Postcode Analysis Islington, London

WILMINGTON SQUARE, WC1X 0ES House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILMINGTON SQUARE, WC1X 0ES.

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Population

255

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 64,100 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WC1X 0ES 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.

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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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9/10
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9/10
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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

WC1X 0ES has a significant social housing presence — 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 40-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending up 674.0% year-on-year.

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

WC1X 0ES is a mixed residential area on Wilmington Square, 0.3km from Clerkenwell in Islington. Administratively it sits within Clerkenwell ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WC1X 0ES is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, big city services, with accommodation and food. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Islington.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 100 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £297k, up 674.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WC1X 0ES are sourced from Output Area E00013575 (shared with 12 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 WC1X 0ES. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British65.9%
Asian / British Asian6.7%
Black / African / Caribbean6.3%
Other / Mixed21.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 6%
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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

£ 460,000

6 sales · Mean £ 452,083

Terraced

£ 73,000

2 sales · Mean £ 73,000

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

Crime around WC1X 0ES is above average at 100 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.

Violence and sexual offences279
Anti-social behaviour263
Other theft225
Theft from the person188
Drugs84

school Local Schools

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Hugh Myddelton Primary School

Outstanding492 pupils0.3 km
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Christopher Hatton Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.4 km
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St George the Martyr Church of England Primary School

Outstanding221 pupils0.6 km
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St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School

Good214 pupils0.7 km
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The Pears Family School

Outstanding3 pupils0.7 km
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St Alban's Church of England Primary School

Good213 pupils0.7 km
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Moreland Primary School

Good411 pupils0.7 km
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Thomas Coram Centre

Outstanding128 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

156 nearby
  • 4youexpress0.5 km
  • Katsute1.0 km
  • MS City Store0.7 km
  • AM to PM Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Metro Express0.5 km
  • + 151 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

32 nearby
  • Double Tree by Hilton0.6 km
  • Alhambra Hotel1.0 km
  • CLINK 2610.7 km
  • International Hall0.9 km
  • Saco0.7 km
  • + 27 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

96 nearby
  • Chapel Bar0.7 km
  • Charles Lamb Public House0.8 km
  • O2 Academy Islington0.9 km
  • Old Red Lion Public House0.6 km
  • The Alma Public House0.8 km
  • + 91 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

406 nearby
  • 1 Rebel Gym0.6 km
  • Angel Tagine0.8 km
  • Cafe Sizzles0.8 km
  • Candid Gallery Cafe0.7 km
  • Chapel Cafe0.8 km
  • + 401 more
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Supermarkets

27 nearby
  • Iceland Foods0.8 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • The Co-Operative Food Group0.9 km
  • Co-operative0.8 km
  • + 22 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

128 nearby
  • Atcha0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • Green Home Food0.7 km
  • McDonald's0.8 km
  • N1 Grill0.8 km
  • + 123 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Farringdon0.8 km
  • London Kings Cross1.0 km
  • London St-Pancras1.3 km