Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

W1G 8AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for W1G 8AZ.

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Population

233

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 88,500 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: W1G 8AZ 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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10/10
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10/10
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3/10
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1/10
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Area Character

W1G 8AZ is a high-turnover rental hub — with 76% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.

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

W1G 8AZ is a well-regarded residential area located 0.3km from Cavendish Square in City of Westminster. Administratively it sits within Marylebone ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.

For renters and young professionals, W1G 8AZ offers 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. During the day, high status city commuters, mostly in london. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (57% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (690 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for W1G 8AZ are sourced from Output Area E00023842 (shared with 419 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 W1G 8AZ. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.2%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed9.7%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 57%
Unemployed: 3%
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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 rates near W1G 8AZ are high at 690 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are theft from the person and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Theft from the person1574
Shoplifting1144
Other theft1081
Violence and sexual offences358
Anti-social behaviour325

school Local Schools

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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.3 km
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The St Marylebone CofE School

Outstanding1165 pupils0.6 km
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All Souls CofE Primary School

Good206 pupils0.7 km
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St George's Hanover Square CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement98 pupils1.0 km
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St Mary's Bryanston Square CofE School

Good169 pupils1.1 km
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Camden Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Good17 pupils1.1 km
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Netley Primary School & Centre for Autism

Good436 pupils1.1 km
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Hampden Gurney CofE Primary School

Outstanding223 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

877 nearby
  • AMORINO1.0 km
  • B Bagel1.0 km
  • COSTA COFFEE1.0 km
  • Kentucky Fried Chicken1.0 km
  • SARDO0.9 km
  • + 872 more
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Supermarkets

16 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Waitrose Supermarket0.3 km
  • Tesco Baker St Express0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Takeaway Shop

101 nearby
  • GONG CHA GOODGE ST1.0 km
  • Pret A Manger1.0 km
  • Salad Med0.9 km
  • EGGO LAND LTD1.0 km
  • GRILLED FISH0.8 km
  • + 96 more
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Retailers - Other

158 nearby
  • La Petite Poissonerie0.8 km
  • Joe Guselli Fruits1.0 km
  • Adam Health1.0 km
  • Blandford Fruit Stores0.4 km
  • Buns From Home0.7 km
  • + 153 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

41 nearby
  • Montagu Place Hotel0.8 km
  • Dorset Square Hotel1.0 km
  • London Marriott Hotel Park Lane0.8 km
  • Regency Hotel Parkside0.6 km
  • The Prince Akatoki London0.8 km
  • + 36 more
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Pub, NightClub

40 nearby
  • Be At One0.2 km
  • Burlock And Fam Bar0.4 km
  • Harry'S Bar0.3 km
  • The Wheatsheaf1.0 km
  • Cirque Du Soir0.8 km
  • + 35 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Marylebone1.2 km
  • London Euston1.5 km
  • London Paddington1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Bond Street Underground Station0.3 km
  • Bond Street Underground Station0.3 km
  • Bond Street Underground Station0.4 km
  • Bond Street Underground Station0.4 km
  • Oxford Circus Underground Station0.5 km