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Polygon Road is in London and in Camden district. NW1 1SS is located in the St Pancras & Somers Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Holborn and St Pancras. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Polygon Road, London, NW1 1SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: NW1 1ST, NW1 1HH, NW1 1EU, NW1 1EN, NW1 1ES, NW1 1EP, NW1 1ER, NW1 1BP, NW1 1BY.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NW1 1SS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female53%53.1%0.1% 51.0% 2.1%
Male47%46.9%-0.1% 49.0% -2.1%

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 NW1 1SS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.1% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single48.8%47.1%-1.7% 37.9% 9.2%
Married: Opposite sex32%35.6%3.6% 44.2% -8.6%
Civil partnership: Same sex0%0.5%0.5% 0.1% 0.4%
Separated2%2.4%0.4% 2.2% 0.2%
Divorced9.4%6.7%-2.7% 9.1% -2.4%
Widowed7.9%7.7%-0.2% 6.1% 1.6%

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health40.2%39.1%-1.1% 48.4% -9.3%
Good health29.1%38.3%9.2% 33.6% 4.7%
Fair health17.9%13.6%-4.3% 12.7% 0.9%
Bad health10.3%7%-3.3% 4.0% 3.0%
Very bad health2.6%2.1%-0.5% 1.2% 0.9%

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications29.1%26%-3.1% 18.2% 7.8%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 9.9%4.3%-5.6% 9.6% -5.3%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels9.9%8.7%-1.2% 13.4% -4.7%
Apprenticeship2%5.3%3.3% 5.3% 0.0%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels14.3%9.1%-5.2% 16.9% -7.8%
Degree or Similar27.1%42.8%15.7% 33.8% 9.0%
Other7.9%3.8%-4.1% 2.8% 1.0%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 51.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi9.8%21.8%12.0% 1.1% 20.7%
Chinese0.4%1.6%1.2% 0.7% 0.9%
Indian1.3%1.6%0.3% 3.1% -1.5%
Pakistani2.1%2.1%0.0% 2.7% -0.6%
Other Asian5.1%3.3%-1.8% 1.6% 1.7%
Black African7.7%9.1%1.4% 2.5% 6.6%
Black Caribbean0.9%0.4%-0.5% 1.0% -0.6%
Other Black0.9%1.2%0.3% 0.5% 0.7%
Mixed White and Asian0.4%0.8%0.4% 0.8% 0.0%
Mixed White and African3.8%0.4%-3.4% 0.4% 0.0%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.9%1.2%0.3% 0.9% 0.3%
Mixed Other0.9%0.4%-0.5% 0.8% -0.4%
White64.5%51.9%-12.6% 81.4% -29.5%
Roma0%0.8%0.8% 0.2% 0.6%
Arab0.9%3.3%2.4% 0.6% 2.7%
Other0.4%0%-0.4% 1.6% -1.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 57% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom70.5%57%-13.5% 83.2% -26.2%
European Union7.3%12.4%5.1% 6.1% 6.3%
Rest of Europe2.1%3.3%1.2% 0.8% 2.5%
Africa7.7%8.7%1.0% 2.7% 6.0%
Middle East and Asia10.3%16.5%6.2% 5.6% 10.9%
The Americas and the Caribbean2.1%2.1%0.0% 1.3% 0.8%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK68.8%55.9%-12.9% 83.2% -27.3%
10+ Years5.1%27.5%22.4% 9.8% 17.7%
5-10 Years3.4%6.1%2.7% 2.9% 3.2%
2-5 Years3%6.1%3.1% 2.2% 3.9%
Less than 2 years19.7%4.5%-15.2% 1.9% 2.6%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom73.3% 76.7% -3.4%
Ireland2.8% 0.6% 2.2%
France0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Germany0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Italy0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Portugal4.5% 0.5% 4.0%
Spain0.4% 0.4% 0.0%
Lithuania0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Romania0.4% 0.9% -0.5%
Other EU countries5.3% 1.5% 3.8%
North Africa0.8% 0.1% 0.7%
South and Eastern Africa0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Eastern Asia1.2% 0.3% 0.9%
Southern Asia1.2% 1.2% 0.0%
South-East Asia2% 0.2% 1.8%
North America and the Caribbean0.8% 0.3% 0.5%
No passport held5.3% 13.5% -8.2%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion18.2% 37.2% -19.0%
Christian37.2% 46.2% -9.0%
Buddhist1.7% 0.5% 1.2%
Muslim35.1% 6.5% 28.6%
Not answered7.9% 6.0% 1.9%

Safety

Is Polygon Road dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Polygon Road was 304.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 112.6% higher than the Camden Square average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.

Polygon Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Camden Square and the 138th highest crime rate of 567 local areas in Camden .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.6%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£46,600
Income Rank
6/10

Household Income in NW1 1SS, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Polygon Road are based on 53 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Camden.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Polygon Road, London, NW1 1SS

Estimated Average Property Prices for NW1 1SS

Average Price
£374,714
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£374,714
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Polygon Road

Average Price
£474,779
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
£619,087
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£472,004
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Polygon Road

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
Flat 23 Oakshott Court Polygon Road, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£445,0002020-05-22 £424,148
Flat 23 Oakshott Court Polygon Road, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£400,0002014-01-17 £470,936
Flat 11 Oakshott Court Polygon Road, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£295,0002013-11-22 £364,838
Flat 7 Oakshott Court Polygon Road, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£249,4102011-06-13 £372,556
Flat 9 Oakshott Court Polygon Road, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£234,9952008-06-27 £373,802
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for NW1 1SS

Employment

NW1 1SS 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 NW1 1SS 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 Employee52
Retired44
Student (economically inactive)22
Long-Term Sick or disabled21
Part-Time Employee19
Self-Employed14
Looking after home or family14
Other8
Unemployed6
Full-Time Student (with or without job)4

