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W1D Area Report

Westminster

Data from 22 official government & open-data sources · Updated June 2026

£720,000
Median Price
Postcode district (W1D)
N/A
Crime Level
Postcode district (W1D)
10
Schools Nearby
100/100
Transport Score
~67 Mbps
Broadband Est.
5.1/10

Investment Score

Average

Based on rental yield, price growth, safety, schools, transport & flood risk in W1D

Rental Yield
1.7
Price Growth
3.2
Schools
9.3
Transport
10
Flood Risk
6
Planning Friction
4
Climate Resilience
4

Deprivation Index (IMD)Local authority (Westminster)

DECILE 5/10 — 40–50% most deprived

Westminster has roughly average deprivation compared to the rest of England.

income
5
employment
6
education
7
health
6
crime
4
housing
4
environment
2

1 = most deprived 10%, 10 = least deprived 10% nationally

Source: MHCLG Index of Multiple Deprivation 2025 • Open Government Licence

House Price Index

Local-authority-wide figures for Westminster (the HPI is only published at LAD level). For the W1D-specific median see the headline above and the sales sections below.

£893,088
Westminster average
-13.6%
Annual Change
Declining
Market

Average Price by Type

£3,760,461
Detached
£2,699,052
Semi-Detached
£1,615,078
Terraced
£793,041
Flat

24-Month Price Trend

01/12/2002: £387,156
01/12/2003: £386,093
01/12/2004: £403,557
01/12/2005: £421,453
01/12/2006: £476,944
01/12/2007: £598,241
01/12/2008: £574,128
01/12/2009: £611,394
01/12/2010: £649,230
01/12/2011: £678,691
01/12/2012: £792,032
01/12/2013: £911,758
01/12/2014: £1,037,434
01/12/2015: £1,077,348
01/12/2016: £1,094,536
01/12/2017: £1,165,218
01/12/2018: £1,025,142
01/12/2019: £1,032,688
01/12/2020: £952,777
01/12/2021: £1,194,527
01/12/2022: £1,189,648
01/12/2023: £1,116,161
01/12/2024: £1,033,867
01/12/2025: £893,088
01/12/200201/12/2025

Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index (as of 01/12/2025) • Open Government Licence

Schools & Education

7
Primary
1
Independent
1
Special
1
Nursery
10
Within 1 mile

Breakdown of all 10 schools within 1 mile, by phase.

GCSE Performance (2024/25)

42.8
Avg Attainment 8
+0.7% vs national (42.5)
59.5%
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths
National: 45.4%
AVERAGE NATIONAL AVERAGE

Based on 21 secondary schools in Westminster

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Source: Department for Education • School Performance Tables 2024/25

Transport Links

100/100
Excellent transport links - multiple tube/rail options within walking distance.
TfL Zone 117 Tube2 Rail

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Source: TfL API & National Rail

Price Trends

Momentum for Westminster. For the headline W1D median see the top of the page; for the smoothed local-authority average see the House Price Index section above.

-13.6%
1 Year Change
declining
Market Status
Westminster
Area Tracked

12 Month Trend

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Source: ONS House Price Index • Open Government Licence

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Council Tax📍Postcode-level

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G
Band G
£160,001 - £320,000 (1991 valuation)
Est. £3,117/year
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Band A
Up to £40,000
Band B
£40,001 - £52,000
Band C
£52,001 - £68,000
Band D
£68,001 - £88,000
Band E
£88,001 - £120,000
Band F
£120,001 - £160,000
Band G
£160,001 - £320,000
Band H
Over £320,000

Source: Valuation Office Agency

Property timeline📍Postcode-level

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Sales and planning applications at this postcode, most recent first.

