WC1E Area Report

Crime Statistics

Higher crime levels, significantly influenced by nearby retail/commercial areas.

Source: Police.uk • Open Government Licence

Deprivation Index (IMD)Local authority (Camden)

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

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 Camden (the HPI is only published at LAD level). For the WC1E-specific median see the headline above and the sales sections below.

Average Price by Type

24-Month Price Trend

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

Schools & Education

Breakdown of all 16 schools within 1 mile, by phase.

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

Transport Links

Source: TfL API & National Rail

Price Trends

Momentum for Camden. For the headline WC1E median see the top of the page; for the smoothed local-authority average see the House Price Index section above.

Source: ONS House Price Index • Open Government Licence

Source: Valuation Office Agency

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

1. Sept 2025 · PLANNING
   Internal works comprising the widening of entrances, removal of existing suspended metal ceiling and installation of overboarding system, and other associated works.
   Final Decision2025/3357/L
2. Sept 2025 · PLANNING
   Partial details of signage (condition 4) of Listed Building Consent ref. 2025/0876/L dated 27/05/2025 (for: Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans) of Listed Building Consent ref. 2024/3192/L dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works) NAMELY, retention of 3no trees, design of planters, reconfiguration of dry risers, relocation of lighting and relocation of disabled parking).
   Final Decision2025/3054/L
3. Sept 2025 · PLANNING
   External refurbishment, repair and maintenance works comprising stone cleaning and repointing, stone indent and pin repairs, replacement of stone roundel, replacement and repair works to lead flashing, replacement of timber cills, glazed block repairs, cleaning and repairs to roof coverings, and other associated works.
   Final Decision2025/3264/L
4. Sept 2025 · PLANNING
   Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans) of Listed Building Consent ref. 2025/0876/L dated 27/05/2025 (for: Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans) of Listed Building Consent ref. 2024/3192/L dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works) NAMELY, retention of 3no trees, design of planters, reconfiguration of dry risers, relocation of lighting and relocation of disabled parking) Namely, to incorporate exhibition display boards and associated infrastructure within the Cloisters, finalise the arrangement of the Whistler murals, amend the lighting display, widen the door from the South Cloisters lobby to the Bernard Katz garden room, replace the existing window overlooking the Provost dining terrace with a door and incorporate wayfinding and signage.
   Final Decision2025/3021/L
5. Sept 2025 · PLANNING
   Non-material amendment pursuant to Planning Permission Ref No. 2025/0958/P for ‘Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans), Condition 6 (landscaping) and Condition 13 (Biodiversity Net Gain) of planning permission ref. 2024/3177/P dated 29/11/2024 (for: Refurbishment and improvement works to Wilkins Building, including the creation of new openings and replacement of glazing in the Cloisters and adjacent rooms, works for the installation of a new staircase and accessible lift, installation of plant at roof level, landscaping of the Main Quadrangle, introduction of sloped access to buildings, replacement of rooflights for the Slade Building, waterproofing works to Chadwick Building, and associated works) NAMELY, retention of 3no trees, changes to design of planters, reconfiguration of dry risers, relocation of lighting and relocation of disabled parking.’ Namely, to incorporate exhibition display boards and associated infrastructure within the Cloisters, finalise the arrangement of the Whistler murals, amend the lighting display, widen the door from the South Cloisters lobby to the Bernard Katz garden room, replace the existing window overlooking the Provost dining terrace with a door and incorporate wayfinding and signage.
   Final Decision2025/3055/P
6. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
   Details of gutter replacement option (Condition 7) of Listed Building Consent 2025/1304/L dated 12/06/2025 (for: External and internal refurbishment, repair and maintenance works comprising replacement gutters and internal downpipes, repair and localised replacement of lead, slate, copper and asphalt roofs, replacement and repair works to the windows, roof lights, roof lanterns and glazed lights, repair and rebuilding of chimneys, façade cleaning and repair and other associated works)
   Final Decision2025/3175/L
7. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
