Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

W1B 1AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for W1B 1AR.

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Population

284

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 88,500 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: W1B 1AR 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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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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3/10
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2/10
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Area Character

W1B 1AR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 32% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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

W1B 1AR is a well-regarded residential area located 0.1km from Fitzrovia in City of Westminster. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Marylebone ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.

Day-to-day life in W1B 1AR has the character of 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. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (170 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 W1B 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00023819 (shared with 141 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 W1B 1AR. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.2%
Asian / British Asian10.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed10.2%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

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

Crime rates near W1B 1AR are high at 170 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 person366
Other theft351
Anti-social behaviour267
Violence and sexual offences226
Shoplifting134

school Local Schools

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The St Marylebone CofE School

Outstanding1165 pupils0.4 km
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All Souls CofE Primary School

Good206 pupils0.6 km
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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.6 km
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Camden Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Good17 pupils0.7 km
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Netley Primary School & Centre for Autism

Good436 pupils0.7 km
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Christ Church School

Good206 pupils1.0 km
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St Mary's Bryanston Square CofE School

Good169 pupils1.2 km
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Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ

Good811 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

726 nearby
  • Caffe Concerto0.9 km
  • Starbucks Coffee Company1.0 km
  • FRANCO MANCA0.7 km
  • Honey & Spice0.5 km
  • Icco Pizza0.7 km
  • + 721 more
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Retailers - Other

160 nearby
  • Candy Land1.0 km
  • Nicolas0.2 km
  • Kit Kat Chocolatory0.8 km
  • Boots The Chemist0.3 km
  • Boots The Chemist0.8 km
  • + 155 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

42 nearby
  • Treehouse Hotel0.5 km
  • Regency House Hotel1.0 km
  • The Hotel Cavendish1.0 km
  • Regency Hotel Parkside0.5 km
  • Hub By Premier Inn0.8 km
  • + 37 more
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Pub, NightClub

41 nearby
  • Mr Fogg's Apothecary1.0 km
  • The Lucky Saint0.1 km
  • Bermondsey Pub Company Limited0.6 km
  • Crown & Anchor0.9 km
  • Exmouth Arms Euston0.9 km
  • + 36 more
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Supermarkets

19 nearby
  • Mini H Mart0.6 km
  • Marks And Spencer - Simply Food0.9 km
  • Tesco Baker St Express0.8 km
  • Sainsburys0.7 km
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
  • + 14 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

99 nearby
  • Mai Sushi0.9 km
  • Hibox0.7 km
  • MOOBOO RETAIL DUA BELAS LTD0.8 km
  • Simply Thai0.7 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • + 94 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Euston1.1 km
  • London Marylebone1.2 km
  • London St-Pancras1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Regent's Park Underground Station0.1 km
  • Regent's Park Underground Station0.2 km
  • Regent's Park Underground Station0.2 km
  • Great Portland Street Underground Station0.3 km
  • Great Portland Street Underground Station0.3 km