SW1A 1JG is a well-regarded residential area located 0.3km from St James's in City of Westminster. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within St James's ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.
Within the SW1A district, this postcode is characterised by a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. By day, the area transitions to a global business character: high status city commuters, mostly in london. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (1524 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for SW1A 1JG are sourced from Output Area E00023937 (shared with 289 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SW1A 1JG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SW1A 1JG.
208
45
£ 68,500 /yr
65%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW1A 1JG 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
No single demographic signal dominates SW1A 1JG — age 45, 26% ownership, 68% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW1A 1JG. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near SW1A 1JG are high at 1524 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.
school Local Schools
Soho Parish CofE Primary School
St George's Hanover Square CofE Primary School
Westminster City School
St Matthew's School, Westminster
St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School
The Grey Coat Hospital
All Souls CofE Primary School
St Peter's Eaton Square CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
920 nearby- Be At One Greek Street1.0 km
- Nandos0.9 km
- Noble Rot Soho1.0 km
- Shackfuyu1.0 km
- Wun'S Tea Room0.9 km
- + 915 more
Retailers - Other
110 nearby- Acai Berry The Aviation Boost0.8 km
- Chin Chin Dessert Club0.9 km
- Holland And Barrett0.8 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- Whole Foods Market0.4 km
- + 105 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
40 nearby- Indigo Hotel0.7 km
- Radisson Hampshire Hotel0.8 km
- Flemings Mayfair Hotel0.4 km
- St. Ermin's Hotel0.2 km
- Haymarket Hotel0.6 km
- + 35 more
Pub, NightClub
39 nearby- Covent Garden Social Club1.0 km
- Mr Fogg'S Tavern1.0 km
- The Friendly Society0.7 km
- Caviar Kaspia London0.6 km
- Curzon Cinema0.6 km
- + 34 more
Takeaway Shop
52 nearby- Bubblelicious Tea0.5 km
- Flocafe Espresso Rooms0.8 km
- KALEIDO ROLLS0.5 km
- Pret A Manger0.8 km
- Sushi Gourmet @ Sainsburys0.9 km
- + 47 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Marks And Spencer0.8 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- London Charing Cross1.1 km
- London Victoria1.3 km
- London Victoria Coach Station1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Green Park Underground Station0.2 km
- Green Park Underground Station0.2 km
- Green Park Underground Station0.2 km
- Green Park Underground Station0.2 km
- Green Park Underground Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SW1A1JG · Data under Open Government Licence