   Refurbishment and extension of the building to provide commercial, business and service use (Class E) including infill extension, roof extension and replacement facades to Alfred Place, reconfiguration of entrances and servicing arrangements, rooftop plant equipment, PV panels, new landscaping, provision of cycle parking and other ancillary works.
   Final Decision2024/4840/P
8. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
   Removal and installation of external chiller and associated alterations at roof level
   Final Decision2025/2294/P
9. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
   Amendments to planning permission (ref 2023/4648/P) dated 16/11/2024 for 'Erection of new energy centre incorporating maintenance support accommodation to internal West Road, new substation off Montague Street, all together with associated internal and external works, service runs, erection of plant, landscaping, and temporary works associated with construction following demolition of existing Energy Centre to internal West Road and removal of temporary buildings to the south of the existing energy centre on the internal West Road and to the north and east of the White Wing facing Montague Street. CHANGES INCLUDE: Amendments to the north, south and west elevations of the South West Energy Centre Building to introduce new louvres and associated works
   Final Decision2025/2905/P
10. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
    Amendments to planning permission (reference 2023/4648/P) dated 16/10/2024 for ‘Erection of new energy centre incorporating maintenance support accommodation to internal West Road, new substation off Montague Street, all together with associated internal and external works, service runs, erection of plant, landscaping, and temporary works associated with construction following demolition of existing Energy Centre to internal West Road and removal of temporary buildings to the south of the existing energy centre on the internal West Road and to the north and east of the White Wing facing Montague Street. CHANGES INCLUDE: Installation of a door to the rear (north elevation) of the proposed Incoming Sub Station building, together with installation of louvres and air bricks to the south elevation.
    Final Decision2025/2750/P
11. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
    Demolition of existing squash courts and associated structures within the internal courtyard.
    Final Decision2025/3002/P
12. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
    Details pursuant to Condition 4 (Windows Condition Survey) of listed building consent 2025/1027/L granted 22/05/2025 for 'internal alterations' including replacement of rear elevation timber joinery.
    Final Decision2025/2517/L
13. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of secondary glazing at Levels 2 and 3 of the West Residence and associated works.
    Final Decision2025/2768/L
14. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
    Removal of condition 5 (removal of temporary telecom equipment) required by planning permission reference 2025/0438/P dated 30/04/2025 for installation of 6 radio antennas and 4 transmission dishes mounted to three separate tripod support frames and ancillary apparatus, along with 3 cabinets on the roof of the building.
    Final Decision2025/2500/P
15. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Removal of existing heat pump unit and replacement with new unit and associated works at ground floor
    Final Decision2025/2293/P
16. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Removal of existing heat pump unit and replacement with new unit and associated works at ground floor
    Final Decision2025/2377/L
17. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Display of 1x banner to the north-eastern corner of Senate House and display of 2 x banners to the south-western corner of the College Building (Retrospective)
    Withdrawn2025/1911/L
18. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Replacement of slate roof coverings and dressed lead elements including flashings, soakers and dormer cheeks. Repair of timber sash windows. Repointing. Repair and redecoration of render, stone elements, mosaic steps and timber front doors and frames.
    Final Decision2025/2004/L
19. Jun 2025 · PLANNING
    O/S REAR OF 73 GOWER STREET: 1 x Claret Ash (Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywood') (T54)- Reduce lateral extended limbs with weak unions at 2.2m & 4m to the southwest over the footpath & car parking by 1m - 1.5m to reduce loading and prevent failure due to poor union strength.
    Final Decision2025/2172/T
20. Jun 2025 · PLANNING
    (TPO REF: C5-T9) REAR GARDEN: 1 x London Plane (Platanus x hispanica) (T1) - Remove all growth from base.
    Final Decision2025/2171/T

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

Source: planning.data.gov.uk

Source: Historic England

Noise Levels

Source: DEFRA Strategic Noise Maps (Round 3)