london. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 50% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are high (202 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for EC2A 1NQ are sourced from Output Area E00013428 (shared with 272 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 EC2A 1NQ. The average age is 27.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British70.2%
Asian / British Asian12.0%
Black / African / Caribbean6.8%
Other / Mixed11.1%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near EC2A 1NQ are high at 202 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 theft240
Violence and sexual offences186
Shoplifting158
Theft from the person133
Drugs110

school Local Schools

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Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre

Good362 pupils0.4 km
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Central Foundation Boys' School

Outstanding1047 pupils0.6 km
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City of London Primary Academy, Islington

Outstanding222 pupils0.7 km
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St Luke's CofE Primary School

Good228 pupils0.8 km
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The Aldgate School

Outstanding277 pupils1.0 km
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St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School

Good214 pupils1.0 km
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New Regent's College

Good53 pupils1.1 km
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St Monica's Roman Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

902 nearby
  • Bodean's0.9 km
  • Cinquecento Pizzeria1.0 km
  • Bike Shed Motorcycle Club Ltd1.0 km
  • Black Opium Coffee Shop1.0 km
  • Bounce0.8 km
  • + 897 more
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Retailers - Other

136 nearby
  • Amathus Drinks plc0.9 km
  • City Best Wine0.8 km
  • Fresher Food & Wine0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Sun Star Express0.7 km
  • + 131 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

21 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express London City0.8 km
  • M by Montcalm Hotel0.9 km
  • Point a Hotels Liverpool Street Restaurant0.7 km
  • Mondrian Shoreditch0.7 km
  • Premier Inn London (City) Old Street0.9 km
  • + 16 more
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Pub, NightClub

182 nearby
  • Matchbox1.0 km
  • The LightHouse1.0 km
  • Trafik0.9 km
  • Britannia Public House0.9 km
  • Bar Kick1.0 km
  • + 177 more
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Takeaway Shop

298 nearby
  • Artist Cafe0.9 km
  • Keu (Banh Mi Deli)0.9 km
  • Barbican Pizza1.0 km
  • Chicken Diner1.0 km
  • Butchies0.8 km
  • + 293 more
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Supermarkets

33 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.7 km
  • Co-operative0.9 km
  • Amazon Fresh Store, Unit 10.9 km
  • + 28 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Moorgate0.2 km
  • London Liverpool Street0.6 km
  • Old Street0.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Moorgate Underground Station0.1 km
  • Moorgate Underground Station0.1 km
  • Moorgate Rail Station0.2 km
  • Moorgate Rail Station0.2 km
  • Moorgate Underground Station0.2 km