Employment Industry

Education17
Information and communication9
Other8
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles8
Human health and social work activities8
Accommodation and food service activities7
Administrative and support service activities6
Transport and storage5
Construction4
Financial and insurance activities4
Professional, scientific and technical activities3
Manufacturing2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security1

Schools

Nursery

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 1,171 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Thomas Coram Centre
49 Mecklenburgh Square , WC1N 2NY
4out of 4 1,244 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Portman Early Childhood Centre
12 Salisbury Street , NW8 8DE
4out of 4 2,640 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 4,088 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
North Islington Nursery School
110-112 Tollington Park , N4 3RB
3out of 4 4,537 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Mary and St Pancras Church of England Primary School
81 Werrington Street , NW1 1QP
3out of 4 110 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Edith Neville Primary School
174 Ossulston Street , NW1 1DN
3out of 4 271 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Richard Cobden Primary School
Camden Street , NW1 0LL
4out of 4 517 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Netley Primary School & Centre for Autism
74 Stanhope Street , NW1 3EX
3out of 4 679 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Christ Church School
Redhill Street , Camden NW1 4BD
3out of 4 767 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Maria Fidelis Catholic School FCJ
1 - 39 Drummond Crescent , NW1 1LY
3out of 4 232 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Regent High School
Chalton Street , Camden NW1 1RX
3out of 4 336 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School
Donegal Street , Islington N1 9QG
4out of 4 1,630 yd Community school No Girls More About School
The Camden School for Girls
Sandall Road , NW5 2DB
4out of 4 1,760 yd Voluntary aided school No Girls More About School
The St Marylebone CofE School
64 Marylebone High Street , W1U 5BA
4out of 4 1,772 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Girls More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
WM College
44 Crowndale Road , Mill Hill Road NW1 1TR
- not rated 476 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Capital City College Group
211 Gray's Inn Road , WC1X 8RA
- not rated 1,285 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre)
42 - 43 Queen Square , Camden WC1N 3AQ
- not rated 1,592 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
City Lit
Keeley Street , Covent Garden WC2B 4BA
- not rated 2,276 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
United Colleges Group
25 Paddington Green , W2 1NB
- not rated 3,332 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Mary Magdalene Academy
Liverpool Road , Islington N7 8PG
3out of 4 2,659 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Ark King Solomon Academy
Penfold Street , NW1 6RU
4out of 4 2,934 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Ark Globe Academy
Harper Road , SE1 6AG
3out of 4 5,452 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Royal Veterinary College
Royal College Street , NW1 0TU
- not rated 652 yd Higher education institutions Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Camden Primary Pupil Referral Unit
Robson House, Netley Campus , 74 Stanhope Street NW1 3EX
3out of 4 674 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Conservatoire for Dance and Drama
1 - 7 Woburn Walk , Somers Town WC1H 0JJ
- not rated 679 yd Higher education institutions Not Applicable Mixed More About School
University College London
Gower Street , WC1E 6BT
- not rated 819 yd Higher education institutions Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Frank Barnes School for Deaf Children
4 Wollstonecraft Street , Kings Cross N1C 4BT
4out of 4 965 yd Community special school Yes 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
Chalton Gallery Coffee96 Chalton Street107 yd
Kings Cafe50 Phoenix Road114 yd
THE WICKED BEAN104 Eversholt Street130 yd
Matcha Mochi Cafe72-76 Eversholt Street147 yd
Double Six Cafe & Restaurant66 Eversholt Street177 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Cock Tavern23 Phoenix Road91 yd
Prince Arthur80-82 Eversholt Street145 yd
Doric ArchEuston Station, Unit 50 Eversholt Street289 yd
The Signal Box PHUnit 53, Euston Railway Station, Eversholt Street289 yd
Royal George8-14 Eversholt Street337 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Home Sweet HomeChalton Street Market, Chalton Street99 yd
DOJOBOX LTD18 Polygon Road100 yd
FLORI CANTO LTD90 Chalton Street133 yd
GREGGSUnit 60 St Pancras Station, Kings Cross224 yd
Three Fellas Future Italian Deli62 Churchway227 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Marks & Spencer Simply FoodUnit 11, Euston Station, Eversholt Street289 yd
Marks & Spencer Simply FoodUnit 27, Euston Station, Eversholt Street289 yd
Sainsbury’s SupermarketUnit 11, Euston Station, Eversholt Street289 yd
Marks & Spencer Simply FoodUnit 46, St Pancras Station, Pancras Road591 yd
Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd8-12 Camden High Street672 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Maria Fidelis Catholic School Fcj
1-39 1-39 DRUMMOND CRESCENT
133 yd
Somers Town Community Sports Centre
CHALTON STREET
tennis courts220 yd
Regent High School
CHALTON STREET
artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite223 yd
Barrys Bootcamp (London Central)
EUSTON ROAD
478 yd
St. Pancras Renaissance London Hotel
St. Pancras Station St. Pancras Station Euston Road
health and fitness suite, swimming pool527 yd
Profile Health & Fitness (Closed)
17-18 17-18 Upper Woburn Place
health and fitness suite544 yd
Pancras Square Leisure
PANCRAS SQUARE
health and fitness suite, swimming pool572 yd
Kieser Training (Closed)
Greater London House Greater London House Hampstead Road
health and fitness suite612 yd
The Meeting Place Euston (Closed)
Drummond Street
685 yd
St Pancras Community Association
PLENDER STREET
tennis courts725 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 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%

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/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed100 Mbit/s
Average download speed143.5 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed600 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed600 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed10 Mbit/s
Average upload speed28.9 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed200 Mbit/s

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