WC1A 9HJ is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Gray's Inn Road in Islington. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Clerkenwell ward and the Islington South and Finsbury constituency.
This is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, high status city commuters, mostly in london. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Islington.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 105 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for WC1A 9HJ are sourced from Output Area E00013578 (shared with 3291 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WC1A 9HJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WC1A 9HJ.
239
38
£ 64,100 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WC1A 9HJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WC1A 9HJ has a significant social housing presence — 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WC1A 9HJ. The average age is 37.7. 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 around WC1A 9HJ is above average at 105 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Christopher Hatton Primary School
St George the Martyr Church of England Primary School
St Alban's Church of England Primary School
Hugh Myddelton Primary School
Children's Hospital School at Gt Ormond Street and UCH
Thomas Coram Centre
St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School
The Pears Family School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
157 nearby- AM to PM Convenience Store0.7 km
- Metro Express0.5 km
- The Co-Operative Food Group0.3 km
- ASPEN VENTURES GROUP LTD0.8 km
- Argentalia London0.5 km
- + 152 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
48 nearby- Alhambra Hotel1.0 km
- CLINK 2610.7 km
- Malmaison Hotel0.9 km
- Point A Hotel London Kings Cross0.7 km
- Bedford Hotel - Botanica restaurant and bar0.9 km
- + 43 more
Pub, NightClub
108 nearby- 2Northdown0.9 km
- Crowne Plaza Kings Cross0.2 km
- Lord John Russell P.H.1.0 km
- Cafe Kick0.3 km
- The Exmouth Arms0.2 km
- + 103 more
Restaurant, Cafe
465 nearby- Bisou0.7 km
- CANTON TASTE0.5 km
- Chuck Burgers0.9 km
- Kings Cross Tandoori1.0 km
- Paolina Thai Cuisine0.8 km
- + 460 more
Supermarkets
25 nearby- Co-operative0.8 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- TESCO0.7 km
- Sainsburys0.8 km
- Amazon Fresh0.7 km
- + 20 more
Takeaway Shop
148 nearby- Indian Lounge0.9 km
- Pasty Shop Unit 70.9 km
- Wasabi0.9 km
- Q's Chicken1.0 km
- Goswell Best Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- + 143 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Farringdon0.7 km
- London Kings Cross1.0 km
- City Thameslink1.3 km
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