  1. May 2024 · PLANNING
    Phased redevelopment of the site comprising: Phase 1 - Demolition of 2-4 Dean Street and 7 Soho Square; Phase 2 - the erection of a replacement building on basement, ground and seven upper floors (increasing depth of existing basement) for retail purposes (Class E) on part basement and part ground floors, use of the remainder of the building as offices (Class E); with associated terraces at 5th, 6th and 7th floor levels; provision of roof plant/plant enclosures, cycle parking, waste storage, landscaping works, green roofs, photovoltaic panels and facade lighting; and associated alterations.
    Final Decision2024/1063/P
  2. Jun 2023 · PLANNING
    Roof extensions at 5th, 7th and 9th floors on the Shaftesbury Avenue frontage to accommodate up to 84 hotel rooms in conjunction with the existing hotel (partially retrospective application). Creation of new roof terraces at 7th and 9th floors facing Shaftesbury Avenue. Installation of screening to existing plant at 11th and 12th floor levels. (Linked with 21/05796/LBC).
    Final Decision2023/1074/P
  3. Jan 2021 · PLANNING
    Observations to City of Westminster for installation of 6 antenna, 2 dishes and 3 equipment cabinets at roof level (19/07028/TELCOM).
    Withdrawn2020/1511/P
  4. Jul 2020 · PLANNING
    Installation of 6 antennas mounted across 3 steel support structures, 4 dishes mounted across 4 support poles, and 8 equipment cabinets at roof level.
    Final Decision2020/3243/P
  5. Aug 2019 · PLANNING
    Request for observations to the adjoining borough or Westminster City Council for the part demolition of Nos 29, 31, 33, 37, 39 Oxford Street behind retained facades and demolition 41 and 43 Oxford Street and 17-19 Soho Square and redevelopment of the site, including retention of 35 Oxford Street with alterations and alterations to the ground floor level and basement level of No. 16 Soho Square to provide a new building comprising 2 basement levels, ground and 6 upper floor levels plus a plant level and a level for a rooftop pavilion. Use of building for retail Class A1 at basement level 2, basement level 1, part ground floor level and part first floor level, cafe Class A3 at part ground floor level and part rooftop level. Flexible office or retail Class A1 or Class B1 at second floor level, office Class B1 at part first floor level, and third to sixth floor levels, and associated works including cycle storage and associated facilities at basement level 2 and the provision of a publically accessible roof garden and other works associated with the development. (Linked to 19/00519/LBC),
    Final Decision2019/2728/P
  6. Nov 2018 · PLANNING
    Variation of Condition 1 of planning permission dated 18 April 2018 (RN: 17/09219) for, 'Demolition of 70-88 Oxford Street (Oxford House) and the erection of a new building.
    Final Decision2018/4981/P
  7. Jun 2018 · PLANNING
    Request for observations from the City of Westminster for variation of condition 1 and 15 of planning permission dated 25 April 2016 (RN: 15/07092/FULL) for the Demolition of existing buildings and demolition behind retained facades of 19 and 20 Denman Street facades; realignment of 4-6 Glasshouse Street, 1 Sherwood Street, 8 Glasshouse Street and 11-17 Shaftesbury Avenue facades and retention of Piccadilly Lights (adverts). Construction of a replacement six storey building (plus 6th floor mezzanine office) with three basement levels to create a mixed use scheme comprising office (Class B1) at part ground to 6th storey mezzanine; retail (Classes A1 retail and A3 restaurant) at part basement 1, part ground and part first floor; up to seven residential units (Class C3) at part first floor, part second floor and part third floor; and plant and cycle storage within the basement. Associated works including mechanical plant within roof enclosure and loading facilities. NAMELY, to allow use of 6th floor mezzanine (Level 7) as restaurant (Class A3), roof realignment at Level 7 and new plant enclosure at Level 8, flexible use of approved retailing (Class A1) for retail and restaurant purposes (Classes A1 and A3), removal of chimneys on 1-17 Shaftesbury Avenue facade, minor adaptations to accommodate the Piccadilly Lights planning permission and advertisement, and adaptation to accommodate LBC consent (17/07490/LBC)
    Final Decision2018/2478/P
  8. Jan 2018 · PLANNING
    Demolition of 70-88 Oxford Street (Oxford House) and the erection of a new building comprising sub-basement, basement, ground plus seven upper floors and plant level, for the purpose of cycle parking and plant accommodation at sub-basement level, Class A1 accommodation at basement to first floor levels, a flexible Class A1 and/ or Class B1 use on the second floor and Class B1 accommodation at third to seventh floors; the creation of a rooftop terrace area at plant level; the creation of a service yard to the rear of building and other associated works.
    Final Decision2017/5944/P
  9. Aug 2017 · PLANNING
    Variation of Condition 1 of planning permission dated 22 June 2016 (RN: 16/01073) for, 'Demolition of rear first floor car parking deck and associated car lift, stair and ventilation shaft. Erection of replacement two storey structure for use, together with part existing basement, as new restaurant (Class A3). Excavation beneath part of north-west of site to enlarge existing basement level to provide cycle parking and associated facilities to serve the retained office (Class B1) floorspace over second to ninth floor level. Use of part ground as a new retail (Class A1) unit and use of first floor as retail (Class A1) floorspace to extend existing retail units at basement and ground floor levels. Removal and replacement of the existing cladding and associated facade alterations including alterations to shopfronts to create two storey retail frontage to Oxford Street. Alterations to rear courtyard and other associated works'; NAMELY technical design development of facades/technical design development of retail frontal/amendments to roof top plant to the main and restaurant buildings/amendments to Newmans Yard and office reception.
    Final Decision2017/3564/P
  10. Jan 2015 · PLANNING
    Request for obs from Westminster, for; Alterations at roof level comprising installation of replacement mechanical plant, new stair enclosure, louvered acoustic enclosure, tiled secondary pitch to front mansard elevation, installation of two new dormer windows and installation of replacement glass to existing dormers.
    Final Decision2014/7891/P
  11. Sept 2014 · PLANNING
    Amendments to design of the structure granted under reference 2009/4445/P dated 27/11/09.
    Final Decision2014/4731/P
  12. Sept 2014 · PLANNING
    Amendments to design of the structure granted under reference 2009/4439/P dated 01/12/09.
    Final Decision2014/4732/P
  13. Jun 2013 · PLANNING
    Request for observations from London Borough of Westminster for the replacement of existing canopy signage with 2.5m high 3D display. Renewing canopy fascia with a black background to match and neon lit lettering.
    Final Decision2013/3185/P
  14. Oct 2012 · PLANNING
    Use of ground floor for either retail (Class A1), financial and professional services (Class A2), restaurant (Class A3) or drinking establishment (Class A4) (separate to the existing hotel).
    Final Decision2012/4867/P
  15. Jul 2012 · PLANNING
    Submission under Schedule 7 of Crossrail Act 2008 for worksite restoration scheme at Tottenham Court Road Station (East) (CAM/2/4/1).
    Final Decision2012/1518/P
  16. Jul 2012 · PLANNING
    Observations to the City of Westminster for submission under Schedule 7 of Crossrail Act 2008 for worksite restoration scheme at Tottenham Court Road Station (East) (WES/8/6/1).
    Final Decision2012/1624/P
  17. Mar 2012 · PLANNING
    Submission under Schedule 7 of Crossrail Act 2008 for construction arrangements for main works; namely: identifying alternative lorry routes to service the worksite at TCR East (CAM/2/5/).
    Final Decision2012/0612/P
  18. Mar 2011 · PLANNING
    Approval of details subject to schedule 7 temporary works (construction arrangement) of the Crossrail Act 2008 for the construction of a ventilation shaft building at Goslett Yard as part of the main station works at Tottenham Court Road West.
    Withdrawn2011/1061/P
  19. Mar 2011 · PLANNING
    Approval of plans and specification (permanent works) pursuant to schedule 7 of the Crossrail Act 2008 for the construction of a building to provide ventilation shaft at 27m above ground floor level and emergency access to the Crossrail station and associated works including excavation.
    Final Decision2011/0851/P

