151TOTAL POPULATION
93HOUSEHOLDS
5.5%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£52,000AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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WC2A POSTCODE REGION

London (WC2A)

The WC2A postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 435 individual postcodes.

There are 1 electoral wards in the WC2A postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Camden Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 44% of people in WC2A 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 WC2A 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 WC2A postcode covers Central London in the boroughs of Camden and Westminster. It is located in the heart of the city, bounded by Oxford Street in the north, Euston Road in the east, Charing Cross Road in the south and Tottenham Court Road in the west.

Within this postcode area are a number of prominent landmarks, including the British Museum, Oxford Street, The Strand, Trafalgar Square and Regent Street. Other popular attractions include Leicester Square, Covent Garden and Soho.

The postcode also includes many of London's theatres and entertainment venues, such as the iconic West End theatre district, Covent Garden market, and the Royal Opera House.

Public transport options are plentiful in the WC2A postcode, with routes served by the London Underground (Bakerloo, Central, Victoria, Northern and Jubilee Lines), National Rail and London Overground all passing through it. The postcode is also served by several major bus routes and also boasts a number of bike hire points.

A number of high-end shops are located in the area, including world famous department stores such as Selfridges, Harrods and Liberty. There are also many smaller independent shops, boutiques and galleries.

The area is home to a diverse collection of restaurants and eateries, ranging from takeaway outlets and international cuisine to traditional pubs and bars. There are also a number of hotels, as well as popular tourist attractions such as Madame Tussauds and the London Eye.

However, the postcode is best known for its vibrant nightlife and entertainment scene. It is home to a variety of pubs, bars, clubs, music venues and comedy clubs, with a great choice of lively entertainment.

Education options in the WC2A postcode include several universities, such as University College London, King's College London and the School of Oriental and African Studies. There are also a number of primary and secondary schools in the area.

The postcode also includes some of London's most iconic green spaces, including London Square and Lincoln's Inn Fields.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 78%WORKING
  • 22%UNEMPLOYED

22% of people in WC2A are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 44%AB
  • 44%C2/C2
  • 12%DE

According to census records, 44% 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%.

WC2AGreater London

Greater London

The county of Greater London

WC2A 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 CodeWC2A
Postal TownLondon
MSOA NameCamden 028
LSOA NameCamden 028B
CountyGreater London
RegionGreater London
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCamden
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

WC2A Electoral Wards

The postal region of WC2A, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


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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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