Postcode Analysis Islington, London

N5 1AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for N5 1AR.

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Population

294

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 82,000 /yr

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Employed

70%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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4/10
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1/10
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10/10
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10/10
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9/10
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10/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British83.1%
Asian / British Asian3.4%
Black / African / Caribbean5.1%
Other / Mixed8.5%

Economic Activity

70%Active
FT: 57%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences118
Anti-social behaviour96
Public order48
Drugs40
Criminal damage and arson38

school Local Schools

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Highbury Fields School

Outstanding768 pupils0.0 km
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Drayton Park Primary School

Good290 pupils0.3 km
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City of London Academy Highbury Grove

Good1129 pupils0.5 km
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Samuel Rhodes MLD School

Outstanding135 pupils0.5 km
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St Joan of Arc RC Primary School

Good436 pupils0.6 km
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St John's Highbury Vale CofE Primary School

Outstanding203 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary Magdalene Academy: the Courtyard

Good49 pupils0.6 km
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Highbury Quadrant Primary School

Good278 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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

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
fastfood

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
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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

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