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WC1V Area Report

Camden

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

£640,000
Median Price
Postcode district (WC1V)
HIGH
Crime Level
Postcode district (WC1V)
12
Schools Nearby
100/100
Transport Score
~67 Mbps
Broadband Est.
4.8/10

Investment Score

Below Average

Based on rental yield, price growth, safety, schools, transport & flood risk in WC1V

Rental Yield
1.8
Price Growth
4.4
Safety
1.5
Schools
9
Transport
10
Flood Risk
6
Planning Friction
6.4
Climate Resilience
4

Crime Statistics

HIGH CRIMEPostcode district (WC1V)

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

4113
Crimes/month
413
Area average

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12-Month Crime Trend→ Stable

2025-05: 4798
2025-06: 4688
2025-07: 4796
2025-08: 4554
2025-09: 4460
2025-10: 4990
2025-11: 5432
2025-12: 5085
2026-01: 4291
2026-02: 4071
2026-03: 3998
2026-04: 4271
2025-052026-04

↓ 4% vs previous period

Source: Police.uk • Open Government Licence

Deprivation Index (IMD)Local authority (Camden)

DECILE 5/10 — 40–50% most deprived

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

income
5
employment
5
education
7
health
5
crime
5
housing
5
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 Camden (the HPI is only published at LAD level). WC1V spans 3 local authorities; Camden is the one covering the bulk of the outcode. For the WC1V-specific median see the headline above and the sales sections below.

£803,129
Camden average
-8.9%
Annual Change
Declining
Market

Average Price by Type

£3,385,933
Detached
£2,025,247
Semi-Detached
£1,508,109
Terraced
£664,559
Flat

24-Month Price Trend

01/12/2002: £325,847
01/12/2003: £320,682
01/12/2004: £352,983
01/12/2005: £363,743
01/12/2006: £424,670
01/12/2007: £477,949
01/12/2008: £452,912
01/12/2009: £442,139
01/12/2010: £538,680
01/12/2011: £542,413
01/12/2012: £614,412
01/12/2013: £664,789
01/12/2014: £754,303
01/12/2015: £789,139
01/12/2016: £824,159
01/12/2017: £836,332
01/12/2018: £856,338
01/12/2019: £806,841
01/12/2020: £779,910
01/12/2021: £871,467
01/12/2022: £861,027
01/12/2023: £838,481
01/12/2024: £881,567
01/12/2025: £803,129
01/12/200201/12/2025

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

Schools & Education

6
Primary
4
Independent
1
Special
1
Nursery
12
Within 1 mile

Breakdown of all 12 schools within 1 mile, by phase.

GCSE Performance (2024/25)

44.5
Avg Attainment 8
+4.7% vs national (42.5)
47.2%
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths
National: 45.4%
ABOVE NATIONAL AVERAGE

Based on 15 secondary schools in Camden

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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 115 Tube2 Rail

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Source: TfL API & National Rail

Price Trends

Momentum for Camden. For the headline WC1V median see the top of the page; for the smoothed local-authority average see the House Price Index section above.

