Canonbury Road is in London and in Islington district. N1 2UR is located in the Laycock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islington South and Finsbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Canonbury Road, London, N1 2UR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: N1 2NA, N1 2LH, N1 2LF, N1 2PB, N1 2UH, N1 2YA, N1 2PA, N1 1RU, N5 1FT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding N1 2UR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 52.2% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 51.4% | 47.8% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 N1 2UR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.2% 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 | 57.3% | 59.2% | 1.9% | 37.9% | 21.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28% | 28.6% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -15.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 7.6% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 0.8% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
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 (87.9%) 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 | 56.2% | 58% | 1.8% | 48.4% | 9.6% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 29.9% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 7.6% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 2% | 4.1% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 N1 2UR this area, 9.5% 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 68.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.2% | 9.5% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.1% | 3.4% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 5.7% | 5.7% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -7.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 10.3% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.4% | 68.8% | 12.4% | 33.8% | 35.0% |
| Other | 7.1% | 1.5% | -5.6% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 4% | 5.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | 3.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4% | 1.6% | -2.4% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 5.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 4.3% |
| White | 79.7% | 65.4% | -14.3% | 81.4% | -16.0% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 2.8% | 6.1% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 4.5% |
In this area, 51.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.9% | 51.4% | -13.5% | 83.2% | -31.8% |
| European Union | 11.6% | 13.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 6% | 3.9% | -2.1% | 0.8% | 3.1% |
| Africa | 5.2% | 5.1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 8% | 4.0% | 5.6% | 2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.2% | 12.2% | 7.0% | 1.3% | 10.9% |
| Oceania | 3.2% | 5.5% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 62.9% | 51.1% | -11.8% | 83.2% | -32.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 24.9% | 23.3% | 9.8% | 15.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.4% | 7.7% | -0.7% | 2.9% | 4.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.6% | 7.3% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 5.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.5% | 8.9% | -8.6% | 1.9% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.8% | 76.7% | -9.9% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 5.8% | 0.3% | 5.5% |
| Central and South America | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 2.9% | 13.5% | -10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 31.3% | 46.2% | -14.9% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 10.9% | 6.5% | 4.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Canonbury Road was 635.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 434.2% higher than the Canonbury average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Canonbury Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Canonbury and the 30th highest crime rate of 506 local areas in Islington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 51.0%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Dixon Clark Court Canonbury Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £312,500 | 2024-08-07 | £299,916 |
| Flat 46 Dixon Clark Court Canonbury Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2014-10-06 | £94,485 |
| Flat 56 Dixon Clark Court Canonbury Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2010-03-22 | £440,372 |
| Flat 6 Dixon Clark Court Canonbury Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2007-05-03 | £333,667 |
| Flat 37 Dixon Clark Court Canonbury Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2005-11-17 | £436,166 |
N1 2UR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
N1 2UR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 120 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 32 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kate Greenaway Nursery School and Children's Centre Yorkway Court , Copenhagen Street N1 0UH | 4out of 4 | 1,841 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 | 1,963 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Islington Nursery School 110-112 Tollington Park , N4 3RB | 3out of 4 | 2,693 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stroud Green Pre-School Centre Ennis Road , Stroud Green N4 3HD | - not rated | 2,750 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Coram Centre 49 Mecklenburgh Square , WC1N 2NY | 4out of 4 | 2,852 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canonbury Junior School Canonbury Road , N1 2UT | - not rated | 114 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canonbury Infants' School Canonbury Road , N1 2UT | - not rated | 114 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canonbury Primary School Canonbury Road , N1 2UT | 3out of 4 | 114 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laycock Primary School Laycock Street , Upper Street N1 1SW | 3out of 4 | 269 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Tyndale Primary School Upper Street , N1 2GG | - not rated | 436 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of London Academy Highbury Grove 8 Highbury Grove , Islington N5 2EQ | 3out of 4 | 574 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highbury Grove School 8 Highbury Grove , N5 2EQ | - not rated | 574 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highbury Fields School Highbury Hill , N5 1AR | 4out of 4 | 866 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| City of London Academy Islington Prebend Street , Islington N1 8PQ | 4out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Islington Green School Prebend Street , N1 8PQ | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The London Screen Academy Highbury Grove , N5 2AG | - not rated | 921 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tech City College 263-269 City Road , Islington EC1V 1JX | - not rated | 1,907 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City and Islington College 383 Holloway Road , Holloway N7 0RN | - not rated | 1,938 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hackney Community College Shoreditch Campus , Falkirk Street N1 6HQ | - not rated | 2,470 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway College Gray's Inn Centre , WC1H 8JB | - not rated | 2,624 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalene Academy Liverpool Road , Islington N7 8PG | 4out of 4 | 661 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Scandinavian School Curran House , 3 Highbury Crescent N5 1RN | - not rated | 246 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bridge House Senior Canonbury School 6-9 Canonbury Place , Islington N1 2NQ | - not rated | 340 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Tyndale Class Base (South) C/O William Tyndale School , Sable Street N1 2AQ | - not rated | 436 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Rhodes MLD School 11 Highbury New Park , N5 2EG | 4out of 4 | 491 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Courtyard Islington Holloway Road , Islington N7 8LT | 3out of 4 | 494 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vertige Cafe | Vertige Cafe, Ground Floor | 46 yd | |
| Urban Cafe & Bistro | Urban Cafe & Bistro, Basement and Ground Floor | 48 yd | |
| Black Axe Mangal | Black Axe Mangal, 156 Canonbury Road | 49 yd | |
| Trullo | Trullo, Ground Floor | 74 yd | |
| Highbury's Chicken & Grill | Highbury's Chicken & Grill, Basement and Ground Floors | 77 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hen & Chickens Public House | Hen & Chickens Public House, 109 St Paul's Road | 51 yd | |
| The White Swan Public House | The White Swan Public House, 255-256 Upper Street | 148 yd | |
| Famous Cocktail Bar | Famous Cocktail Bar, 259 Upper Street | 150 yd | |
| Famous Cock Tavern Public House | Famous Cock Tavern Public House, 259 Upper Street | 170 yd | |
| The Garage | The Garage, 12 Highbury Corner | 230 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pret A Manger | Pret A Manger, Ground Floor, Northway House | 148 yd | |
| Subway | Subway, 248 Upper Street | 155 yd | |
| KFC | KFC, Ground Floor | 170 yd | |
| Bubble bee bubble tea | Bubble bee bubble tea, 226 St Paul's Road | 265 yd | |
| Falafel Highbury limited@budgens | Falafel Highbury limited@budgens, 213-215 Upper Street | 295 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's, 89-95 St Paul's Road | 55 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose, 28-32 Highbury Corner | 286 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, 43 Holloway Road | 297 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's, 325-331 Essex Road | 868 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, 272-280 New North Road | 906 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orangetheory Fitness (Islington) UPPER STREET | health and fitness suite | 183 yd |
| Highbury Leisure Centre HIGHBURY CRESCENT | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 303 yd |
| William Tyndale Primary School UPPER STREET | artificial grass pitch | 396 yd |
| City Of London Academy Highbury Grove Highbury Grove | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 519 yd |
| The Exchange Theatrical Rehearsal Rooms (Closed) Sebbon Street | 545 yd | |
| Highbury Grove School (Closed) Highbury New Park | swimming pool | 558 yd |
| St Mary Magdalene Academy LIVERPOOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 658 yd |
| Highbury Fields Courts And Pitches HIGHBURY PLACE | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 716 yd |
| Thornhill Road Stp LOFTING ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 822 yd |
| Highbury Fields School HIGHBURY HILL | 867 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.