7,084TOTAL POPULATION
3,259HOUSEHOLDS
7.5%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£40,560AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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WC1N POSTCODE REGION

London (WC1N)

The WC1N postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 568 individual postcodes.

There are 1 electoral wards in the WC1N postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Camden Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 34% of people in WC1N 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 WC1N are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


WC1N is a postcode district in Central London which covers a small area of the London Borough of Camden including Euston, Kings Cross and Russell Square.

The area covered by WC1N is bounded by Euston Road and York Way to the North, Camden High Street and the Brunswick Centre to the south, Grays Inn Road and Doughty Street to the east and Tavistock Square to the west.

Within the WC1N postcode district is the world-famous British Museum and the popular University College London, as well as the famous British Library and St Pancras International Station. The area also includes the homes of many prestigious political and historical figures as well as iconic cinemas such as the Curzon Bloomsbury and dingy watering holes in Bloomsbury.

Shopping opportunities abound within WC1N with over two hundred independent stores, boutiques, cafes and restaurants all clustered together in the bustling streets and squares. Such stores include the vast Supreme flagship store, the Bel-Air sneaker shop, the French-style Delicatessen Refettorio, and the famous Charing Cross Road bookshops.

Travelling to and from the area is easy with numerous overland, underground and bus routes running through the district. The closest underground station is Kings Cross St Pancras whilst buses are available with routes covering Euston, Kings Cross, High Street and Russell Square.

The district itself is known for its unique blend of old and new. The historic British Library, Victorian markets, and classical architecture all mix in harmony with cafes and boutique hotels. The atmosphere of WC1N is one of creativity and vibrancy, home to a variety of cultures, art galleries, theatres and music venues.

Euston is the main artery of WC1N, the bustling roads are incredibly busy during peak hours with vehicles weaving in and out of the congested junctions.

TheWC1N postcode district in Central London is known for its remarkable blend of history, culture, industry and high-end retail. From landmarks such as the British Museum to hipster-style cafes and street markets, WC1N is a true melting pot of creativity and atmosphere.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 66%WORKING
  • 34%UNEMPLOYED

34% of people in WC1N are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 34%AB
  • 51%C2/C2
  • 15%DE

According to census records, 34% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 39%WHITE
  • 61%NON-WHITE

39% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

WC1NGreater London

Greater London

The county of Greater London

WC1N 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 CodeWC1N
Postal TownLondon
MSOA NameCamden 025
LSOA NameCamden 025A
CountyGreater London
RegionGreater London
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCamden
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

WC1N Electoral Wards

The postal region of WC1N, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bloomsbury
St Pancras
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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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