Postcode Analysis Islington, London

COLEBROOKE ROW, N1 8AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLEBROOKE ROW, N1 8AF.

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Population

273

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 81,200 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: N1 8AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. N1 8AF spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £600k.

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

N1 8AF is an active urban area on Colebrooke Row, 0.3km from Islington (Old Village) in Islington. Administratively it sits within St Peter's & Canalside ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.

The people who live in N1 8AF are typical of a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Outside of residential hours, big city services, with accommodation and food. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (144 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £600k.

Census 2021 statistics for N1 8AF are sourced from Output Area E00013995 (shared with 13 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 N1 8AF. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.4%
Asian / British Asian8.9%
Black / African / Caribbean4.5%
Other / Mixed8.2%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 51%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 600,000

7 sales · Mean £ 676,714

Terraced

£ 3,200,000

3 sales · Mean £ 3,016,666

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

Crime rates near N1 8AF are high at 144 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting426
Anti-social behaviour380
Violence and sexual offences342
Other theft237
Theft from the person180

school Local Schools

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St John Evangelist RC Primary School

Good276 pupils0.2 km
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City of London Academy Islington

Outstanding887 pupils0.2 km
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Richard Cloudesley School

Outstanding83 pupils0.2 km
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Hanover Primary School

Good320 pupils0.3 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good176 pupils0.5 km
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The New North Academy

Good239 pupils0.5 km
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New River College Primary

Good17 pupils0.6 km
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The ArtsXchange

Good82 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

101 nearby
  • Islington Wine0.8 km
  • LONDIS0.5 km
  • 4YouExpress0.5 km
  • Angel Convenience Food & Wine0.5 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
  • + 96 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

56 nearby
  • The Regent0.6 km
  • Almeida Theatre0.5 km
  • Barrio North0.3 km
  • Kings Head Public House0.3 km
  • Ladybird0.2 km
  • + 51 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

252 nearby
  • Megan's at the Sorting Office0.4 km
  • Pig & Butcher0.4 km
  • Strek0.9 km
  • Viet Garden0.6 km
  • Bella Italia0.4 km
  • + 247 more
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Supermarkets

12 nearby
  • Waitrose0.4 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

43 nearby
  • Coox0.8 km
  • Magic Wok & Box1.0 km
  • Papa John's0.5 km
  • Sushi Gourmet @ Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Barbican Pizza1.0 km
  • + 38 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Double Tree by Hilton0.6 km
  • Citadines Islington Square0.5 km
  • Hilton London Islington0.3 km
  • Premier Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Essex Road0.7 km
  • Highbury & Islington1.3 km
  • Caledonian Road & Barnsbury1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Angel Underground Station0.4 km
  • Angel Underground Station0.5 km