EC2R 7HH is a lively urban neighbourhood on Lothbury, 0.2km from City of London in City and County of the City of London. Administratively it sits within Walbrook ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.
For renters and young professionals, EC2R 7HH offers a young professional neighbourhood — career-focused, mobile, mostly renting. During the day, high status city commuters, mostly in london. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 84% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of City of London. Employment levels are high (64% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (683 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for EC2R 7HH are sourced from Output Area E00166755 (shared with 2323 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOTHBURY, EC2R 7HH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOTHBURY, EC2R 7HH.
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32
£ 101,800 /yr
76%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EC2R 7HH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
EC2R 7HH is a young, economically active community — 76% of working-age residents are in employment and the average age is just 32, signalling strong graduate retention. Above-average crime reflects the high footfall and commercial activity in this zone.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EC2R 7HH. The average age is 32.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near EC2R 7HH are high at 683 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Aldgate School
Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre
City of London Primary Academy, Islington
Central Foundation Boys' School
Canon Barnett Primary School
Christ Church CofE School
English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School
The Cathedral School of St Saviour and St Mary Overie
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
18 nearby- Premier Inn0.7 km
- Citizen M Hotel Restaurant1.0 km
- Travelodge Hotel0.9 km
- Andaz Hotel0.6 km
- Pan Pacific Hotel & Plaza0.6 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
203 nearby- Feeneys0.8 km
- Kirin0.7 km
- Seething Lane Tap0.8 km
- The Bell Public House0.4 km
- The Bolthole0.4 km
- + 198 more
Restaurant, Cafe
770 nearby- Baxterstorey, Natixis0.4 km
- Bread & Truffle0.6 km
- Byward Kitchen And Bar0.9 km
- Camino Monumento0.6 km
- CH&Co0.5 km
- + 765 more
Takeaway Shop
268 nearby- Salt Shed0.8 km
- Assenheims Catering Ltd0.8 km
- Joe & The Juice UK0.5 km
- Keco Food0.6 km
- Pret A Manger1.0 km
- + 263 more
Retailers - Other
111 nearby- Nelhart News0.9 km
- Bannatyne's Health Club0.3 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Charbonnel Et Walker0.5 km
- Superdrug, Unit 20.2 km
- + 106 more
Supermarkets
31 nearby- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Sainsbury's Local0.3 km
- Amazon Fresh Store, Unit 10.4 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.4 km
- Sainsbury's Local0.3 km
- + 26 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Moorgate0.4 km
- London Cannon Street0.5 km
- London Liverpool Street0.7 km
Bus Stops
- Bank Underground Station0.2 km
- Bank Underground Station0.2 km
- Bank Underground Station0.2 km
- Bank Underground Station0.2 km
- Bank DLR Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: EC2R7HH · Data under Open Government Licence