Postcode Analysis Camden, London

HUNTER STREET, WC1N 1BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HUNTER STREET, WC1N 1BE.

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Population

267

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WC1N 1BE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 62% of tenure in WC1N 1BE — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.

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

WC1N 1BE is an up-and-coming urban area on Hunter Street, 0.4km from Bloomsbury in Camden. Administratively it sits within Bloomsbury ward and the Holborn and St Pancras constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WC1N 1BE is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Camden. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are high (164 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £550k.

Census 2021 statistics for WC1N 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00004175 (shared with 8 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 WC1N 1BE. The average age is 37.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British54.6%
Asian / British Asian21.2%
Black / African / Caribbean5.9%
Other / Mixed18.2%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 528,225

2 sales · Mean £ 528,225

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

Crime rates near WC1N 1BE are high at 164 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour498
Other theft490
Theft from the person402
Violence and sexual offences327
Public order100

school Local Schools

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Thomas Coram Centre

Outstanding128 pupils0.2 km
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Argyle Primary School

Good366 pupils0.4 km
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Children's Hospital School at Gt Ormond Street and UCH

Outstanding0 pupils0.5 km
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St George the Martyr Church of England Primary School

Outstanding221 pupils0.7 km
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Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ

Good811 pupils0.8 km
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Christopher Hatton Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.8 km
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Winton Primary School

Good261 pupils0.9 km
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Edith Neville Primary School

Good192 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

139 nearby
  • Karma Cola0.6 km
  • Patisserie Deux Amis0.1 km
  • Supersave Food & Wine0.2 km
  • ASPEN VENTURES GROUP LTD0.6 km
  • Bury Food And Wine Store0.8 km
  • + 134 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

94 nearby
  • County Hotel0.4 km
  • Grange Whitehall Hotel0.7 km
  • Mabledon Court Hotel0.4 km
  • Gower House hotel0.7 km
  • St Mungos Hostel0.6 km
  • + 89 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

95 nearby
  • Euston Tap0.6 km
  • Union Tavern Public House0.7 km
  • The Enterprise0.7 km
  • The Old Nick0.9 km
  • The Square Pig0.8 km
  • + 90 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

474 nearby
  • CHA CHI CHAI0.1 km
  • CHUTNEYS1.0 km
  • Drummond Villa Ltd0.9 km
  • Piccolo Cafe0.9 km
  • BREDDOS TACOS1.0 km
  • + 469 more
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Supermarkets

22 nearby
  • Mini H Mart1.0 km
  • Sainsburys supermarkets Ltd0.1 km
  • Lidl1.0 km
  • Waitrose and Partners0.1 km
  • Co-operative Food0.8 km
  • + 17 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

139 nearby
  • Subway1.0 km
  • Fortitude Bakery0.3 km
  • Pret A Manger0.9 km
  • STUDIO 1080.7 km
  • SUSHI ON JONES1.0 km
  • + 134 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Kings Cross0.6 km
  • London St-Pancras0.7 km
  • London St-Pancras0.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Russell Square Underground Station0.2 km
  • Russell Square Underground Station0.2 km
  • Russell Square Underground Station0.3 km
  • King's Cross St. Pancras Underground Station0.5 km