Postcode Analysis Islington, London

PERCIVAL STREET, EC1V 0BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PERCIVAL STREET, EC1V 0BS.

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Population

547

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 56,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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4/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

EC1V 0BS has a significant social housing presence — 65% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

EC1V 0BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Percival Street, 0.2km from Clerkenwell in Islington. Administratively it sits within Bunhill ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, EC1V 0BS is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. During the day, big city services, with accommodation and food. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 65% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Islington.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 107 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £660k.

Census 2021 statistics for EC1V 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00183721 (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 EC1V 0BS. The average age is 36.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British51.5%
Asian / British Asian14.2%
Black / African / Caribbean19.5%
Other / Mixed14.8%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 7%
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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

£ 574,975

4 sales · Mean £ 527,487

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

Crime around EC1V 0BS is above average at 107 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 offences288
Anti-social behaviour268
Other theft267
Theft from the person190
Burglary103

school Local Schools

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St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School

Good214 pupils0.1 km
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Hugh Myddelton Primary School

Outstanding492 pupils0.4 km
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Moreland Primary School

Good411 pupils0.4 km
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City of London Primary Academy, Islington

Outstanding222 pupils0.5 km
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The ArtsXchange

Good82 pupils0.6 km
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Christopher Hatton Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.7 km
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St Alban's Church of England Primary School

Good213 pupils0.8 km
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St Luke's CofE Primary School

Good228 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

127 nearby
  • Karma Cola0.9 km
  • Smithfield Butchers0.8 km
  • Just Eat For Business1.0 km
  • Metro Express1.0 km
  • The Co-Operative Food Group0.4 km
  • + 122 more
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Pub, NightClub

94 nearby
  • Britannia Public House0.6 km
  • Union Tavern Public House0.7 km
  • Hand & Shears Public House0.7 km
  • The Butcher's Hook And Cleaver0.7 km
  • Beduin0.7 km
  • + 89 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

385 nearby
  • Boukis Grill0.5 km
  • Daisy0.3 km
  • Honest Burgers1.0 km
  • La Banh Mi0.5 km
  • The Phoenix Takeaway0.3 km
  • + 380 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

113 nearby
  • Barbican Pizza0.5 km
  • Chicken Diner0.5 km
  • Pret A Manger0.8 km
  • Benugo, The Foyer Cafe1.0 km
  • Dose Espresso0.7 km
  • + 108 more
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Supermarkets

25 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.9 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • Co-operative Food0.9 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Iceland Foods1.0 km
  • + 20 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

9 nearby
  • The Guilford House Hotel1.0 km
  • Double Tree by Hilton0.9 km
  • Premier Inn0.7 km
  • Malmaison Hotel0.5 km
  • The Rookery0.6 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Farringdon0.6 km
  • Old Street1.0 km
  • Moorgate1.1 km