Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

W1B 1JL House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

249

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Avg Age

45

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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 1JL 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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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. W1B 1JL's low deprivation rank, 65% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. 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 1JL is a well-regarded residential area located 0.0km 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.

This is 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. During the day, high status management and administration, especially public sector. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (167 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 1JL are sourced from Output Area E00023817 (shared with 68 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 1JL. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British62.8%
Asian / British Asian21.6%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed13.2%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

Crime rates near W1B 1JL are high at 167 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and theft from the person. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft376
Theft from the person353
Anti-social behaviour242
Violence and sexual offences222
Shoplifting147

school Local Schools

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The St Marylebone CofE School

Outstanding1165 pupils0.5 km
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All Souls CofE Primary School

Good206 pupils0.5 km
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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.5 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 pupils1.1 km
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St Mary's Bryanston Square CofE School

Good169 pupils1.2 km
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Soho Parish CofE Primary School

Good134 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

783 nearby
  • PRESOTEA & MINI BANG BANG0.5 km
  • Baskin Robbins0.9 km
  • Silvy'S Pizza0.9 km
  • Wellbeing Centre at the Portland Hospital Part of HCA Healthcare0.3 km
  • Bubble & Vape0.9 km
  • + 778 more
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Takeaway Shop

102 nearby
  • Easy Tiger0.5 km
  • Benugo Limited0.9 km
  • Pasta Espressa0.9 km
  • Caffe Napoli Exytus0.8 km
  • Ponchon0.8 km
  • + 97 more
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Retailers - Other

169 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.9 km
  • Skyline Fresh Foods0.9 km
  • The Good Rice Italian Bakery Limited0.9 km
  • Esther Randall Court0.6 km
  • Raye The Store0.5 km
  • + 164 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

43 nearby
  • Gower House hotel1.0 km
  • The Catholic Chaplaincy0.9 km
  • Regency Hotel Parkside0.5 km
  • Sanderson Hotel0.7 km
  • Durrants Hotel0.6 km
  • + 38 more
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Pub, NightClub

45 nearby
  • Spearmint Rhino0.7 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.9 km
  • Flowerhouse Pub0.7 km
  • The London Cocktail Club0.7 km
  • The Carpenters Arms0.7 km
  • + 40 more
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Supermarkets

20 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Waitrose Supermarket0.5 km
  • Tesco Baker St Express0.8 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.7 km
  • Co-operative Food Group Ltd1.0 km
  • + 15 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 Station0.2 km
  • Regent's Park Underground Station0.2 km
  • Regent's Park Underground Station0.3 km
  • Great Portland Street Underground Station0.3 km
  • Great Portland Street Underground Station0.3 km