Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

WIMPOLE STREET, W1G 9SZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WIMPOLE STREET, W1G 9SZ.

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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 9SZ 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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Area Character

76% of homes in W1G 9SZ are privately rented, marking this as a dedicated rental postcode with a young, mobile population. 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 9SZ is a well-regarded residential area on Wimpole Street, 0.2km 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 9SZ 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. Outside of residential hours, high status city commuters, mostly in london. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 (712 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 9SZ 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 9SZ. 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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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)

Crime rates near W1G 9SZ are high at 712 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 person1608
Shoplifting1142
Other theft1111
Violence and sexual offences377
Anti-social behaviour348

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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Soho Parish CofE Primary School

Good134 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

165 nearby
  • Boots The Chemist0.7 km
  • Krispy Kreme0.9 km
  • The Fruit Garden1.0 km
  • Boots The Chemist0.3 km
  • Patkins0.9 km
  • + 160 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

883 nearby
  • Aubaine0.4 km
  • Bright Courtyard0.6 km
  • Chotto Matte Marylebone0.6 km
  • Heavenly Desserts Marylbone0.9 km
  • Kima Restaurant0.5 km
  • + 878 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

42 nearby
  • Blue Posts Public House0.8 km
  • The London Cocktail Club0.5 km
  • Boom Battle Bar0.9 km
  • Nq640.8 km
  • Simmons Bar0.9 km
  • + 37 more
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Supermarkets

17 nearby
  • Waitrose Ltd0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Marks And Spencer0.7 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • + 12 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

103 nearby
  • Dibs X Hamleys0.8 km
  • Ergon Deli And Cafe0.7 km
  • Sip Up - 24/7 Alcohol Delivery0.9 km
  • Tart Modern0.9 km
  • Itsu1.0 km
  • + 98 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

41 nearby
  • Blandford Hotel0.7 km
  • Hotel La Place0.6 km
  • Regency Hotel0.6 km
  • London Marriott Hotel Park Lane0.9 km
  • The London Edition0.8 km
  • + 36 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Marylebone1.2 km
  • London Euston1.5 km
  • London Paddington2.0 km

Bus Stops

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