Overview of EC4A 4AB

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Farringdon Street is in London and in City Of London district. EC4A 4AB is located in the Farringdon Within 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 Farringdon Street, London, EC4A 4AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: EC4M 7RA, EC4M 7NR, EC4M 7LN, EC4A 4AX, EC4A 4AS, EC1A 2AA, EC4M 7AU, EC1A 2FD, EC4A 4BD.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding EC4A 4AB is primarily male, with 59.1% 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female39.3%40.9%1.6% 51.0% -10.1%
Male60.7%59.1%-1.6% 49.0% 10.1%

Partnership Status

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 EC4A 4AB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 61% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single67.9%61%-6.9% 37.9% 23.1%
Married: Opposite sex24.5%31.2%6.7% 44.2% -13.0%
Married: Same sex0%0.5%0.5% 0.3% 0.2%
Separated1.5%0.9%-0.6% 2.2% -1.3%
Divorced5.3%5.5%0.2% 9.1% -3.6%
Widowed0.8%0.9%0.1% 6.1% -5.2%

Health

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 (94.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health61.9%67.8%5.9% 48.4% 19.4%
Good health32.6%27%-5.6% 33.6% -6.6%
Fair health5.2%4.7%-0.5% 12.7% -8.0%
Very bad health0.4%0.4%0.0% 1.2% -0.8%

Education and Qualifications

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 EC4A 4AB this area, 4.1% 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 84.5%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications0.8%4.1%3.3% 18.2% -14.1%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 3.4%0%-3.4% 9.6% -9.6%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels5.3%3.2%-2.1% 13.4% -10.2%
Apprenticeship0%0.5%0.5% 5.3% -4.8%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels4.5%5.9%1.4% 16.9% -11.0%
Degree or Similar78.5%84.5%6.0% 33.8% 50.7%
Other7.5%1.8%-5.7% 2.8% -1.0%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese5.2%7.4%2.2% 0.7% 6.7%
Indian2.2%3.5%1.3% 3.1% 0.4%
Pakistani0%0.9%0.9% 2.7% -1.8%
Other Asian3.3%3.5%0.2% 1.6% 1.9%
Black African1.9%0%-1.9% 2.5% -2.5%
Black Caribbean0.4%0%-0.4% 1.0% -1.0%
Mixed White and Asian2.6%4.8%2.2% 0.8% 4.0%
Mixed White and African0.4%0%-0.4% 0.4% -0.4%
Mixed White and Caribbean0%1.7%1.7% 0.9% 0.8%
Mixed Other0.4%0%-0.4% 0.8% -0.8%
White81.9%73.6%-8.3% 81.4% -7.8%
Roma0%0.4%0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Arab1.5%0%-1.5% 0.6% -0.6%
Other0.4%4.3%3.9% 1.6% 2.7%

Country of Birth

In this area, just 34.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom44.4%34.9%-9.5% 83.2% -48.3%
European Union20%31%11.0% 6.1% 24.9%
Rest of Europe4.8%9.1%4.3% 0.8% 8.3%
Africa5.2%1.7%-3.5% 2.7% -1.0%
Middle East and Asia11.9%12.1%0.2% 5.6% 6.5%
The Americas and the Caribbean11.9%7.8%-4.1% 1.3% 6.5%
Oceania1.9%3.4%1.5% 0.3% 3.1%

