Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

W1H 1QE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for W1H 1QE.

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Population

581

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 68,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: W1H 1QE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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10/10
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4/10
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10/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines W1H 1QE — 59% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. 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

W1H 1QE is an active urban area located 0.3km from Bryanston in City of Westminster. Administratively it sits within Marylebone ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.

For renters and young professionals, W1H 1QE 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. By day, the area transitions to a big city life character: big city services, with accommodation and food. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 46% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster.

Safety: Crime rates are high (185 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for W1H 1QE are sourced from Output Area E00023490 (shared with 135 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 W1H 1QE. The average age is 33.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British40.7%
Asian / British Asian30.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.9%
Other / Mixed25.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

Crime rates near W1H 1QE are high at 185 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour642
Other theft484
Violence and sexual offences459
Theft from the person289
Vehicle crime178

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Bryanston Square CofE School

Good169 pupils0.1 km
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Christ Church Bentinck CofE Primary School

Outstanding216 pupils0.3 km
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Hampden Gurney CofE Primary School

Outstanding223 pupils0.3 km
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St Edward's Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement249 pupils0.5 km
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Ark King Solomon Academy

Outstanding1309 pupils0.5 km
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Portman Early Childhood Centre

Outstanding67 pupils0.6 km
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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.7 km
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Gateway Academy

Good618 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

162 nearby
  • WESTBURY FOOD & WINE0.7 km
  • Bayley & Sage0.7 km
  • Primark Stores0.8 km
  • William Hill0.9 km
  • Almansoori Cafe0.4 km
  • + 157 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

487 nearby
  • Ali Baba Restaurant0.5 km
  • Azmar Restaurant0.9 km
  • Baskin Robbins0.5 km
  • Comfort Inn0.9 km
  • Jannat Restaurant0.9 km
  • + 482 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

40 nearby
  • Benugo Limited0.8 km
  • Honi Poke0.9 km
  • Shawarma And More0.4 km
  • Wok To Walk0.4 km
  • Bagel Factory1.0 km
  • + 35 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

74 nearby
  • Parkwood Hotel0.7 km
  • The Prince Akatoki London0.5 km
  • Dorset Square Hotel0.4 km
  • London Marriott Hotel Park Lane0.8 km
  • Hyde Park Rooms Hotel0.8 km
  • + 69 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Flowerhouse Pub0.6 km
  • Brewdog Paddington0.6 km
  • Grand Union0.6 km
  • Lockhouse Pub0.6 km
  • The Sir John Balcombe Pub0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

16 nearby
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • Waitrose0.3 km
  • Waitrose Supermarket0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • + 11 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Marylebone0.3 km
  • London Paddington1.0 km
  • London Euston2.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Marylebone Underground Station0.3 km
  • Marylebone Underground Station0.3 km
  • Marylebone Underground Station0.3 km
  • London Marylebone Rail Station0.3 km
  • Edgware Road (Circle Line) Underground Station0.3 km