PRAED STREET, W2 1AL House Prices & Local Information

W2 1AL is an up-and-coming urban area on Praed Street, 0.2km from Lisson Grove in City of Westminster. Administratively it sits within Hyde Park ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.

For renters and young professionals, W2 1AL offers a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. Outside of residential hours, big city services, with accommodation and food. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (208 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £727k, down 4.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for W2 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00175187 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.