Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

W1H 2HS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for W1H 2HS.

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Population

254

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Avg Age

41

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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 2HS 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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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

50% of W1H 2HS's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. 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 2HS is an active urban area located 0.2km 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 2HS offers a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. Outside of residential hours, high status management and administration, especially public sector. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 46% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 50% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster.

Safety: Crime rates are high (183 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for W1H 2HS are sourced from Output Area E00023529 (shared with 40 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 2HS. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British50.0%
Asian / British Asian20.5%
Black / African / Caribbean8.7%
Other / Mixed20.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 0%
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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 W1H 2HS are high at 183 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft510
Anti-social behaviour463
Violence and sexual offences397
Theft from the person358
Shoplifting189

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Bryanston Square CofE School

Good169 pupils0.2 km
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Hampden Gurney CofE Primary School

Outstanding223 pupils0.4 km
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Christ Church Bentinck CofE Primary School

Outstanding216 pupils0.5 km
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St Edward's Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement249 pupils0.6 km
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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.6 km
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Ark King Solomon Academy

Outstanding1309 pupils0.6 km
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The St Marylebone CofE School

Outstanding1165 pupils0.7 km
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Portman Early Childhood Centre

Outstanding67 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

160 nearby
  • WESTBURY FOOD & WINE0.8 km
  • Bayley & Sage0.8 km
  • Apek Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Crispins0.6 km
  • Foodwise Express0.8 km
  • + 155 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

489 nearby
  • Ali Baba Restaurant0.5 km
  • Baskin Robbins0.5 km
  • Roof Top Kitchen0.8 km
  • Rudolf Steiner House Cafe0.6 km
  • Silvy'S Pizza0.4 km
  • + 484 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

39 nearby
  • Benugo Limited0.8 km
  • Falafel & Juice Bar0.5 km
  • Slaw Food@Source Market0.8 km
  • Boxcar Baker & Deli0.1 km
  • My Godo0.5 km
  • + 34 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

67 nearby
  • Adare Hotel1.0 km
  • Alexandra Hotel1.0 km
  • Athena Hotel0.9 km
  • Belmont Hotel0.8 km
  • Classic Hyde Park Hotel0.8 km
  • + 62 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Be At One1.0 km
  • Burlock And Fam Bar0.8 km
  • Harry'S Bar0.8 km
  • Clarette0.5 km
  • Grand Union0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

17 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Marks And Spencer0.6 km
  • Marks And Spencer - Simply Food0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • + 12 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Marylebone0.4 km
  • London Paddington1.1 km
  • London Euston2.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Marylebone Underground Station0.4 km
  • Marylebone Underground Station0.4 km
  • Marylebone Underground Station0.4 km
  • London Marylebone Rail Station0.4 km
  • Baker Street Underground Station0.4 km