York Way is in London and in Islington district. N1 9AG is located in the Caledonian 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 York Way, London, N1 9AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: N1 9SQ, N1 9UA, N1 9RS, N1 9RT, N1 9FN, N1 9RB, N1 9SD, N1 9EF, N1 0XH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding N1 9AG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 40.6% | 49.2% | 8.6% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 59.4% | 50.8% | -8.6% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 9AG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.5% 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 | 60.1% | 52.5% | -7.6% | 37.9% | 14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25% | 35.2% | 10.2% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
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 (92.3%) 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 | 61.6% | 56.4% | -5.2% | 48.4% | 8.0% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 35.9% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 3.5% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -7.6% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 9AG this area, 8.3% 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 71.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.3% | 8.3% | 3.0% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -9.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 13.4% | -9.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 11.7% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 70.2% | 71.1% | 0.9% | 33.8% | 37.3% |
| Other | 7.7% | 3.3% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 4.8% | 10.2% | 5.4% | 0.7% | 9.5% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| Black African | 5.2% | 3.6% | -1.6% | 2.5% | 1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 72.5% | 67.9% | -4.6% | 81.4% | -13.5% |
| Arab | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2.2% | 4.6% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 3.0% |
In this area, just 44.6% 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 | 53.3% | 44.6% | -8.7% | 83.2% | -38.6% |
| European Union | 11.4% | 20.5% | 9.1% | 6.1% | 14.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 7% | 4.6% | -2.4% | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.1% | 15.4% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 9.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 9.2% | 10.3% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 9.0% |
| Oceania | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 44.6% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 29.2% 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 | 52.4% | 44.6% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -38.6% |
| 10+ Years | 6.1% | 29.2% | 23.1% | 9.8% | 19.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.9% | 10.8% | -0.1% | 2.9% | 7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.5% | 7.2% | -3.3% | 2.2% | 5.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 20.1% | 8.2% | -11.9% | 1.9% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 54.6% | 76.7% | -22.1% |
| Ireland | 7.7% | 0.6% | 7.1% |
| France | 7.1% | 0.3% | 6.8% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.6% | 1.5% | 3.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 9.2% | 0.3% | 8.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central Asia | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 5.1% | 0.3% | 4.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 1.5% | 13.5% | -12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 32.8% | 46.2% | -13.4% |
| Buddhist | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Jewish | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Not answered | 14.9% | 6.0% | 8.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around York Way was 443.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 116.6% higher than the Barnsbury average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
York Way has the 12th highest crime rate of 138 local areas in Barnsbury and the 53rd highest crime rate of 506 local areas in Islington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 108.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.6%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% 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 10 72 York Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,290,000 | 2025-09-26 | £1,250,039 |
| Unit A York Central, 70 - 78 York Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,908,000 | 2023-08-22 | £1,863,325 |
| Unit 3.2 York Central, 70 - 78 York Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £2,260,000 | 2022-07-21 | £2,228,828 |
| Unit C York Central, 70 - 78 York Way, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £5,800,000 | 2021-04-06 | £5,794,212 |
| 62 - 64 York Way, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £46,500,000 | 2016-07-05 | £47,593,558 |
N1 9AG 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 9AG 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.
