N1 8DD is an active urban area on Colebrooke Row, 0.4km from Islington (Old Village) in Islington. Administratively it sits within St Peter's & Canalside ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, N1 8DD is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — high status city commuters, mostly in london. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Islington.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 136 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £532k, down 11.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for N1 8DD are sourced from Output Area E00013959 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COLEBROOKE ROW, N1 8DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLEBROOKE ROW, N1 8DD.
383
35
£ 81,200 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: N1 8DD 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
With 59% social renting, N1 8DD is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant. Property prices are trending down 11.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for N1 8DD. The average age is 35.4. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 565,000
3 sales · Mean £ 585,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around N1 8DD is above average at 136 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St John Evangelist RC Primary School
Hanover Primary School
The ArtsXchange
Moreland Primary School
Hugh Myddelton Primary School
City of London Academy Islington
Richard Cloudesley School
Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
110 nearby- LONDIS0.8 km
- Murray Grove Food & Wine1.0 km
- Pelin Helin1.0 km
- Tecorra Ltd0.7 km
- The Co-operative Food Store0.7 km
- + 105 more
Pub, NightClub
69 nearby- The Regent0.9 km
- Bar With No Name0.5 km
- Chapel Bar0.6 km
- Charles Lamb Public House0.1 km
- Dirty Martini0.4 km
- + 64 more
Restaurant, Cafe
297 nearby- Megan's at the Sorting Office0.7 km
- Pig & Butcher0.6 km
- Viet Garden0.9 km
- Akami sushi / Poke Yum0.7 km
- Akami sushi / Poke Yum0.7 km
- + 292 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Double Tree by Hilton0.4 km
- Great Northern Hotel1.0 km
- Travelodge London Farringdon Hotel0.9 km
- Citadines Islington Square0.8 km
- Hilton London Islington0.5 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
15 nearby- Iceland Foods0.4 km
- Marks & Spencer0.3 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- The Co-Operative Food Group0.4 km
- Welcome Co-op Angel0.7 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
47 nearby- Crystal Charcoal Grill1.0 km
- Fresh Fry1.0 km
- Yaari1.0 km
- 63 Degrees0.4 km
- Atcha0.4 km
- + 42 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Essex Road1.0 km
- Old Street1.3 km
- London Kings Cross1.3 km
Bus Stops
- Angel Underground Station0.2 km
- Angel Underground Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: N18DD · Data under Open Government Licence