Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

SW1E 5HL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SW1E 5HL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

302

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 68,800 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SW1E 5HL 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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8/10
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10/10
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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

SW1E 5HL has a highly multicultural community character — 47% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.

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

SW1E 5HL is a well-regarded residential area located 0.3km from Westminster in City of Westminster. Administratively it sits within St James's ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.

For renters and young professionals, SW1E 5HL offers a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. During the day, big city services, with accommodation and food. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster.

Safety: Crime rates are high (486 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for SW1E 5HL are sourced from Output Area E00023943 (shared with 55 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 SW1E 5HL. The average age is 37.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British52.8%
Asian / British Asian18.7%
Black / African / Caribbean6.6%
Other / Mixed22.0%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near SW1E 5HL are high at 486 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and theft from the person. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour712
Theft from the person636
Other theft356
Violence and sexual offences310
Shoplifting281

school Local Schools

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Westminster City School

Good782 pupils0.1 km
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St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School

Good147 pupils0.3 km
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The Grey Coat Hospital

Outstanding1111 pupils0.5 km
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St Peter's Eaton Square CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement284 pupils0.5 km
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Burdett-Coutts and Townshend Foundation CofE Primary School

Good148 pupils0.5 km
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St Matthew's School, Westminster

Good168 pupils0.6 km
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Millbank Academy

Outstanding257 pupils1.0 km
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Pimlico Primary

Outstanding357 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

369 nearby
  • El Pirata Of Mayfair0.9 km
  • Graysons Restaurant0.9 km
  • H&W Catering Ltd0.9 km
  • H&W Catering Ltd0.9 km
  • L'Artiste Muscle1.0 km
  • + 364 more
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Retailers - Other

73 nearby
  • Sk Hair And Beauty1.0 km
  • Waldens Chemist0.9 km
  • Vegan Vessel/Vegan Eats/Just Vegan/Veganology0.5 km
  • Victoria Souvenirs & Print Shop0.6 km
  • Jeroboams0.9 km
  • + 68 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

41 nearby
  • Colliers Hotel0.8 km
  • Best Western0.8 km
  • The Athenaeum Hotel0.9 km
  • Victoria Inn Hotel0.9 km
  • Limegrove Hotel0.8 km
  • + 36 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

34 nearby
  • Domino'S Pizza0.7 km
  • Benugo Limited0.3 km
  • Coco Di Mama0.2 km
  • Dumdum Donutterie0.4 km
  • Barry'S Bootcamp0.8 km
  • + 29 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Hub By Premier Inn0.5 km
  • Curzon Cinemas Victoria Ltd0.2 km
  • Munich Cricket Club0.5 km
  • Victoria Taps0.5 km
  • The Other Place0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Marks And Spencer0.1 km
  • Marks And Spencer - Simply Food0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Little Waitrose0.2 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Victoria0.4 km
  • London Victoria Coach Station0.9 km
  • London Charing Cross1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Victoria Underground Station0.3 km
  • Victoria Underground Station0.3 km
  • Victoria Underground Station0.3 km
  • Victoria Underground Station0.3 km
  • St. James's Park Underground Station0.4 km