N5 1AR is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Highbury in Islington. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Highbury ward and the Islington North constituency.
The people who live in N5 1AR 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, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. Employment levels are high (57% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for N5 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00013690 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
N5 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for N5 1AR.
294
38
£ 82,000 /yr
70%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: N5 1AR 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. N5 1AR spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for N5 1AR. The average age is 38.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
N5 1AR has low crime rates — 37 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Highbury Fields School
Drayton Park Primary School
City of London Academy Highbury Grove
Samuel Rhodes MLD School
St Joan of Arc RC Primary School
St John's Highbury Vale CofE Primary School
St Mary Magdalene Academy: the Courtyard
Highbury Quadrant Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
69 nearby- Green Euro Express0.9 km
- Green Lane Larder0.9 km
- New Green Supermarket0.9 km
- Raj's Cabin0.9 km
- Handy Mini Market1.0 km
- + 64 more
Pub, NightClub
32 nearby- The Monarch0.9 km
- Arsenal Tavern1.0 km
- The Drayton Park Public House0.3 km
- The Highbury Barn Tavern0.2 km
- Famous Cock Tavern Public House0.9 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
165 nearby- Blue Nile Restaurant0.9 km
- Coffee Joint0.9 km
- Emy’s kitchen0.9 km
- MR BOND BURGER0.9 km
- Primeurs0.8 km
- + 160 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Silver Palace Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Fireaway0.8 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Kasey's Chicken0.7 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- The Co-Operative Food Group0.6 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Highbury Centre0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Drayton Park0.2 km
- Highbury & Islington0.7 km
- Canonbury0.8 km
Bus Stops
- Drayton Park Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: N51AR · Data under Open Government Licence