Postcode Analysis Westminster, London

W1U 5UW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for W1U 5UW.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 89,100 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: W1U 5UW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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4/10
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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

W1U 5UW has a highly multicultural community character — 56% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. 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

W1U 5UW is an active urban area located 0.5km from Dorset Square in City of Westminster. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Marylebone ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.

W1U 5UW is 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a administrative centres zone — high status management and administration, especially public sector. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. The area has a notably diverse population — 56% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster.

Safety: Crime rates are high (197 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for W1U 5UW are sourced from Output Area E00023813 (shared with 53 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 W1U 5UW. The average age is 35.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British43.5%
Asian / British Asian32.0%
Black / African / Caribbean5.9%
Other / Mixed18.6%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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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 W1U 5UW are high at 197 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and theft from the person. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft445
Theft from the person295
Shoplifting254
Anti-social behaviour223
Violence and sexual offences195

school Local Schools

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The St Marylebone CofE School

Outstanding1165 pupils0.2 km
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St Vincent's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.4 km
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St Mary's Bryanston Square CofE School

Good169 pupils0.6 km
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St Edward's Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement249 pupils0.8 km
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Christ Church Bentinck CofE Primary School

Outstanding216 pupils0.8 km
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Hampden Gurney CofE Primary School

Outstanding223 pupils0.9 km
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Portman Early Childhood Centre

Outstanding67 pupils1.0 km
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Ark King Solomon Academy

Outstanding1309 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

119 nearby
  • Albaraka Supermarket1.0 km
  • Diwan Damas Deli1.0 km
  • Merkur Slots1.0 km
  • Convenience Local0.6 km
  • Leonidas (Chocart Ltd)0.5 km
  • + 114 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

467 nearby
  • Caffe Nero1.0 km
  • Hijazi Corner1.0 km
  • J&S1.0 km
  • Lord Wargrave0.9 km
  • Mcdonalds Restaurants1.0 km
  • + 462 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

31 nearby
  • Chiltern Firehouse0.4 km
  • Ten Manchester Street Hotel0.4 km
  • The London Continental Hotel0.4 km
  • Dorset Square Hotel0.4 km
  • The Prince Akatoki London0.8 km
  • + 26 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Clarette0.4 km
  • Flowerhouse Pub0.4 km
  • The Sir John Balcombe Pub0.5 km
  • Be At One0.8 km
  • Burlock And Fam Bar0.8 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

40 nearby
  • Boxcar Baker & Deli0.6 km
  • My Godo0.5 km
  • Pret A Manger0.9 km
  • Caravan Fitzrovia0.8 km
  • Honi Poke0.8 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

15 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Waitrose0.9 km
  • Waitrose Supermarket0.3 km
  • Marks And Spencer - Simply Food0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • + 10 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Marylebone0.6 km
  • London Euston1.5 km
  • London Paddington1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Baker Street Underground Station0.2 km
  • Baker Street Underground Station0.2 km
  • Baker Street Underground Station0.2 km
  • Baker Street Underground Station0.2 km
  • Baker Street Underground Station0.2 km