london W1J Postcodes

London (W1J)

The W1J postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 938 individual postcodes.

There are 1 electoral wards in the W1J postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the City of London,Westminster Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 47% of people in W1J 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 W1J 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 W1J postcode is located within the London district and covers the area of Mayfair, an affluent and fashionable district in central London, England, with its famous wide variety of high-end shops, restaurants, bars, and entrainment.

The area is served by the London underground's Bond Street tube station and sits between the more prestigious W1K and W1G postcodes. It houses many landmark buildings, including the BBC headquarters, the Piccadilly Hotel, Selfridges, and Fortnum and Mason.

The area is well known for being the most expensive office and residential space in London, known as the 'golden postcode'. Grand terraces and stately houses, many of which house embassies, are common features in W1J.

Other points of interest in the area include Green Park, Shepherd's Market, Grosvenor Square, and The Penn Club, one of London's most prestigious private members' clubs offering its members exclusive access to a range of facilities and services.

The area hosts a wide range of annual events, such as the Mayfair Antiques Fair, which features over 100 exhibitors, as well as the International Antiques and Fine Art Fair held at the Grosvenor House Hotel and the Mayfair & Belgravia Garden Show, which showcases the finest local gardeners and plants.

Notable residents of the district have included The Beatles, William Makepeace Thackeray, journalist Sir Desmond Morris, and fashion designer Vivienne Westwood.

Additionally, London's West End theatres, world renowned museums, and art galleries can be found in the district, as well as some of the best shopping and nightlife in the city. This is an area, which has become notable as a playground for London's rich and famous and is one of the most sought after destination for those looking to rub shoulders with the rich and powerful.

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