The percentage of student residents living in N1 9AG 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 | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 43 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Other | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 270 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's Nursery School Bridgeway Street , NW1 1QR | - not rated | 969 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Coram Centre 49 Mecklenburgh Square , WC1N 2NY | 4out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne Nursery School Priestly House , Athlone Street NW5 4LP | - not rated | 2,583 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Comet Nursery School and Children's Centre 20 Halcomb Street , Hoxton N1 5RF | 4out of 4 | 3,143 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copenhagen Primary School Treaty St , N1 0WF | - not rated | 293 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Sacrament RC Primary School Boadicea Street , Kings Cross N1 0UF | - not rated | 351 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Primary School Killick Street , Kings Cross N1 9AZ | 4out of 4 | 377 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Cross Academy Plimsoll Building , 4 Wollstonecraft Street N1C 4BT | 3out of 4 | 528 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vittoria Primary School Treaty Street , N1 0WF | 3out of 4 | 668 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School Donegal Street , Islington N1 9QG | - not rated | 724 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Regent High School Chalton Street , Camden NW1 1RX | 3out of 4 | 871 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ 1 - 39 Drummond Crescent , NW1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Camden School for Girls Sandall Road , NW5 2DB | 3out of 4 | 1,718 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Richard of Chichester School Royal College Street , NW1 9LY | - not rated | 1,848 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital City College 211 Gray's Inn Road , WC1X 8RA | - not rated | 924 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway College Gray's Inn Centre , WC1H 8JB | - not rated | 926 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WM College 44 Crowndale Road , NW1 1TR | - not rated | 1,068 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tech City College 263-269 City Road , Islington EC1V 1JX | - not rated | 1,896 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City Lit Keeley Street , Covent Garden WC2B 4BA | - not rated | 2,354 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 | 1,838 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark King Solomon Academy Penfold Street , NW1 6RX | 4out of 4 | 3,904 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 5,251 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New River College Medical Maygood Street , N1 0TJ | 4out of 4 | 297 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children 4 Wollstonecraft Street , Kings Cross N1C 4BT | 4out of 4 | 599 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pears Family School 4-8 Rodney Street , N1 9JH | 4out of 4 | 675 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gower School 10 Cynthia Street , Barnsbury N1 9JF | - not rated | 693 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Veterinary College Royal College Street , NW1 0TU | - not rated | 927 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green & Fortune Production Kitchen | Green & Fortune Production Kitchen, Ground Floor, Kings Place | 5 yd | |
| Franco Manca | Franco Manca, Unit 1 | 40 yd | |
| BaxterStorey - WeWork | BaxterStorey - WeWork, Seventh Floor, Kings Place | 98 yd | |
| Baxterstorey @ Guardian Media Group | Baxterstorey @ Guardian Media Group, Guardian Media Group Plc, Kings Place | 98 yd | |
| Artizian Catering Limited | Artizian Catering Limited, 53 Wharfdale Road | 104 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Lounge | Lincoln Lounge, 52 York Way | 126 yd | |
| Central Station Public House | Central Station Public House, 37 Wharfdale Road | 133 yd | |
| The Cross | The Cross, 2-4 Wharfdale Road | 246 yd | |
| The Star of Kings | The Star of Kings, GROUND FLOOR and Basement | 258 yd | |
| Charles 1 Public House | Charles 1 Public House, 55-57 Northdown Street | 274 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pret A Manger | Pret A Manger, 54-60 York Way | 108 yd | |
| Leon | Unit 1a, 6 Pancras Square | 248 yd | |
| Sodexo - Astra Zeneca | Offices And Premises At 7th Floor, 2 Pancras Square | 248 yd | |
| The Aegean Deli | West Handyside Canopy,, 1 Wharf Road | 258 yd | |
| Notes | 1 Pancras Square | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose and Partners | 1 Wharf Road | 258 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, Basement And Ground Floors, Focus Point | 288 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's, 266-268 Pentonville Road | 401 yd | |
| Little Waitrose | Unit 3, Kings Cross Railway Station, Euston Road | 438 yd | |
| M&S Simply Food | Kings Cross Railway Station, Euston Road | 438 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Frame (Kings Cross) YORK WAY | 64 yd | |
| Pancras Square Leisure PANCRAS SQUARE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 338 yd |
| Winton Primary School KILLICK STREET | 353 yd | |
| Urban Kings Gym BRAVINGTONS WALK | health and fitness suite | 357 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (London Kings Cross) PENTONVILLE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 435 yd |
| King'S Cross Pond Club (Closed) Handyside Street | swimming pool | 525 yd |
| St. Pancras Renaissance London Hotel St. Pancras Station St. Pancras Station Euston Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 611 yd |
| Cally Pool & Gym PUBLIC BATHS PUBLIC BATHS CALEDONIAN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 638 yd |
| Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School DONEGAL STREET | health and fitness suite | 651 yd |
| Somers Town Community Sports Centre CHALTON STREET | tennis courts | 838 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 | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| 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 | 2.6% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 278.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.