Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

SW1A 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SW1A 1BL.

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Population

211

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 68,500 /yr

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Employed

67%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SW1A 1BL 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.

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10/10
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4/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SW1A 1BL is a high-turnover rental hub — with 76% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.

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

SW1A 1BL is a well-regarded residential area located 0.3km from St James's in City of Westminster. Administratively it sits within St James's ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.

For renters and young professionals, SW1A 1BL offers a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. During the day, big city services, with accommodation and food. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster. Employment levels are high (53% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (1800 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for SW1A 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00023939 (shared with 217 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 SW1A 1BL. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British68.1%
Asian / British Asian16.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed15.2%

Economic Activity

67%Active
FT: 53%
Unemployed: 1%
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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 SW1A 1BL are high at 1800 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are theft from the person and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Theft from the person530
Other theft295
Violence and sexual offences201
Shoplifting166
Anti-social behaviour138

school Local Schools

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Soho Parish CofE Primary School

Good134 pupils0.8 km
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Westminster City School

Good782 pupils0.8 km
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St Matthew's School, Westminster

Good168 pupils0.9 km
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St George's Hanover Square CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement98 pupils1.0 km
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The Grey Coat Hospital

Outstanding1111 pupils1.0 km
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St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School

Good147 pupils1.0 km
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Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School

Good148 pupils1.1 km
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St Peter's Eaton Square CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement284 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

798 nearby
  • Five Guys1.0 km
  • L'Ulivo1.0 km
  • Princess Of Wales1.0 km
  • 50 Kalo0.8 km
  • Benugo Limited0.9 km
  • + 793 more
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Supermarkets

11 nearby
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • Marks And Spencer0.9 km
  • The Co Operative Group0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

109 nearby
  • Everwell0.9 km
  • Cineworld0.8 km
  • Hedonism Wines1.0 km
  • Lina Stores0.8 km
  • Vegan Vessel/Vegan Eats/Just Vegan/Veganology0.9 km
  • + 104 more
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Pub, NightClub

36 nearby
  • Tequila Mockingbird0.9 km
  • The Casino At The Empire0.8 km
  • 5 Hertford Street0.7 km
  • Coach And Horses Public House0.9 km
  • Maddox Tavern0.9 km
  • + 31 more
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Takeaway Shop

44 nearby
  • Jamaica Patty Co1.0 km
  • Green Shoots0.6 km
  • The Good Egg0.8 km
  • Benugo Limited0.7 km
  • Coco Di Mama0.9 km
  • + 39 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

41 nearby
  • The Londoner Hotel0.7 km
  • The Athenaeum Hotel0.7 km
  • Dean St Town House1.0 km
  • Browns Hotel0.6 km
  • St James Hotel & Club0.3 km
  • + 36 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Charing Cross1.0 km
  • London Victoria1.1 km
  • London Victoria Coach Station1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Green Park Underground Station0.3 km
  • Green Park Underground Station0.4 km
  • Green Park Underground Station0.4 km
  • Green Park Underground Station0.4 km
  • Green Park Underground Station0.4 km