Postcode Analysis Islington, London

EC1Y 0TL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EC1Y 0TL.

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Population

354

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 56,700 /yr

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Employed

37%

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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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

EC1Y 0TL has a significant social housing presence — 91% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. 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

EC1Y 0TL is an active urban area located 0.4km from St Luke's in Islington. Administratively it sits within Bunhill ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, EC1Y 0TL is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 91% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Islington. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 121 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for EC1Y 0TL are sourced from Output Area E00013432 (shared with 26 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 EC1Y 0TL. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British60.7%
Asian / British Asian8.9%
Black / African / Caribbean15.0%
Other / Mixed15.5%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 22%
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.

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

Crime around EC1Y 0TL is above average at 121 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour320
Violence and sexual offences289
Shoplifting221
Other theft194
Theft from the person160

school Local Schools

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City of London Primary Academy, Islington

Outstanding222 pupils0.1 km
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Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre

Good362 pupils0.2 km
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St Luke's CofE Primary School

Good228 pupils0.4 km
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St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School

Good214 pupils0.4 km
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Moreland Primary School

Good411 pupils0.7 km
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Central Foundation Boys' School

Outstanding1047 pupils0.7 km
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The ArtsXchange

Good82 pupils0.8 km
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New Regent's College

Good53 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

507 nearby
  • 42 Coffee Junction0.8 km
  • Hoxton Fish House1.0 km
  • Jamieson Food Corner Ltd0.8 km
  • Berni's Sandwich Bar0.8 km
  • The Empress1.0 km
  • + 502 more
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Retailers - Other

88 nearby
  • Murray Grove Food & Wine0.9 km
  • Pelin Helin1.0 km
  • Tecorra Ltd0.8 km
  • The Co-operative Food Store0.7 km
  • MS City Store0.8 km
  • + 83 more
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Supermarkets

23 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Food Group0.8 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • The Co-Operative Food Group0.4 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Co-op Food0.7 km
  • + 18 more
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Takeaway Shop

128 nearby
  • Crystal Charcoal Grill0.9 km
  • Fresh Fry1.0 km
  • Yaari0.9 km
  • Butchies0.9 km
  • Chicken Cottage0.6 km
  • + 123 more
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Pub, NightClub

98 nearby
  • Canvas Bar0.7 km
  • Love's Company0.6 km
  • The Peasant0.6 km
  • The Red Lion0.8 km
  • The Whitecross Tap0.1 km
  • + 93 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

17 nearby
  • Z Shoreditch0.6 km
  • The Montcalm Royal London House0.7 km
  • Nobu Hotel Shoreditch0.9 km
  • Point A Hotel London Shoreditch0.8 km
  • The Reliance Bar1.0 km
  • + 12 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Old Street0.5 km
  • Moorgate0.6 km
  • Farringdon0.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Barbican Underground Station0.4 km
  • Barbican Underground Station0.4 km
  • Barbican Underground Station0.4 km
  • Barbican Rail Station0.5 km