Postcode Analysis Camden, London

BEDFORD ROW, WC1R 4HD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEDFORD ROW, WC1R 4HD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

309

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 55,000 /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: WC1R 4HD 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.

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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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10/10
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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WC1R 4HD spans multiple life stages — average age 36, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WC1R 4HD is an active urban area on Bedford Row, 0.1km from Aldwych in Camden. Administratively it sits within Holborn & Covent Garden ward and the Holborn and St Pancras constituency.

For renters and young professionals, WC1R 4HD offers a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. Outside of residential hours, big city services, with accommodation and food. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 56% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Camden.

Safety: Crime rates are high (196 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for WC1R 4HD are sourced from Output Area E00004554 (shared with 200 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 WC1R 4HD. The average age is 35.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British55.2%
Asian / British Asian26.6%
Black / African / Caribbean7.1%
Other / Mixed11.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime rates near WC1R 4HD are high at 196 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 theft375
Theft from the person343
Violence and sexual offences325
Anti-social behaviour290
Shoplifting236

school Local Schools

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St George the Martyr Church of England Primary School

Outstanding221 pupils0.2 km
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Children's Hospital School at Gt Ormond Street and UCH

Outstanding0 pupils0.3 km
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Christopher Hatton Primary School

Outstanding227 pupils0.4 km
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St Alban's Church of England Primary School

Good213 pupils0.4 km
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St Josephs Catholic Primary School

Good198 pupils0.6 km
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Thomas Coram Centre

Outstanding128 pupils0.6 km
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St Clement Danes CofE Primary School

Outstanding220 pupils0.8 km
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Argyle Primary School

Good366 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

216 nearby
  • Metro Express0.9 km
  • Karma Cola0.7 km
  • Patisserie Deux Amis0.9 km
  • Supersave Food & Wine0.9 km
  • The Co-Operative Food Group0.9 km
  • + 211 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

64 nearby
  • CLINK 2611.0 km
  • The Zetter Hotel0.9 km
  • Travelodge0.7 km
  • Me Hotel0.9 km
  • Bloomsbury Palace Hotel1.0 km
  • + 59 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

651 nearby
  • CANTON TASTE0.9 km
  • Sen Viet1.0 km
  • CHA CHI CHAI0.9 km
  • The Urdang The Old Finsbury Town Hall0.9 km
  • CHOPPALUNA0.9 km
  • + 646 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

120 nearby
  • Union Tavern Public House0.8 km
  • Crowne Plaza Kings Cross0.7 km
  • Lord John Russell P.H.0.9 km
  • Cafe Kick0.8 km
  • The Exmouth Arms0.8 km
  • + 115 more
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Supermarkets

19 nearby
  • Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
  • Co-operative Food0.3 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Tian Tian Market0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • + 14 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

191 nearby
  • Brazilian Salads0.5 km
  • Burger Makers0.5 km
  • Food Gangnam Style0.5 km
  • JINJJA0.5 km
  • Med Wraps0.5 km
  • + 186 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Farringdon0.8 km
  • City Thameslink1.2 km
  • London Kings Cross1.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Holborn Underground Station0.4 km
  • Holborn Underground Station0.4 km
  • Chancery Lane Underground Station0.4 km
  • Holborn Underground Station0.4 km
  • Holborn Underground Station0.4 km