PORTLAND PLACE, W1B 1NS House Prices & Local Information

W1B 1NS is a well-regarded residential area on Portland Place, 0.1km from Fitzrovia in City of Westminster. Administratively it sits within Marylebone ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in W1B, W1B 1NS 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. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. 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 (142 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £4.6M. 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 1NS are sourced from Output Area E00023817 (shared with 68 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.