Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

PORTLAND PLACE, W1B 1NX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTLAND PLACE, W1B 1NX.

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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 1NX 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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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. W1B 1NX's low deprivation rank, 65% ownership, and £1.0M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £1.0M. Property prices are trending down 5.6% year-on-year.

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

W1B 1NX is a well-regarded residential area on Portland Place, 0.2km 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 1NX 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, high status management and administration, especially public sector. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 (144 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £1.0M, down 5.6% 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 W1B 1NX 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 1NX. 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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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 1,030,000

17 sales · Mean £ 1,200,882

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

Crime rates near W1B 1NX are high at 144 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 person312
Other theft309
Anti-social behaviour247
Violence and sexual offences218
Shoplifting78

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 pupils0.6 km
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Netley Primary School & Centre for Autism

Good436 pupils0.6 km
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Camden Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Good17 pupils0.6 km
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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.7 km
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Christ Church School

Good206 pupils0.9 km
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Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ

Good811 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary's Bryanston Square CofE School

Good169 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

664 nearby
  • PRESOTEA & MINI BANG BANG0.4 km
  • Baskin Robbins0.8 km
  • Silvy'S Pizza0.9 km
  • Wellbeing Centre at the Portland Hospital Part of HCA Healthcare0.1 km
  • Broski Lounge0.5 km
  • + 659 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

93 nearby
  • Easy Tiger0.4 km
  • Benugo Limited0.8 km
  • Guptas0.8 km
  • Caffe Napoli Exytus0.8 km
  • Ponchon0.8 km
  • + 88 more
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Retailers - Other

134 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.7 km
  • Local Food & Wine0.9 km
  • Skyline Fresh Foods0.7 km
  • The Good Rice Italian Bakery Limited0.7 km
  • Boots The Chemist0.8 km
  • + 129 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

40 nearby
  • Durrants Hotel0.7 km
  • Gower House hotel1.0 km
  • The Catholic Chaplaincy0.8 km
  • The Grafton Hotel0.6 km
  • The Hotel Cavendish0.9 km
  • + 35 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

38 nearby
  • Spearmint Rhino0.6 km
  • The Wheatsheaf1.0 km
  • Be At One0.7 km
  • Burlock And Fam Bar0.9 km
  • Harry'S Bar0.9 km
  • + 33 more
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Supermarkets

19 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Waitrose Ltd0.8 km
  • Co-operative Food Group Ltd1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • + 14 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Euston1.0 km
  • London Marylebone1.2 km
  • London St-Pancras1.7 km

Bus Stops

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