-8.9%
1 Year Change
declining
Market Status
Camden
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. Sept 2025 · PLANNING
    Display of 1 x fascia sign and 1 x projecting sign
    Final Decision2025/1882/A
  2. Sept 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of replacement shopfront
    Final Decision2025/2295/P
  3. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
    External and internal alterations including installation of a new glazed roof access hatch at roof level for the formation of a terrace at roof level with planters and green wall to the east elevation, following the demolition of the existing stair access overrun, installation of replacement windows to rear and flank elevation windows at 4th floor level; alteration to the internal staircase between the 2nd and 3rd floors, reconstruction of the staircase between the 3rd and 4th floors, new staircase arrangement between the 4th and roof level; installation of new timber framed load-bearing cross walls from the third floor to underside of fourth floor and new internal partition arrangements.
    Final Decision2025/2356/L
  4. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of a new glazed roof access hatch at roof level for the formation of a terrace at roof level with planters and green wall to the east elevation, following the demolition of the existing stair access overrun and installation of replacement windows to rear and flank elevation windows at 4th floor level.
    Final Decision2025/2247/P
  5. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Erection of mansard roof extension with front and rear balustrade, alterations to existing rear extension, installation of ac units on the roof and new extract duct to the rear and associated works.
    Final Decision2023/2586/P
  6. Jun 2025 · PLANNING
    The proposed removal of an existing InLink Unit, and the deployment of a replacement Street Hub 3 unit
    Final Decision2025/0834/A
  7. Jun 2025 · PLANNING
    The proposed removal of an existing InLink Unit, and the deployment of a replacement Street Hub 3 unit
    Final Decision2025/0919/P
  8. Jun 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of Santander Cycle docking station and terminal.
    Final Decision2025/1954/P
  9. Jun 2025 · PLANNING
    Details pursuant to Condition 5 (Privacy Screen Planting Details) of planning permission 2024/4790/P (dated 24/12/2024) for 'Alterations to the ground floor front fenestration; replacement windows throughout; replacement of rear sloped roof with new material; provision of roof terraces at fourth to sixth floor levels along east elevation; installation of plant screening at roof level'.
    Final Decision2025/2081/P
  10. Jun 2025 · PLANNING
    Details pursuant to Condition 4 (Material Details) of planning permission 2024/4790/P (dated 24/12/2024) for 'Alterations to the ground floor front fenestration; replacement windows throughout; replacement of rear sloped roof with new material; provision of roof terraces at fourth to sixth floor levels along east elevation; installation of plant screening at roof level'.
    Final Decision2025/1961/P
  11. May 2025 · PLANNING
    Display of 1 x internally illuminated fascia sign and 1 x internally illuminated projecting sign.
    Final Decision2025/1729/A
  12. May 2025 · PLANNING
    Amendments to balustrade material on south/south east elevation, replacing the glass balustrade with a stainless steel top rail to a PPC black metal balustrade to planning permission granted under reference 2019/0164/P dated 04/03/2019 (as amended by ref. 2019/1413/P dated 01/05/2019) for ' Installation of 3x doors and balustrade at 6th floor level to create new terrace.'
    Final Decision2025/1743/P
  13. May 2025 · PLANNING
    Display of internally illuminated fascia lettering sign to shopfront glazing on front elevation.
    Final Decision2025/1394/A
  14. May 2025 · PLANNING
    Removal of an existing InLink Unit, and the deployment of a replacement Street Hub 3 unit
    Final Decision2025/0835/P
  15. May 2025 · PLANNING
    Revised proposal for the installation of 2 x additional antennas and the replacement of 3 x antennas, the installation of 2 x transmission dishes and 3 x equipment cabinets and ancillary works.
    Final Decision2025/1209/P
  16. May 2025 · PLANNING
    Removal of an existing InLink Unit, and the deployment of a replacement Street Hub 3 unit
    Final Decision2025/0877/A
  17. Apr 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of 2 air condenser units on roof
    Final Decision2025/0649/L
  18. Apr 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of 2 air condenser units on roof
    Final Decision2024/5685/P
  19. Mar 2025 · PLANNING
    Change of use of (part) ground floor, first floor and second floor from offices (Class E) to a flexible use as either offices (Class E) and/or education (Class F1) and/or medical or health services (Class E).
    Final Decision2024/2525/P
  20. Feb 2025 · PLANNING
    Amendment to plans to increase the height of the approved east elevation (New Turnstile) roof terrace balustrade, approved under planning permission 2024/4848/P dated 22/01/2025.
    Final Decision2025/0441/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
6/10
Heavy restrictions
Designation Stack
4
4 designations
Climate Resilience
4/10
Vulnerable
20
applications within 500m
Display of replacement externally illuminated fascia signage on High Holborn and Red Lion Street elevations; two externally illuminated projecting signs at first floor level; and three internally illuminated menu boards.
Final Decision18m away
Display of non-illuminated fascia sign (retrospective).
Final Decision20m away
Creation of new emergency exit to existing bar (Class A4).
Final Decision23m away
Display of an 1 x internally illuminated fascia sign, 1 x internally illuminated projecting sign and 1 x non illuminated menu box with incorporated lock.
Registered24m away
Display of internally illuminated fascia and projecting signs.
Final Decision28m away
Planning Constraints:
Conservation AreaArticle 4 DirectionAir Quality Management AreaArchaeological Priority AreaBuilt-up Area
What can I actually do here?
✓ Likely allowed (0)
    ⚠ Needs consent (10)
    • Single-storey rear extension (under 4 m)
    • Loft conversion with rear dormer
    • Replace windows (uPVC, double-glazed)
    • Solar PV panels on roof
    • Heat pump (air source) external unit
    • Front porch (under 3 m²)
    • Outbuilding / garden room
    • Drop kerb / new vehicle access
    • Fell or significantly prune a tree
    • Demolish + rebuild
    ✗ Blocked (0)
    • —

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    Source: planning.data.gov.uk

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    Conservation Area
    Bloomsbury
    Planning restrictions may apply
    moderate heritage impact
    Property is in a conservation area. Additional planning considerations apply.

    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

    Estimated from area data • Verify on Ofcom

    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:560 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: 15.7°C, OvercastHumidity: 89%

    Source: Open-Meteo Historical Weather API

    Food Hygiene Ratings

    45 rated establishments within 1 mile

    4.4/5
    Average Rating
    84%
    Rated Good or Very Good
    45
    Total Establishments
    The Old Red LionPub/bar/nightclub
    5/5
    Heytea HolbornRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
    4/5
    NONNA ITALIAN ARTISAN BAKERYRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
    5/5
    GRAIN MEDITERRANEANRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
    4/5
    Pret A MangerTakeaway/sandwich shop
    5/5

    Source: Food Standards Agency

    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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