WC1E 6DX is an active urban area on Grafton Way, 0.5km from Woburn Square in Camden. Administratively it sits within Bloomsbury ward and the Holborn and St Pancras constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WC1E 6DX is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. 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. 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 58% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Camden. Full-time employment stands at 19% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are high (281 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £300k, down 4.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WC1E 6DX are sourced from Output Area E00004174 (shared with 33 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRAFTON WAY, WC1E 6DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAFTON WAY, WC1E 6DX.
147
41
£ 60,000 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 70% of tenure in WC1E 6DX — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant. Property prices are trending down 4.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WC1E 6DX. The average age is 41.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 300,000
3 sales · Mean £ 308,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near WC1E 6DX are high at 281 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are theft from the person and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Camden Primary Pupil Referral Unit
Netley Primary School & Centre for Autism
All Souls CofE Primary School
Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ
St Mary and St Pancras Church of England Primary School
Christ Church School
Regent High School
Argyle Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
537 nearby- Mai Sushi0.8 km
- British Medical Association0.6 km
- Bubble & Vape0.2 km
- CHOPPALUNA0.8 km
- COMMON GRIND- BROCK STREET0.3 km
- + 532 more
Retailers - Other
123 nearby- Esther Randall Court0.5 km
- City News0.7 km
- Costcutter0.8 km
- Ethio Stores0.9 km
- Euston Metro0.6 km
- + 118 more
Pub, NightClub
68 nearby- Lord John Russell P.H.0.8 km
- Euston Tap0.4 km
- Amelie's Wine House0.6 km
- Fitzroy Tavern0.6 km
- Jack Horner0.7 km
- + 63 more
Takeaway Shop
115 nearby- Pasta Espressa0.2 km
- Inzu Sushi/1001 Box Bento `N` Katsu0.6 km
- Plated Taqueria0.6 km
- CHEATMEALS0.5 km
- Dim T0.6 km
- + 110 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
68 nearby- County Hotel0.5 km
- Fitzrovia Bed and Breakfast0.6 km
- Charlotte Street Hotel0.7 km
- Avonmore Hotel0.7 km
- Bedford Hotel - Botanica restaurant and bar1.0 km
- + 63 more
Supermarkets
19 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.6 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
- Co-operative Food Group Ltd0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- + 14 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- London Euston0.5 km
- London St-Pancras1.1 km
- London St-Pancras1.1 km
Bus Stops
- Warren Street Underground Station0.1 km
- Warren Street Underground Station0.1 km
- Warren Street Underground Station0.2 km
- Warren Street Underground Station0.2 km
- Warren Street Underground Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WC1E6DX · Data under Open Government Licence