Barbican is in London and in City Of London district. EC2Y 8AU is located in the Cripplegate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cities of London and Westminster. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barbican, London, EC2Y 8AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EC2Y 8AU, EC2Y 8BE, EC2Y 8BL, EC2Y 8BN, EC2Y 9BN, EC2Y 9AP, EC2Y 9AZ, EC2Y 9BA, EC2Y 9BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EC2Y 8AU is primarily male, with 61.5% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 38.5% | -9.7% | 51.0% | -12.5% |
| Male | 51.8% | 61.5% | 9.7% | 49.0% | 12.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around EC2Y 8AU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 63.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.6% | 63.7% | 18.1% | 37.9% | 25.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.4% | 22.6% | -11.8% | 44.2% | -21.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 5.6% | 1.7% | -3.9% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.5% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 4.3% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 8% | 2.6% | -5.4% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.7% | 63.1% | 8.4% | 48.4% | 14.7% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 30.1% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 4.6% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -8.1% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 1.1% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around EC2Y 8AU this area, 1.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 84.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -16.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -8.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 3.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -10.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 7.7% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -9.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 84% | 84.3% | 0.3% | 33.8% | 50.5% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 14.6% | 14.6% | 0.7% | 13.9% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 4.3% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| White | 87.8% | 65.8% | -22.0% | 81.4% | -15.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, just 37.5% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 37.5% | -33.7% | 83.2% | -45.7% |
| European Union | 9.4% | 20.4% | 11.0% | 6.1% | 14.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.2% | 5.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 4.3% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 23.3% | 19.7% | 5.6% | 17.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5% | 8.6% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 7.3% |
| Oceania | 6.5% | 2.9% | -3.6% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 37.5% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 18.3% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.8% | 37.7% | -32.1% | 83.2% | -45.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 18.3% | 16.1% | 9.8% | 8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.3% | 11.9% | 7.6% | 2.9% | 9.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.8% | 17.8% | 12.0% | 2.2% | 15.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 18% | 14.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | 12.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 51.2% | 76.7% | -25.5% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| France | 3% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
| Germany | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 5.9% | 1.5% | 4.4% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 11.3% | 0.3% | 11.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 4% | 0.3% | 3.7% |
| Central and South America | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 3.5% | 13.5% | -10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.7% | 37.2% | 13.5% |
| Christian | 34.2% | 46.2% | -12.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barbican was 159.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 349.3% higher than the Aldersgate average. The most reported crime type was Theft from the person.
Barbican has the 11th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Aldersgate and the 19th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in City of London .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 93.2%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 96 Speed House Barbican, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2024-09-06 | £904,206 |
| Flat 78 Speed House Barbican, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £788,000 | 2024-08-05 | £795,196 |
| Flat 65 Speed House Barbican, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £890,000 | 2023-07-28 | £687,727 |
| Flat 99 Speed House Barbican, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2023-07-04 | £691,591 |
| Flat 109 Speed House Barbican, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £995,000 | 2022-10-19 | £844,938 |
EC2Y 8AU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
