london WC1R Postcodes

London (WC1R)

The WC1R postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 330 individual postcodes.

There are 4 electoral wards in the WC1R postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Camden Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 41% of people in WC1R 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 WC1R 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 WC1R postcode is a UK postcode located in the London Borough of Camden. It is located in Central London, and covers a wide area, including Bloomsbury, Gray's Inn, High Holborn, and Kingsway. It has a population of 18,850 people with an average age of 38.

WC1R postcodes form part of the Holborn and St Pancras parliamentary constituency, and are bounded by the Euston Road to the north and the modern development of West Smithfield to the south. The eastern boundary is defined by West Street and the western boundary by the old post office building in Kingsway.

The area is home to several world-class attractions, including the British Museum, the British Library, and the Royal Courts of Justice. It is also close to two of London's best-known theatres: the Donmar Warehouse and the Almeida. The neighbourhood is known for its lively nightlife, with plenty of pubs, restaurants, and bars.

WC1R is also known for its many educational institutions, including University College London and the London School of Economics. The area has a definite student culture, with hundreds of students constantly flocking to the area during term time.

The postcode also includes the business hub of Holborn Circus, which is full of high-rise office buildings, shops, restaurants, and cafes and is a popular destination for professional services. Nearby Covent Garden is one of the capital's most vibrant and cosmopolitan areas, filled with shops, cafes, and upmarket bars.

The postcode has excellent links to the rest of London with a range of Underground stations and easy access to major roads. Holborn Station provides access to the Central, Piccadilly and Waterloo & City lines, while Chancery Lane Station provides access to the Central Line. Kings Cross and St Pancras stations are both close by and provide main line services out of London.

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