---POPULATION
4.7%UNEMPLOYED
25%MARRIED
£0AVERAGE WAGE
HI CRIME RATE
41%'AB' SOCIAL CLASS
WC1X 8YQLocal Map
Approximate address for WC1X 8YQ:
IntroductionWC1X 8YQ

Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the WC1X 8YQ postcode area in London.

We've got loads of statistics for WC1X 8YQ, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.

WC Postcode Wall Map
DemographicsWC1X 8YQ

What social class do the population of WC1X 8YQ belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is WC1X 8YQ in London, how professionally qualified are the community, and how many hours a week do they work? All this, and more information and demographic statistics about WC1X 8YQ from the Census 2011.


AVERAGE AGES

  • 9%Children
  • 91%Adults

9% of people in this postcode area are children. Of the remainder, 5% are aged 76 or more.

GENDER SPLIT

  • 50%Male
  • 50%Female

From the last census, 50% of people in WC1X8YQ male, and 50% female. Women outnumber men in Holborn and Covent Garden.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 41%AB
  • 47%C2/C2
  • 12%DE

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

MARITAL STATUS

  • 60%SINGLE
  • 25%MARRIED

The percentage of people who are married in WC1X 8YQ is 60%. Single and 'other' people is 41%.

ETHNICITY

  • 67%WHITE
  • 34%NON-WHITE

67% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 73.9%WORKING
  • 4.7%UNEMPLOYED

4.7% are either unemployed or students in this area. The UK unemployment rate is 4%.

See all demographics for WC1X 8YQ

Discover WC1X 8YQ

People and Demographics

WC1X 8YQ
People and Demographics

Demographics

An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in WC1X 8YQ, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.

WC1X 8YQ Demographics

Crime Rates and Statistics

Crime Rates

Police crime stats - see how safe it is around WC1X 8YQ, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?

Crime stats in WC1X 8YQ

Constituency & Democracy Information

Constituency

Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.

WC1X 8YQ Constituency

Local Issues & Problems

Local Issues

In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around WC1X 8YQ reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.

WC1X 8YQ Issues

Sunrise and Sunset Times

Sunrise/Sunset

Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area WC1X8YQ. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!

Sunrise/sunset in WC1X 8YQ

Local Job Vacancies

Job Vacancies

Looking for job vacancies in the WC1X 8YQ area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.

Job vacancies near WC1X 8YQ

Travel & Transport

WC1X 8YQ
Travel

Travel

Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to WC1X 8YQ.

Travel around WC1X 8YQ

Traffic and Travel Reports

Traffic Reports

Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.

Traffic near WC1X 8YQ

Taxis and Minicabs

Taxi Firms

Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the WC1X 8YQ area.

Taxis near WC1X 8YQ

Car Parks

Car Parks

Locate the nearest car parks near WC1X 8YQ, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Car Parks near WC1X 8YQ

Leisure & Outdoor Facilities

WC1X 8YQ
Events near WC1X 8YQ

Events

From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around WC1X 8YQ.

What's on near WC1X 8YQ

Local Attractions

Attractions

Enjoy a great family day out at a local attraction near WC1X 8YQ, including theme parks, castles, historic castles & more.

Attractions near WC1X 8YQ

Hotels and Bed & Breakfast

Hotels

Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area WC1X 8YQ.

Hotels near WC1X 8YQ

Tourist Information

Tourist Information

Locate the nearest car parks near WC1X 8YQ, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Tourist Information WC1X 8YQ

Local Amenities

WC1X 8YQ
Banks near WC1X 8YQ

Banks

Find the nearest bank or building society in WC1X 8YQ. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.

Banks near WC1X 8YQ

Cash Machines (ATMs)

Cash Machines

Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the WC1X 8YQ postcode area that dispense money.

Cach Machines near WC1X 8YQ

Schools

Schools

The nearest schools in the WC1X 8YQ area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.

Schools near WC1X 8YQ

Shopping Centres

Shopping Centres

Shop until you drop at a retail park or shopping centre near here. There's nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy.

Shopping Centres WC1X 8YQ

Police Stations

Police Stations

Report a crime or make an enquiry at your local police station or constabulary in your area. Phone 101 in a non-emergency.

Police Stations in WC1X 8YQ

Emergencies

Emergency Facilities

A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near WC1X 8YQ.

Emergencies in WC1X 8YQ

Post Offices

Post Offices

Whether you want to send a letter, make a Post Office transaction or pop a letter in the local postbox, we've got you covered.

Post Offices in WC1X 8YQ

Libraries

Libraries

A useful list of lending libraries located in and around WC1X 8YQ. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.