EC2Y 8AU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in EC2Y 8AU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 182 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 31 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Market Nursery School Columbia Road , Bethnal Green E2 7PG | 4out of 4 | 1,736 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Comet Nursery School and Children's Centre 20 Halcomb Street , Hoxton N1 5RF | 4out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Coram Centre 49 Mecklenburgh Square , WC1N 2NY | 4out of 4 | 2,209 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kate Greenaway Nursery School and Children's Centre Yorkway Court , Copenhagen Street N1 0UH | 4out of 4 | 2,883 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kintore Way Nursery School and Children's Centre Grange Road , SE1 3BW | 4out of 4 | 3,366 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre 101 Whitecross Street , EC1Y 8JA | 2out of 4 | 201 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| City of London Primary Academy, Islington 15 Baltic Street West , EC1Y 0AE | - not rated | 446 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE Primary School Radnor Street , EC1V 3SJ | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School Compton Street , Goswell Road EC1V 0EU | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreland Primary School Moreland Street , EC1V 8BB | 3out of 4 | 1,126 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Foundation Boys' School Cowper Street , City Road EC2A 4SH | 4out of 4 | 827 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Mulberry Academy Shoreditch Gosset Street , Bethnal Green E2 6NW | 4out of 4 | 1,972 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of London Academy Islington Prebend Street , Islington N1 8PQ | 4out of 4 | 1,997 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London Nautical School 61 Stamford Street , Waterloo SE1 9NA | 2out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School Donegal Street , Islington N1 9QG | 4out of 4 | 2,164 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers' Educational Association 4 Luke Street , EC2A 4XW | - not rated | 1,032 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Capital City College Group 211 Gray's Inn Road , WC1X 8RA | - not rated | 2,127 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City Lit Keeley Street , Covent Garden WC2B 4BA | - not rated | 2,151 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre) 42 - 43 Queen Square , Camden WC1N 3AQ | - not rated | 2,188 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley College 61 Westminster Bridge Road , Waterloo SE1 7HT | - not rated | 2,986 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 2,973 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Magdalene Academy Liverpool Road , Islington N7 8PG | 3out of 4 | 3,555 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Way Trust School 125 St Paul's Way , E3 4FT | 4out of 4 | 5,156 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guildhall School of Music and Drama Silk Street , Barbican EC2Y 8DT | - not rated | 75 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of London School for Girls St Giles' Terrace , Barbican EC2Y 8BB | - not rated | 167 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Charterhouse Square School 40 Charterhouse Square , EC1M 6EA | - not rated | 455 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts 23 Goswell Road , EC1M 7AJ | - not rated | 460 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Mencap Society 123 Golden Lane , Islington EC1Y 0RT | - not rated | 511 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atalian Servest Food Company @ The London School of Music | Guildhall School of Music And Drama, 1 Milton Street | 47 yd | |
| Elior, Linklaters | 1 Silk Street, London | 116 yd | |
| Elior, Linklaters | 1 Silk Street, London | 116 yd | |
| Elior, Linklaters | 1 Silk Street, London | 116 yd | |
| Partners Dining, Linklatters LLP | 1 Silk Street, London | 116 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jugged Hare | 49 Chiswell Street, London | 154 yd | |
| The Rack & Tenter | Rack And Tenter Public House, Tenter House, 45 Moorfields | 203 yd | |
| Barbican Bars | Barbican Arts And Conference Centre, Silk Street | 203 yd | |
| Wood Street Bar And Restaurant | 53 Fore Street, London | 225 yd | |
| All Bar One | All Bar One, 127 Finsbury Pavement | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benugo | Guildhall School Of Music And Drama, 1 Milton Street | 71 yd | |
| Benugo, The Foyer Cafe | Guildhall School Of Music And Drama, Silk Street | 88 yd | |
| Pret A Manger, Unit 3 | City Point, 1 Ropemaker Street | 127 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | City Point, 1 Ropemaker Street | 127 yd | |
| Pret A Manger | Pret A Manger, 70 Chiswell Street | 180 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, Ground Floor, Friendly House | 207 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks & Spencer, 70 Finsbury Pavement | 303 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose, 6 Cherry Tree Walk | 317 yd | |
| Co-Op | Retail Unit, 17 Moorgate | 462 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, 21 City Road | 514 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health (Moorgate) ROPEMAKER STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 132 yd |
| Lambs Health & Fitness (Closed) Lamb's Passage | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 227 yd |
| City Of London School For Girls ST. GILES TERRACE ST. GILES TERRACE BARBICAN | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 250 yd |
| Wood Street Police Station WOOD STREET | 393 yd | |
| Pure Gym (London Wall) London Wall | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 399 yd |
| Virgin Active (Moorgate) BUNHILL ROW | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 437 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Barbican) ALDERSGATE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 454 yd |
| Slim Jim'S Health Club (Closed) Finsbury Avenue | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 458 yd |
| Ymca (London City) (Closed) Barbican | health and fitness suite | 479 yd |
| Barrys Bootcamp (London East) ALPHABETA BUILDING ALPHABETA BUILDING WORSHIP STREET | health and fitness suite | 488 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 58.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.