44TOTAL POPULATION
32HOUSEHOLDS
7.2%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£65,000AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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EC3A POSTCODE REGION

London (EC3A)

The EC3A postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 505 individual postcodes.

There are 4 electoral wards in the EC3A postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the City of London,Westminster Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 42% of people in EC3A 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 EC3A 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 EC3A postcode is located in the City of London, the historic London center that also serves as the UK's main financial district.

The area is one of the most densely populated in the entire city and covers just of a square mile, bordered by the Tower Hamlets of Poplar, Mile End, Stepney and Shoreditch to the east; the London Boroughs of Camden and Islington to the north, and Lambeth and Southwark to the south.

The postcode neighborhood is home to iconic landmarks such as the Tower of London, Monument, St. Paul's Cathedral, London Bridge and Tower Gateway DLR Station. The area also includes a bustling business district, with major companies headquartered in the area such as Deutsche Bank, Standard Chartered and the Bank of China.

The area is popular with commuters, with many living in the areawhile commuting into work, and its attractions, amenities and public transport options attract visitors as well as residents. It is well connected to the rest of the city with several tubes and buses, as well as Thames River bus services and national rail from nearby Fenchurch Street.

EC3A is also known for its excellent restaurant and bar culture, with a wealth of award-winning eateries from Michelin stars to casual lunch spots, as well as numerous theatres and galleries nearby.

The area is also known for its excellent schools, with several of the city's most successful and highly rated institutions based in the area. This includes independent schools such as City of London School and St Paul's Cathedral Choir School, both of which have outstanding academic performances.

EC3A boasts a range of open spaces, recreational activities within easy reach, such as Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park, as well as several pockets of greenery suitable for picnics and strolls.

TheEC3A postcode in the City of London is an exciting place to live and visit, with its many iconic landmarks, vibrant business district, excellent transport links, award-winning restaurants and great education and recreation options.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 83%WORKING
  • 17%UNEMPLOYED

17% of people in EC3A are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 42%AB
  • 42%C2/C2
  • 16%DE

According to census records, 42% 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%.

EC3AGreater London

Greater London

The county of Greater London

EC3A 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 CodeEC3A
Postal TownLondon
MSOA NameCity of London 001
LSOA NameCity of London 001F
CountyGreater London
RegionGreater London
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCity of London,Westminster
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

EC3A Electoral Wards

The postal region of EC3A, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Aldgate
Aldgate East
Petticoat Lane
Bishopsgate
London
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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