london WC2H Postcodes

London (WC2H)

The WC2H postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 897 individual postcodes.

There are 3 electoral wards in the WC2H postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the City of London,Westminster Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 36% of people in WC2H 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 WC2H are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

WC2H is a postcode district located in the heart of London, within the City of Westminster. It includes areas such as Covent Garden, Holborn, Bloomsbury, and St. James's. It has a high population of residents and tourists alike. The area is served by two London Underground stations: Holborn and Covent Garden, as well as numerous bus routes.

The area is known for its theatres, galleries and museums. The Royal Opera House, the National Gallery, the British Museum and various West End theatres are all situated in WC2H. Carnaby Street, one of London's most iconic shopping destinations, is also found in this postcode.

WC2H is home to some of the world's most prestigious employer's such as the BBC and the Royal Academy of Arts. The Corporation of London and the Inns of Court are both based here. The area has been recognised as a major tourist destination and is a popular shopping spot due to the many high end stores found there.

WC2H is also home to a number of iconic London landmarks. From its luxury hotels along Strand and Aldwych, to the iconic façade of the Grand Hotel, to the official headquarter of the Victoria & Albert Museum. Other attractions include the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, the British Library and the Wallace Collection. The area also contains many prestigious educational establishments, including the University of London and the London School of Economics.

This postcode also serves as an important professional area, with the court systems of Chancery, Queen's Bench, Family Division and High Court all situated here. The cobbled streets of Drury Lane, Clifford Street and New Inn Yard are also found here, as well as numerous public squares surrounded by listed buildings.

The area is well connected and easily accessible by public transport. The postcode itself benefits from a high security rating, and its 24-hour presence of police officers ensures its safety from crime.

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