W1H 7AB is an active urban area located 0.2km from Portman Square in City of Westminster. Administratively it sits within Marylebone ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. The daytime character shifts — big city services, with accommodation and food. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 78% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (629 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for W1H 7AB are sourced from Output Area E00023510 (shared with 88 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
W1H 7AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for W1H 7AB.
189
37
£ 68,500 /yr
65%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: W1H 7AB 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.
Area Character
At 78% private renter occupancy, W1H 7AB is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for W1H 7AB. The average age is 37.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 7AB are high at 629 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.
school Local Schools
Hampden Gurney CofE Primary School
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
St George's Hanover Square CofE Primary School
St Mary's Bryanston Square CofE School
The St Marylebone CofE School
Christ Church Bentinck CofE Primary School
St Edward's Catholic Primary School
Ark King Solomon Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
127 nearby- Boots The Chemist0.7 km
- The Fruit Garden1.0 km
- Boots The Chemist0.7 km
- Assal Patisserie0.6 km
- Chocofruit0.3 km
- + 122 more
Restaurant, Cafe
508 nearby- Aubaine0.7 km
- Bright Courtyard0.5 km
- Chotto Matte Marylebone0.7 km
- Dinings Ltd0.8 km
- Heavenly Desserts Marylbone0.9 km
- + 503 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
39 nearby- Durrants Hotel0.5 km
- Parkwood Hotel0.4 km
- The Prince Akatoki London0.3 km
- Regency Hotel Parkside0.9 km
- Orchard Hotel1.0 km
- + 34 more
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- Cartwright & Butler Honey Cart0.3 km
- Lablabi0.6 km
- Professional Project Catering0.4 km
- Wafflemeister0.1 km
- Subway0.7 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Tesco Baker St Express0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Tesco Metro0.5 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Waitrose0.7 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Coach And Horses Public House0.9 km
- Flowerhouse Pub0.5 km
- Maddox Tavern1.0 km
- Mr Fogg's Apothecary0.7 km
- Clarette0.6 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- London Marylebone1.0 km
- London Paddington1.3 km
- London Victoria2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Marble Arch Underground Station0.1 km
- Marble Arch Underground Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: W1H7AB · Data under Open Government Licence