Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

VICTORIA STREET, SW1E 5LA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICTORIA STREET, SW1E 5LA.

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Population

538

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 68,800 /yr

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Employed

71%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SW1E 5LA 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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1/10
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1/10
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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

With 71% economic activity and an average age of 35, SW1E 5LA 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.

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

SW1E 5LA is a well-regarded residential area on Victoria Street, 0.2km from Victoria 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, SW1E 5LA offers 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. 74% 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 Westminster. Employment levels are high (59% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (393 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for SW1E 5LA are sourced from Output Area E00023946 (shared with 96 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 SW1E 5LA. 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

White / British69.1%
Asian / British Asian11.6%
Black / African / Caribbean8.8%
Other / Mixed10.5%

Economic Activity

71%Active
FT: 59%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime rates near SW1E 5LA are high at 393 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.

Anti-social behaviour702
Theft from the person657
Other theft396
Violence and sexual offences361
Shoplifting282

school Local Schools

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St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School

Good147 pupils0.2 km
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St Peter's Eaton Square CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement284 pupils0.3 km
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Westminster City School

Good782 pupils0.3 km
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The Grey Coat Hospital

Outstanding1111 pupils0.6 km
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Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School

Good148 pupils0.6 km
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St Matthew's School, Westminster

Good168 pupils0.8 km
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St Barnabas' CofE Primary School

Good144 pupils0.9 km
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Pimlico Academy

Good1170 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

37 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
  • + 32 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

333 nearby
  • Anya Cafe1.0 km
  • Benvenuti0.5 km
  • Burger Singh @ The Rising Sun0.9 km
  • Emi Deli Restaurant Ltd0.6 km
  • Greggs0.6 km
  • + 328 more
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Retailers - Other

79 nearby
  • Sk Hair And Beauty0.7 km
  • Vegan Vessel/Vegan Eats/Just Vegan/Veganology0.6 km
  • Victoria Souvenirs & Print Shop0.4 km
  • Krystals1.0 km
  • Waldens Chemist0.7 km
  • + 74 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

32 nearby
  • Domino'S Pizza0.5 km
  • Benugo Limited0.5 km
  • Coco Di Mama0.3 km
  • Dumdum Donutterie0.1 km
  • Baoziinn0.1 km
  • + 27 more
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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
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Marks And Spencer0.2 km
  • Marks And Spencer - Simply Food0.2 km
  • Marks And Spencer - Simply Food0.2 km
  • Little Waitrose0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Victoria0.1 km
  • London Victoria Coach Station0.6 km
  • Vauxhall1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Victoria Underground Station0.0 km
  • Victoria Underground Station0.1 km
  • Victoria Underground Station0.1 km
  • Victoria Underground Station0.1 km
  • Victoria Underground Station0.2 km