SW1E 5EA is a well-regarded residential area located 0.3km from Victoria 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 SW1E 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 big city life character: big city services, with accommodation and food. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster. Employment levels are high (59% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (370 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for SW1E 5EA are sourced from Output Area E00023946 (shared with 96 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SW1E 5EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SW1E 5EA.
538
35
£ 68,800 /yr
71%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW1E 5EA 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
With 71% economic activity and an average age of 35, SW1E 5EA is squarely in the young professional bracket — careers being built, not wound down. 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 SW1E 5EA. The average age is 34.9. 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 SW1E 5EA are high at 370 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and theft from the person. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School
Westminster City School
St Peter's Eaton Square CofE Primary School
The Grey Coat Hospital
Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School
St Matthew's School, Westminster
St Barnabas' CofE Primary School
Millbank Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
38 nearby- The Berkeley1.0 km
- Colliers Hotel0.6 km
- Romano'S Hotel0.8 km
- Victoria Park Plaza Hotel0.3 km
- Victoria Inn Hotel0.8 km
- + 33 more
Restaurant, Cafe
331 nearby- Anya Cafe1.0 km
- Benvenuti0.5 km
- Burger Singh @ The Rising Sun1.0 km
- Emi Deli Restaurant Ltd0.6 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- + 326 more
Retailers - Other
74 nearby- Sk Hair And Beauty0.7 km
- Vegan Vessel/Vegan Eats/Just Vegan/Veganology0.6 km
- Victoria Souvenirs & Print Shop0.4 km
- Waldens Chemist0.7 km
- Art Of Tapas0.6 km
- + 69 more
Takeaway Shop
32 nearby- Domino'S Pizza0.5 km
- Benugo Limited0.5 km
- Coco Di Mama0.2 km
- Dumdum Donutterie0.2 km
- Baoziinn0.2 km
- + 27 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Hub By Premier Inn0.7 km
- Antelope1.0 km
- Vaga Bond0.1 km
- Curzon Cinemas Victoria Ltd0.4 km
- Munich Cricket Club0.7 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Marks And Spencer0.1 km
- Marks And Spencer - Simply Food0.3 km
- Marks And Spencer - Simply Food0.3 km
- Little Waitrose0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- London Victoria0.2 km
- London Victoria Coach Station0.6 km
- Vauxhall1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Victoria Underground Station0.1 km
- Victoria Underground Station0.1 km
- Victoria Underground Station0.1 km
- Victoria Underground Station0.1 km
- Victoria Underground Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SW1E5EA · Data under Open Government Licence