Postcode Analysis Islington, London

W1A 6BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for W1A 6BJ.

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Population

239

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 64,100 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: W1A 6BJ 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.

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1/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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9/10
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4/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 51% of tenure in W1A 6BJ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

W1A 6BJ is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Gray's Inn Road in Islington. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Clerkenwell ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.

This is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, high status city commuters, mostly in london. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Islington.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 105 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for W1A 6BJ are sourced from Output Area E00013578 (shared with 3291 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 W1A 6BJ. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British65.1%
Asian / British Asian8.4%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed21.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 7%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

Crime around W1A 6BJ is above average at 105 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour319
Violence and sexual offences269
Other theft254
Theft from the person207
Public order76

school Local Schools

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Christopher Hatton Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.2 km
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St George the Martyr Church of England Primary School

Outstanding221 pupils0.4 km
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St Alban's Church of England Primary School

Good213 pupils0.5 km
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Hugh Myddelton Primary School

Outstanding492 pupils0.5 km
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Children's Hospital School at Gt Ormond Street and UCH

Outstanding0 pupils0.6 km
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Thomas Coram Centre

Outstanding128 pupils0.6 km
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St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School

Good214 pupils0.8 km
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The Pears Family School

Outstanding3 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

157 nearby
  • AM to PM Convenience Store0.7 km
  • Metro Express0.5 km
  • The Co-Operative Food Group0.3 km
  • ASPEN VENTURES GROUP LTD0.8 km
  • Argentalia London0.5 km
  • + 152 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

48 nearby
  • Alhambra Hotel1.0 km
  • CLINK 2610.7 km
  • Malmaison Hotel0.9 km
  • Point A Hotel London Kings Cross0.7 km
  • Bedford Hotel - Botanica restaurant and bar0.9 km
  • + 43 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

108 nearby
  • 2Northdown0.9 km
  • Crowne Plaza Kings Cross0.2 km
  • Lord John Russell P.H.1.0 km
  • Cafe Kick0.3 km
  • The Exmouth Arms0.2 km
  • + 103 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

465 nearby
  • Bisou0.7 km
  • CANTON TASTE0.5 km
  • Chuck Burgers0.9 km
  • Kings Cross Tandoori1.0 km
  • Paolina Thai Cuisine0.8 km
  • + 460 more
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Supermarkets

25 nearby
  • Co-operative0.8 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • TESCO0.7 km
  • Sainsburys0.8 km
  • Amazon Fresh0.7 km
  • + 20 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

148 nearby
  • Indian Lounge0.9 km
  • Pasty Shop Unit 70.9 km
  • Wasabi0.9 km
  • Q's Chicken1.0 km
  • Goswell Best Charcoal Grill0.9 km
  • + 143 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Farringdon0.7 km
  • London Kings Cross1.0 km
  • City Thameslink1.3 km