SW7 1BG is a well-regarded residential area on Rutland Gate, 0.4km from Knightsbridge in City of Westminster. Administratively it sits within Knightsbridge & Belgravia ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.
For renters and young professionals, SW7 1BG 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. Outside of residential hours, big city services, with accommodation and food. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 54% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster.
Safety: Crime rates are high (235 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £1.8M, down 46.8% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SW7 1BG are sourced from Output Area E00023672 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUTLAND GATE, SW7 1BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUTLAND GATE, SW7 1BG.
203
44
£ 86,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW7 1BG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SW7 1BG spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £1.8M. Property prices are trending down 46.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW7 1BG. The average age is 43.7. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 1,815,000
19 sales · Mean £ 2,000,789
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near SW7 1BG are high at 235 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Marlborough Primary School
Saint Thomas More Language College
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Victories RC Primary School
St George's Hanover Square CofE Primary School
St Peter's Eaton Square CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
38 nearby- Balance Oriental Health Clinic0.9 km
- Godija Ltd1.0 km
- Chelsea Cloisters Filling Station and Car Park0.9 km
- La Picena0.6 km
- My LaLaLand0.7 km
- + 33 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Admiral Codrington0.8 km
- Barts0.9 km
- The Buddha Bar0.4 km
- Hennessy Concession/Hennessy Boutique0.3 km
- Hoop & Toy0.8 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
241 nearby- AL Arez Restaurant0.9 km
- Bottles0.8 km
- Cocotte0.9 km
- La Brioche1.0 km
- Marshall Wace LLP1.0 km
- + 236 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Starbucks Coffee Company (UK) Limited0.9 km
- My Godo0.2 km
- Fresh Bake0.9 km
- Carpo0.4 km
- Natashkino0.6 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
19 nearby- The Millennium Knightsbridge0.5 km
- Gore Hotel0.8 km
- Cheval Knightsbridge0.2 km
- Wellesley Hotel1.0 km
- The Beaufort Hotel0.4 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Little Waitrose Ltd0.3 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Waitrose0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- London Victoria Coach Station1.6 km
- London Victoria1.7 km
- London Paddington1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Knightsbridge Underground Station0.5 km
- Knightsbridge Underground Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: SW71BG · Data under Open Government Licence