EC2Y 8DL is a mixed residential area on Barbican, 0.3km from Aldersgate in City and County of the City of London. Administratively it sits within Cripplegate ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.
For renters and young professionals, EC2Y 8DL offers members of this subgroup are likely to be married, and the numbers of households with children are above the group average. adults are more likely to be in the 25 to 44 age group, and older residents are also more prevalent than elsewhere in this group. the subgroup is less ethnically diverse than the group average, with slightly more white ethnic group members, and has more secular attitudes to religion than the group as a whole. residence in the social rented sector is very rare. households in this subgroup are more likely to own multiple cars than those assigned elsewhere in the group. students are relatively less common, although individuals are highly skilled and educated to degree standard. unemployment or part-time work is rare, and many individuals are employed in associate professional, technical, administrative or secretarial occupations. The daytime character shifts — high status city commuters, mostly in london. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 41% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (53% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 97 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £670k, down 11.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for EC2Y 8DL are sourced from Output Area E00190437 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARBICAN, EC2Y 8DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARBICAN, EC2Y 8DL.
361
48
£ 101,800 /yr
71%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: EC2Y 8DL 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
EC2Y 8DL is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 11.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for EC2Y 8DL. The average age is 48.4. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 706,000
22 sales · Mean £ 693,848
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around EC2Y 8DL is above average at 97 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.
school Local Schools
Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre
City of London Primary Academy, Islington
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
St Luke's CofE Primary School
Central Foundation Boys' School
Moreland Primary School
New Regent's College
The ArtsXchange
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
110 nearby- City Best Wine1.0 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Sun Star Express0.8 km
- Hotel Chocolat Kiosk 010.9 km
- Smithfield Butchers0.7 km
- + 105 more
Pub, NightClub
139 nearby- Britannia Public House0.7 km
- Hand & Shears Public House0.4 km
- The Botanist0.8 km
- The Butcher's Hook And Cleaver0.5 km
- Beduin0.7 km
- + 134 more
Restaurant, Cafe
635 nearby- Bounce0.9 km
- Cafe Arena0.8 km
- Krapow!0.8 km
- Nyammin'0.9 km
- Three Crowns0.8 km
- + 630 more
Takeaway Shop
202 nearby- Barbican Pizza0.7 km
- Chicken Diner0.7 km
- Benugo, The Foyer Cafe0.2 km
- Costa Coffee0.3 km
- Dose Espresso0.4 km
- + 197 more
Supermarkets
29 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.5 km
- Waitrose0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- M&S Simply Food0.8 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.9 km
- + 24 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
17 nearby- Malmaison Hotel0.4 km
- South Place Hotel0.6 km
- The Montcalm Royal London House0.6 km
- Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Pauls1.0 km
- The Ned0.8 km
- + 12 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Moorgate0.4 km
- Old Street0.7 km
- Farringdon0.7 km
Bus Stops
- Barbican Rail Station0.3 km
- Barbican Underground Station0.3 km
- Barbican Underground Station0.3 km
- Barbican Underground Station0.3 km
- Moorgate Underground Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: EC2Y8DL · Data under Open Government Licence