Britannia Row is in London and in Islington district. N1 8QJ is located in the St Mary's & St James' 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 Britannia Row, London, N1 8QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: N1 8RB, N1 8QU, N1 8QD, N1 8QZ, N1 8QX, N1 8QL, N1 8PP, N1 8QQ, N1 8PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding N1 8QJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents 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 | 55.6% | 49.1% | -6.5% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 44.4% | 50.9% | 6.5% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 8QJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.1% 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 | 60.8% | 62.1% | 1.3% | 37.9% | 24.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.6% | 22.7% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -21.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 1.9% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 7.6% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.3% | 49.4% | -0.9% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 31.5% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 16.1% | 5.3% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 2.2% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 0.7% | -3.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.8% | 16.6% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 7.6% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 16.1% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 15.6% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 37.9% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 4.1% |
| Other | 10.8% | 3.8% | -7.0% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 42.5% 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 | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 1.1% | 2.6% |
| Chinese | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 14.9% | 23.9% | 9.0% | 2.5% | 21.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 10.8% | 6.3% | -4.5% | 1.0% | 5.3% |
| Other Black | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 0.5% | 3.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| White | 54.5% | 42.5% | -12.0% | 81.4% | -38.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 60.1% 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 | 68.1% | 60.1% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -23.1% |
| European Union | 8% | 10.8% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 3.5% | 4.5% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 3.7% |
| Africa | 8.3% | 14.2% | 5.9% | 2.7% | 11.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | 0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.2% | 3.7% | -1.5% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 64.6% | 60.5% | -4.1% | 83.2% | -22.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 28.9% | 26.1% | 9.8% | 19.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 4.1% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 8% | 3.4% | -4.6% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 22.9% | 3% | -19.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 2.6% | 13.5% | -10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.2% | 37.2% | -10.0% |
| Christian | 35.8% | 46.2% | -10.4% |
| Jewish | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 25% | 6.5% | 18.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Britannia Row was 48.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.2% lower than the Canonbury average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Britannia Row has the 10th lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Canonbury and the 65th lowest crime rate of 530 local areas in Islington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 19 Finnemore House Britannia Row, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £473,000 | 2021-07-30 | £476,838 |
| Flat 19 Finnemore House Britannia Row, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2010-09-02 | £368,562 |
| Flat 2 Finnemore House Britannia Row, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £72,000 | 1997-06-24 | £399,821 |
The percentage of student residents living in N1 8QJ 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 | 63 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comet Nursery School and Children's Centre 20 Halcomb Street , Hoxton N1 5RF | 4out of 4 | 1,323 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kate Greenaway Nursery School and Children's Centre Yorkway Court , Copenhagen Street N1 0UH | 4out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Market Nursery School Columbia Road , Bethnal Green E2 7PG | 4out of 4 | 2,126 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Coram Centre 49 Mecklenburgh Square , WC1N 2NY | 4out of 4 | 2,311 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Islington Nursery School 110-112 Tollington Park , N4 3RB | 3out of 4 | 3,665 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Fowler Road , Islington N1 2EP | 3out of 4 | 273 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The New North Academy 32 Popham Road , Islington N1 8SJ | 3out of 4 | 296 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Tyndale Primary School Upper Street , N1 2GG | 4out of 4 | 561 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rotherfield Primary School Rotherfield Street , Islington N1 3EE | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanover Primary School Noel Road , Islington N1 8BD | 3out of 4 | 618 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of London Academy Islington Prebend Street , Islington N1 8PQ | 4out of 4 | 217 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School Donegal Street , Islington N1 9QG | 4out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| City of London Academy Highbury Grove 8 Highbury Grove , Islington N5 2EQ | 1out of 4 | 1,437 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterside Academy 317-319 Kingsland Road , E8 4DL | - not rated | 1,569 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Foundation Boys' School Cowper Street , City Road EC2A 4SH | 4out of 4 | 1,791 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The London Screen Academy Highbury Grove , Highbury East N5 2AD | - not rated | 1,808 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Capital City College Group 211 Gray's Inn Road , WC1X 8RA | - not rated | 2,084 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Workers' Educational Association 4 Luke Street , EC2A 4XW | - not rated | 2,103 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre) 42 - 43 Queen Square , Camden WC1N 3AQ | - not rated | 2,764 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WM College 44 Crowndale Road , Mill Hill Road NW1 1TR | - not rated | 2,911 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,455 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 5,177 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Cloudesley School Tudor Rose Building , 1 Prebend Street N1 8RE | 4out of 4 | 245 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bridge House Canonbury School 6-9 Canonbury Place , London N1 2NQ | - not rated | 727 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge Integrated Learning Space 1 Dowrey Street , N1 0HY | 4out of 4 | 848 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New River College Primary Cloudesley Square , N1 0HN | 3out of 4 | 856 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosemary Works School 1 Branch Place , N1 5PH | - not rated | 918 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saponara | Saponara, 23 Prebend Street | 83 yd | |
| Pack Up Soup Kitchen | Pack Up Soup Kitchen, St James Hall | 126 yd | |
| Giraffe Stop | Unit M2/3 Kings Cross Station | 170 yd | |
| Ginger and Mint | Ginger and Mint, 72 Prebend Street | 196 yd | |
| Filó Dining @ Ginger and Mint | Filó Dining @ Ginger and Mint, 72 Prebend Street | 196 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alpaca | The Alpaca, 84-86 Essex Road | 240 yd | |
| Green Man Public House | Green Man Public House, Basement And Ground Floors | 249 yd | |
| The Bill Murray | The Bill Murray, 39 Queen's Head Street | 251 yd | |
| The Hanbury Arms | The Hanbury Arms, 33 Linton Street | 254 yd | |
| Barrio North | Barrio North, Commercial Unit | 320 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mike'S Fish Bar | Mike'S Fish Bar, 122 Essex Road | 247 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Domino's Pizza, Basement And Ground Floors | 261 yd | |
| My Godo | My Godo, 56-58 Essex Road | 263 yd | |
| Angel Kebab | Angel Kebab, Commercial Unit Restaurant, Clarence House | 289 yd | |
| Asia Village | Asia Village, 153 Essex Road | 318 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Co-op Angel | Welcome Co-op Angel, 47-49 Packington Street | 169 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, 272-280 New North Road | 315 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, 25 Islington Green | 506 yd | |
| Tesco | Units 16, 18 Southgate Road | 783 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's, 325-331 Essex Road | 889 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Islington Green School (Closed) Prebend Street | 194 yd | |
| City Of London Academy PREBEND STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 233 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Islington) ESSEX ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 420 yd |
| St Mary Islington Community Partnership ST. MARYS CHURCH OFFICE ST. MARYS CHURCH OFFICE UPPER STREET | health and fitness suite | 456 yd |
| The Exchange Theatrical Rehearsal Rooms (Closed) Sebbon Street | 564 yd | |
| Gainsborough Health & Fitness (Closed) GAINSBOROUGH STUDIOS NORTH GAINSBOROUGH STUDIOS NORTH POOLE STREET | health and fitness suite | 578 yd |
| Rosemary Gardens BLUE COURT BLUE COURT SHERBORNE STREET | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 607 yd |
| Shoreditch Park 46 AVEBURY COURT 46 AVEBURY COURT COLVILLE ESTATE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 688 yd |
| William Tyndale Primary School UPPER STREET | artificial grass pitch | 717 yd |
| Sphera Health Club And Spa (Closed) Upper Street | health and fitness suite | 802 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.