Libraries in WC1X 8YQ

Your views ofWC1X 8YQ

Chris H

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

We don't have any views of Wc1x8yq right now. If you live in Wc1x8yq or have visited it, please help us to help others by telling others what you think of this neighbourhood.


Add your view of WC1X 8YQ

People need your local expertise. If you live in WC1X 8YQ or have first-hand knowledge of the neighbourhood, please consider sharing your views. It's completely anonymous - all we ask is for your initials.

Your initials
Email (never published)
Your review

Please tell us what you like about the WC1X 8YQ postcode area, what you don't like, and what it's like to live or work here.

Your opinions on...
LOCAL AMENITIES
FAMILY FRIENDLY
PARKING
GREEN SPACES
----
Compare Conveyancing Quotes

Essential InformationWC1X 8YQ

WC1X8YQ Postcode Breakdown

WCXAREA1DISTRICT8SECTORYQUNIT
Full PostcodeWC1X 8YQ
Latitude/Longitude,
Postal TownLondon
Easting
Northing
Ward Name
MSOA Name
LSOA Name
CountyInner London
Region
CountryEngland
Local Authority
Local Authority Code
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

WC1X8YQ Postal District

Compass Postal District

WC1X 8YQ postcode is located in the postal town of London. London postal area may cover a large geographical region that may correspond to several postal districts, which may include many towns and/or villages. Use the map to determine the geographical location of the postcode WC1X 8YQ.

Nearest Towns & Cities
Bloomsbury0.3 miles SW
Holborn0.3 miles SW
Islington1.1 miles NE
London1.3 miles S
Lambeth1.3 miles S
Westminster1.3 miles S
Shoreditch1.6 miles NE
Hoxton1.6 miles NE
Covent Garden1.6 miles SW
Finsbury1.8 miles SE
Southwark1.8 miles SE
Mayfair2.1 miles SW
Marylebone2.1 miles SW
Lower Holloway2.2 miles N
London1 miles S
Glasgow339 miles NW
Edinburgh329 miles NW
Cardiff133 miles W
Liverpool177 miles NW
Southampton71 miles SW
Saint Ives88 miles SW

Edmond de Rothschild REIM acquires Newbury resi scheme for 34m

The affordable housing project has already seen the development of almost 120 new homes.

Property Week

Young Reporter-Being Nervous To Write My GCSE'S -Tanishka Shukla

As I sit here, pen in hand, the weight of next year's GCSE exams looming over me, I can't help but feel a wave of nervousness wash over me. The thought of those crucial exams, the ones that will deter&hellip

This is Local London

Young Reporter-Process of being a prefect-Tanishka Shukla

The process of becoming a prefect was tedious yet rewarding. I was motivated to become a prefect stemmed from my desire to gain practical experience of how the outside world functions, while also fulf&hellip

This is Local London

Rudy's Neapolitan Pizza review Queensway Notting Hill

The North West pizza gurus are moving south with restaurants in Shoreditch, Soho, Spitalfields, Tottenham Court Road, Soho and now Queensway

This is Local London

BRiCS acquires West Sussex site to develop 19m residential scheme

The SME developer has secured outlined planning permission for 30 homes.

Property Week

Plans submitted to convert Southampton hotel into student accommodation

The grade II-listed Dolphin Hotel is currently providing temporary accommodation to asylum seekers under a Home Office contract ending next month.

Property Week

The Holland Tringham Wetherspoons in Streatham first look

The Holland Tringham pub in Streatham has reopened today after a 800,000 refurbishment project.

This is Local London

Dartford and Gravesend shops suspected of selling illegal vapes

Illegal vapes, tobacco and cash have been seized after shops across Dartford and Gravesend were suspected of selling the unregulated products.

This is Local London

From the Postcode Area blog

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Ever wondered about the crime rate in your UK postcode? You're not alone. We've dug deep into the data, uncovering trends and patterns that'll make your head spin.

Read more

Death of the High Street?

Death of the High Street?

The BBC reports that despite councils' attempts to kurb them, the UK's high streets have seen a huge growth in fast food outlets. Could this mark the death knell for the Great British high street, and what can we do about it to halt its decline?

Read more

Discrimination by Postcode

Discrimination by Postcode

You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.

Read more

The Redesign is Underway

The Redesign is Underway

Well, the current website was absolutely in dire need of a good redesign - from the ground up. So I set out to pull it all apart and get it up and running again to become the most comprehensive guide to every postcode in the UK. And it's been a long, tough job from start to finish - and quite possibly the biggest project I've ever undertaken.

Read more

51.51901
-0.111883