Postcode Analysis Islington, London

EC2A 1NT House Prices & Local Information

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

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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 1NT 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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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 1NT 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 1NT is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.5km from Cripplegate in Islington. Administratively it sits within Bunhill ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.

For renters and young professionals, EC2A 1NT 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 (228 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for EC2A 1NT 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 1NT. 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.

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

Crime rates near EC2A 1NT are high at 228 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 theft258
Violence and sexual offences198
Shoplifting196
Theft from the person154
Drugs121

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 pupils0.7 km
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The Aldgate School

Outstanding277 pupils1.0 km
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New Regent's College

Good53 pupils1.0 km
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St Monica's Roman Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils1.0 km
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St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School

Good214 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

881 nearby
  • Bodean's0.9 km
  • Cinquecento Pizzeria0.9 km
  • Bike Shed Motorcycle Club Ltd1.0 km
  • Black Opium Coffee Shop0.9 km
  • Bounce0.7 km
  • + 876 more
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Retailers - Other

131 nearby
  • Amathus Drinks plc0.8 km
  • City Best Wine0.8 km
  • Fresher Food & Wine0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Sun Star Express0.7 km
  • + 126 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

21 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express London City0.8 km
  • M by Montcalm Hotel0.8 km
  • Citizenm London Shoreditch0.8 km
  • CourtHouse Hotel Shoreditch1.0 km
  • Mondrian Shoreditch0.6 km
  • + 16 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

176 nearby
  • Matchbox0.9 km
  • The LightHouse0.9 km
  • Trafik0.9 km
  • Britannia Public House0.9 km
  • Bar Kick0.9 km
  • + 171 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

283 nearby
  • Artist Cafe0.8 km
  • Keu (Banh Mi Deli)0.8 km
  • Barbican Pizza0.9 km
  • Chicken Diner0.9 km
  • Butchies0.7 km
  • + 278 more
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Supermarkets

30 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
  • + 25 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Moorgate0.3 km
  • Old Street0.6 km
  • London Liverpool Street0.6 km

Bus Stops

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