Length of Residence

In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 34.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 25.9% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK43.3%34.9%-8.4% 83.2% -48.3%
10+ Years16.3%25.9%9.6% 9.8% 16.1%
5-10 Years11.5%6.5%-5.0% 2.9% 3.6%
2-5 Years15.9%18.1%2.2% 2.2% 15.9%
Less than 2 years13%14.7%1.7% 1.9% 12.8%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom47% 76.7% -29.7%
Ireland0.9% 0.6% 0.3%
France2.6% 0.3% 2.3%
Germany3.4% 0.2% 3.2%
Italy6.5% 0.6% 5.9%
Portugal0.4% 0.5% -0.1%
Spain0.9% 0.4% 0.5%
Poland9.5% 1.3% 8.2%
Romania1.3% 0.9% 0.4%
Other EU countries3.4% 1.5% 1.9%
Turkey0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
Other Europe6.9% 0.2% 6.7%
South and Eastern Africa0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Eastern Asia6.5% 0.3% 6.2%
Southern Asia0.4% 1.2% -0.8%
South-East Asia1.7% 0.2% 1.5%
North America and the Caribbean3.4% 0.3% 3.1%
Central and South America0.9% 0.2% 0.7%
Oceania3.4% 0.1% 3.3%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion41.3% 37.2% 4.1%
Christian40.9% 46.2% -5.3%
Buddhist2.6% 0.5% 2.1%
Hindu3.5% 1.7% 1.8%
Jewish0.4% 0.5% -0.1%
Muslim2.2% 6.5% -4.3%
Not answered9.1% 6.0% 3.1%

Safety

Is Farringdon Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Farringdon Street was 1375.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 3773.2% higher than the Aldersgate average. The most reported crime type was Theft from the person.

Farringdon Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Aldersgate and the 4th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in City of London .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 334.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.5%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

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.

Average Household Income
£101,800
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in EC4A 4AB, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Farringdon Street are based on 5 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for City Of London.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Farringdon Street, London, EC4A 4AB

Estimated Average Property Prices for EC4A 4AB

Average Price
£66,810,914
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
£66,810,914

Estimated Average Property Prices for Farringdon Street

Average Price
£45,876,853
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£29,104,478
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
£50,069,947

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Farringdon Street

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
14 Farringdon Street, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£191,200,0002022-09-13 £164,097,864
11Th Floor 25 Farringdon Street, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£500,0002015-06-24 £502,844
20 Farringdon Street, London, Greater London
Other, an established residential building
£34,800,0002014-10-16 £35,605,556
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for EC4A 4AB

Employment

EC4A 4AB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.

EC4A 4AB 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 EC4A 4AB area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee122
Self-Employed40
Student (economically inactive)26
Looking after home or family9
Retired9
Other5
Part-Time Employee5
Full-Time Student (with or without job)3
Unemployed3
Long-Term Sick or disabled1

