2,639TOTAL POPULATION
1,228HOUSEHOLDS
7.0%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£43,680AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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EC1N POSTCODE REGION

London (EC1N)

The EC1N postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 509 individual postcodes.

There are 1 electoral wards in the EC1N postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Camden Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 43% of people in EC1N are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of EC1N are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


The EC1N postcode is located in the London district of Clerkenwell, one of the oldest parts of the city. It sits just north of the City of London, between the two branches of the River Fleet, and covers the regions around Clerkenwell Green and Smithfield.

The EC1N postcode includes the districts of Farringdon, Hatton Garden, Mount Pleasant, and Barbican, and includes many businesses and areas of history and culture, such as The Order of St. John, the ancient site of St Bartholomew's Priory, and the Foundling Museum. It is also home to many of London's popular tourist sites such as The Museum of the Order of St John, the London Canal Museum, Smithfield Market, and Sadler's Wells.

EC1N has long been a hub of industry and innovation, with small businesses such as toolmakers, glassmakers, and leatheworkers thriving in the area. It is also home to Hatton Garden, famous for its jewellery and clockmaking, and Toynbee Hall, the social reform centre founded by the Charity Organisation Society in 1884.

The EC1N postcode is also known for its vibrant nightlife, with many trendy bars and pubs located throughout the area. Notable institutions include The Old Red Cow - one of London's oldest pubs - and The Viaduct Tavern, which is a popular meeting place for local craftsmen as well as a popular drinking spot for tourists.

The area is served by several local Tube stations, including Farringdon, Barbican, and Chancery Lane, and is also served by various bus routes, making it well connected to the rest of London and the UK. There are also many car parks in the area, and London City Airport is only a short drive away.

In recent years, the area has seen an influx of new businesses, shops, and restaurants - adding to its diverse mix of people and cultures. This trend has been helped by its central location and its proximity to places such as the West End, Oxford Street, and Shoreditch.

All in all, EC1N is a vibrant and diverse area steeped in history and culture. It is home to a range of businesses, tourist sites, and shopping opportunities that make it an exciting and popular place to live and visit. The area's close proximity to both the City and other popular parts of London make it a great choice for those who want to enjoy all that London has to offer.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 79%WORKING
  • 21%UNEMPLOYED

21% of people in EC1N are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 43%AB
  • 41%C2/C2
  • 16%DE

According to census records, 43% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 44%WHITE
  • 56%NON-WHITE

44% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

EC1NGreater London

Greater London

The county of Greater London

EC1N is located in the county of Greater London, in England.

Greater London has a total population of 8,778,500, making it the 1st largest county in the UK.

Greater London has a total area of 606 square miles, and a population density of 5594 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Greater London Postal Town Map
Outward CodeEC1N
Postal TownLondon
MSOA NameCamden 027
LSOA NameCamden 027C
CountyGreater London
RegionGreater London
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCamden
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

EC1N Electoral Wards

The postal region of EC1N, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Clerkenwell
Finsbury
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