WC1X 0AA is an active urban area on Mount Pleasant, 0.3km from Gray's Inn Road in Islington. Administratively it sits within Clerkenwell ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WC1X 0AA is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, high status city commuters, mostly in london. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Islington.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 121 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for WC1X 0AA are sourced from Output Area E00013578 (shared with 3291 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MOUNT PLEASANT, WC1X 0AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNT PLEASANT, WC1X 0AA.
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38
£ 64,100 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WC1X 0AA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WC1X 0AA has a significant social housing presence — 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WC1X 0AA. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WC1X 0AA is above average at 121 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Christopher Hatton Primary School
St George the Martyr Church of England Primary School
St Alban's Church of England Primary School
Hugh Myddelton Primary School
Children's Hospital School at Gt Ormond Street and UCH
Thomas Coram Centre
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
The Pears Family School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
154 nearby- AM to PM Convenience Store0.8 km
- Metro Express0.6 km
- Karma Cola0.4 km
- Patisserie Deux Amis0.9 km
- Supersave Food & Wine1.0 km
- + 149 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
45 nearby- CLINK 2610.8 km
- Malmaison Hotel0.9 km
- Hurricane Room1.0 km
- The Gyle0.9 km
- Travelodge0.9 km
- + 40 more
Restaurant, Cafe
467 nearby- Bisou0.8 km
- CANTON TASTE0.6 km
- Chuck Burgers1.0 km
- Paolina Thai Cuisine0.9 km
- Sen Viet0.7 km
- + 462 more
Supermarkets
25 nearby- Co-operative0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Co-operative Food0.3 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Tian Tian Market0.8 km
- + 20 more
Takeaway Shop
147 nearby- Pasty Shop Unit 71.0 km
- Wasabi1.0 km
- Goswell Best Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- Assenheims 560.9 km
- Subway1.0 km
- + 142 more
Pub, NightClub
113 nearby- Union Tavern Public House0.4 km
- Crowne Plaza Kings Cross0.3 km
- Cafe Kick0.3 km
- The Exmouth Arms0.3 km
- The Peasant0.6 km
- + 108 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Farringdon0.6 km
- London Kings Cross1.1 km
- City Thameslink1.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WC1X0AA · Data under Open Government Licence