Sources: HM Land Registry Price Paid · planning.data.gov.uk · matched by postcode (street-level, not house-level).

Planning Applications & Constraints📍Postcode-level

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Planning Friction
10/10
Maximally restricted
Designation Stack
5
5 designations
Climate Resilience
4/10
Vulnerable
Planning Constraints:
Conservation AreaListed BuildingArticle 4 DirectionAir Quality Management AreaArchaeological Priority AreaBuilt-up Area
What can I actually do here?
✓ Likely allowed (0)
    ⚠ Needs consent (5)
    • Solar PV panels on roof
    • Heat pump (air source) external unit
    • Outbuilding / garden room
    • Drop kerb / new vehicle access
    • Fell or significantly prune a tree
    ✗ Blocked (5)
    • Single-storey rear extension (under 4 m)
    • Loft conversion with rear dormer
    • Replace windows (uPVC, double-glazed)
    • Front porch (under 3 m²)
    • Demolish + rebuild

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    Source: planning.data.gov.uk

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    Conservation Area
    Soho
    Planning restrictions may apply
    significant heritage impact
    Grade II* listed building - particularly important. Listed building consent required for alterations.

    Source: Historic England

    Noise Levels

    quiet
    This location falls outside DEFRA strategic noise contours, indicating low environmental noise levels.

    Source: DEFRA Strategic Noise Maps (Round 3)

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    BroadbandEst.

    Avg Download~67 Mbps
    Max Available~1000 Mbps
    Superfast+ Yes
    Full Fibre+ Yes

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    Air Quality

    Low

    Low pollution. Ideal for outdoor activities.

    Source: DEFRA UK-AIR

    Flood Risk

    NONE RISK

    No current flood alerts in this area.

    Source: Environment Agency

    Walkability

    100/100

    Excellent walkability with daily errands easily completed on foot.

    Within ½ mile:1073 places

    Source: OpenStreetMap

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    Local Climate

    5-year average from Open-Meteo

    11.7°C
    Avg Temperature
    747mm
    Annual Rainfall
    2818h
    Sunshine/Year
    20.5 km/h
    Avg Wind
    Warmest: July
    Coldest: January
    Wettest: October
    Driest: April
    Now: 17.9°C, Clear skyHumidity: 61%

    Source: Open-Meteo Historical Weather API

    Food Hygiene Ratings

    49 rated establishments within 1 mile

    4.5/5
    Average Rating
    90%
    Rated Good or Very Good
    49
    Total Establishments
    BLACKSRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
    5/5
    Honest BurgerRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
    5/5
    Dean Street TownhouseHotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
    5/5
    SolaRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
    3/5
    TonkotsuRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
    5/5

    Source: Food Standards Agency

    Energy & Carbon Intensity

    Grid region: Unknown

    49%
    Renewable Energy
    118g
    CO₂/kWh
    moderate
    Intensity Level

    Generation Mix

    wind 43.8%gas 26.6%imports 20.7%solar 4.6%nuclear 2.1%biomass 2.0%hydro 0.2%

    Source: National Grid ESO Carbon Intensity API

    Elevation

    35m
    Elevatedabove sea level

    At 35m above sea level, this location is well-elevated, significantly reducing flood risk from coastal and river sources.

    Source: Open Topo Data (SRTM 30m)

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