Employment Industry

Financial and insurance activities68
Professional, scientific and technical activities59
Human health and social work activities23
Accommodation and food service activities15
Information and communication15
Other14
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles10
Education7
Administrative and support service activities5
Construction4
Manufacturing4
Transport and storage3
Real estate activities2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security1
Mining and quarrying1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Thomas Coram Centre
49 Mecklenburgh Square , WC1N 2NY
4out of 4 1,589 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 2,684 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Columbia Market Nursery School
Columbia Road , Bethnal Green E2 7PG
4out of 4 2,819 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 3,094 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Ethelred Nursery School and Children's Centre
1 Gundulf Street , SE11 6BG
4out of 4 3,100 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Alban's Church of England Primary School
Baldwins Gardens , Holborn EC1N 7SD
3out of 4 619 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Christopher Hatton Primary School
38 Laystall Street , EC1R 4PQ
4out of 4 917 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
St Clement Danes CofE Primary School
118 Drury Lane , Covent Garden WC2B 5SU
4out of 4 1,046 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
St George the Martyr Church of England Primary School
John's Mews , WC1N 2NX
4out of 4 1,099 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 1,118 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
London Nautical School
61 Stamford Street , Waterloo SE1 9NA
2out of 4 1,197 yd Foundation school No Boys More About School
Haberdashers' Aske's Borough Academy
94B Southwark Bridge Road , SE1 0EX
- not rated 1,826 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School
Central Foundation Boys' School
Cowper Street , City Road EC2A 4SH
4out of 4 1,878 yd Voluntary aided school No Boys More About School
Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School
Donegal Street , Islington N1 9QG
4out of 4 2,096 yd Community school No Girls More About School
Oasis Academy South Bank
75 Westminster Bridge Road , SE1 7HS
4out of 4 2,205 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
City Lit
Keeley Street , Covent Garden WC2B 4BA
- not rated 1,081 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre)
42 - 43 Queen Square , Camden WC1N 3AQ
- not rated 1,324 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Capital City College Group
211 Gray's Inn Road , WC1X 8RA
- not rated 1,622 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Workers' Educational Association
4 Luke Street , EC2A 4XW
- not rated 2,125 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Morley College
61 Westminster Bridge Road , Waterloo SE1 7HT
- not rated 2,245 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Ark Globe Academy
Harper Road , SE1 6AG
3out of 4 2,751 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
St Mary Magdalene Academy
Liverpool Road , Islington N7 8PG
3out of 4 3,796 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Ark King Solomon Academy
Penfold Street , NW1 6RU
4out of 4 4,824 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Charterhouse Square School
40 Charterhouse Square , EC1M 6EA
- not rated 739 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
St Paul's Cathedral School
2 New Change , EC4M 9AD
- not rated 749 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
City of London School
107 Queen Victoria Street , EC4V 3AL
- not rated 787 yd Other independent school No Boys More About School
University of the Arts London
272 High Holborn , WC1V 7EY
- not rated 815 yd Higher education institutions Not Applicable Mixed More About School
London School of Economics and Political Science
Houghton Street , WC2A 2AE
- not rated 857 yd Higher education institutions Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Caffe Nero25 Farringdon Street, London26 yd
Harrild And Sons26 Farringdon Street, London26 yd
The Hub25 Farringdon Street, London26 yd
Relx Farringdon30 Farringdon Street, London60 yd
CH&Co, Charles Russel LLP5 Fleet Place, London83 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Harrild And Sons26 Farringdon Street, London26 yd
White Haus17 Farringdon Street, London35 yd
Little FableRetail Unit 2, 3 Fleet Place93 yd
Magpie & Stump18 Old Bailey, London116 yd
The Fable60 Holborn Viaduct, London168 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Pret A Manger25B Farringdon Street, London26 yd
Pure3 St Bride Street, London146 yd
Established Coffee11 St Bride Street, London146 yd
Sushi Point13 St Bride Street, London146 yd
SubwayBride Street Retail Unit, Ludgate House, 107-111 Fleet Street168 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tesco Express10 Smithfield Street, London305 yd
Tesco ExpressRetail Unit, 16-18 New Bridge Street361 yd
Sainsbury's Local60 Fetter Lane, London372 yd
Sainsbury's31 New Bridge Street, London379 yd
Sainsbury's LocalLondon Stock Exchange, 10 Paternoster Square427 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
The Gym (Holborn Circus)
1-9 1-9 NEW FETTER LANE
health and fitness suite293 yd
Anytime Fitness (London St Pauls)
FITNESS CENTRE FITNESS CENTRE PRIORY COURT
health and fitness suite296 yd
Fitness First Health Club (London St Paul'S)
WHITE HART STREET
health and fitness suite330 yd
Fitness First Health Club (London Fetter Lane)
FETTER LANE
health and fitness suite391 yd
Temple Court Hotel
1-2 1-2 SERJEANTS' INN
health and fitness suite414 yd
Topnotch Health Club (Blackfriars) (Closed)
Tudor Street
health and fitness suite461 yd
Pure Gym (London St Pauls)
LITTLE BRITAIN
health and fitness suite, swimming pool476 yd
Gymbox (Farringdon)
12A 12A LEATHER LANE
health and fitness suite516 yd
Virgin Active Classic (200 Aldersgate)
ALDERSGATE STREET
health and fitness suite, swimming pool559 yd
Mob45 (Farringdon)
FARRINGDON ROAD
health and fitness suite570 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 0.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 0.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 0.0%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 0.0%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s100.0%

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.