12,968TOTAL POPULATION
6,433HOUSEHOLDS
7.3%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£54,080AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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SW1P POSTCODE REGION

London (SW1P)

The SW1P postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 1588 individual postcodes.

There are 1 electoral wards in the SW1P postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the City of London,Westminster Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 41% of people in SW1P 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 SW1P 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 SW1P postcode is in the London district in the United Kingdom. It covers an area of Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Pimlico, parts of Hyde Park corner and much of the West End including Buckingham Palace and St. James's Park. The area is known for its expensive real estate and grand townhouses, being home to some of the wealthiest people in the country. It has seen an ever-increasing demand for its properties, especially from those working in the City of London.

The main streets of SW1P that are popular amongst the locals are Victoria Street, Vauxhall Bridge Road, Knightsbridge and Sloane Street. It is the centre for London's elite, with the Royal Academy of Arts, Grosvenor Square, Savoy Hotel, and the Royal Opera House located within it.

As for transport, the area is particularly well connected with numerous Underground stations. These include Victoria, Hyde Park Corner, Pimlico, Knightsbridge, St James's Park, Westminster and Green Park. The overland train stations nearby are also desirable, with City Thameslink and Victoria both providing a great connection to the rest of the country.

SW1P is known to be one of the most secure places in the city, with a number of embassies and private security companies monitoring the area. Also, the area has a unique shopping experience, with the world renowned Harrods, Harvey Nichols and other luxury retailers based here. Various other services such as banks, eateries, barbers, cafe, art galleries, and churches are also available, all of which make SW1P an attractive place to live and work.

Finally, the culture in the area is second to none, with many great theatres, museums, libraries, and art galleries to visit and explore. Some of the most iconic landmarks of London, such as Trafalgar Square, can be found here. SW1P is also home to some of the most prestigious universities in the country, such as the London School of Economics, King's College, and even Imperial College. In addition, prestigious medical facilities and schools are also available, making it the ideal place to live for those who want access to the best of what London has to offer.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 84%WORKING
  • 16%UNEMPLOYED

16% of people in SW1P are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 41%AB
  • 42%C2/C2
  • 17%DE

According to census records, 41% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 46%WHITE
  • 54%NON-WHITE

46% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

SW1PGreater London

Greater London

The county of Greater London

SW1P 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 CodeSW1P
Postal TownLondon
MSOA NameWestminster 020
LSOA NameWestminster 020E
CountyGreater London
RegionGreater London
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCity of London,Westminster
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

SW1P Electoral Wards

The postal region of SW1P, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


St James
Westminster
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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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