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WC2H Area Report

Camden

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

£850,000
Median Price
Postcode district (WC2H)
N/A
Crime Level
Postcode district (WC2H)
0
Schools Nearby
N/A/100
Transport Score
~67 Mbps
Broadband Est.
4.2/10

Investment Score

Below Average

Based on rental yield, price growth, safety, schools, transport & flood risk in WC2H

Rental Yield
1.8
Price Growth
4.4
Schools
7.6
Flood Risk
6
Planning Friction
4
Climate Resilience
4

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). WC2H spans 3 local authorities; Camden is the one covering the bulk of the outcode. For the WC2H-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

0
Within 1 mile

Breakdown of all 0 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

Price Trends

Momentum for Camden. For the headline WC2H 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
    Installation of a temporary free-standing non-illuminated hoarding for ground floor shopfront restoration
    Final Decision2025/3405/A
  2. Aug 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of non-illuminated projecting signage and a retractable awning and alteration of colour to the fascia and vertical elements of the facade.
    Final Decision2025/3102/A
  3. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Remodelling, refurbishment and extension of the existing building to provide Use Class E commercial and retail space, amenity terraces, a new public route, relocated entrances, cycle parking, servicing and rooftop plant along with associated highway, landscaping and public realm improvements and other associated works.
    Final Decision2024/5408/P
  4. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Replacement of mansard roof section on the northwest side elevation of the building and associated works; internal works including replacement of steels supporting the pavement lights at substage and basement levels and replacement of WC's at basement level.
    Final Decision2025/1783/L
  5. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Proposed installation of 2 x Air Source Heat Pumps with acoustic enclosure at roof level to southeast elevation (Short's Gardens elevation).
    Final Decision2025/2397/P
  6. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Removal of Condition 5 of planning permission 2022/2378/P dated 27/02/2024 (for: Installation of 6 antenna apertures, 2 transmission dishes and 8 equipment cabinets to roof and development ancillary thereto)
    Withdrawn2024/5654/P
  7. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Replacement of mansard roof section on the northwest side elevation of the building and associated works.
    Final Decision2025/1466/P
  8. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Display of 1x externally illuminated fascia sign and 1x externally illuminated projecting sign.
    Final Decision2025/2214/A
  9. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Westminster CC - 25/00749/FULL Variation of condition 1 of permission dated 31 May 2023 (RN:22/02009/FULL)(as varied by 23/08593/NMA dated 13 March 2024) for 'Mixed-use development at Old Brewer's Yard including: at 28-32 Shelton Street, the erection of a single storey roof extension, a rooftop plant enclosure and other external alterations (including shopfront alterations, new rear access to the Yard, and plant) in connection with the use of the building as a restaurant (Class E(b)); at 1 Mercer Walk, the installation of ancillary plant & servicing equipment, external alterations including opening up of blind windows on east elevation and the installation of PV panels at main roof level, all in connection with the use of the building as a microbrewery and visitor attraction with ancillary retail, bar and training space (Sui Generis); at 15A Neal Street (ground floor only), external alterations including installation of full-height glazed rear wall and installation of a new shopfront; at 5 Langley Street (basement, part-ground floor and part-roof only) alterations to north and west facade and installation of new plant, all in connection with the flexible mixed-use of the basement and part-ground floor as entertainment/events/community space with ancillary storage areas (Sui Generis); at the rear of 7 Langley Street, installation of plant at roof level and the use of the former bin store as a bar area servicing the Yard (Sui Generis); at Old Brewer's Yard, the erection of a new high-level glazed canopy structure and semi-permanent external seating, installation of new entrance gates fronting Shelton Street, placement of planters and associated street furniture, for use of the Yard as a flexible entertainment/dining/events/ community outdoor space (Sui Generis)', namely changes to roof plant enclosure and service pipes and duct works, install canopy to the rear of the 28-32 Shelton Street and retention of bricked up windows and amendment to door design for 1 Mercer
    Final Decision2025/2797/P
  10. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Part demolition, restoration and refurbishment of the existing Grade II listed building, roof extension, and excavation of basement space, to provide a theatre at lower levels, with ancillary restaurant / bar space (Sui Generis) at ground floor level; and hotel (Class C1) at upper levels; provision of ancillary cycle parking, servicing and rooftop plant, and other associated works.
    Final Decision2024/0993/P
  11. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Part demolition, restoration and refurbishment of the existing Grade II listed building, roof extension, and excavation of basement space, to provide a theatre at lower levels, with ancillary restaurant / bar space (Sui Generis) at ground floor level; and hotel (Class C1) at upper levels; provision of ancillary cycle parking, servicing and rooftop plant, and other associated works.
    Final Decision2024/1005/L
  12. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Replacement of redundant car lift entrance to rear with brickwork and fire escape door, infill of external ramp with raised pavement level and change of use of basement car park to ancillary retail accommodation.
    Final Decision2025/0367/P
  13. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Display of two non illuminated hoardings with logos and graphics on Monmouth Street and Tower Court elevations for a temporary period until 31/07/2025.
    Withdrawn2025/2224/A
  14. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Internal alterations at basement and ground floor level of retail unit.
    Final Decision2025/2046/L
  15. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of externally illuminated lettering to the existing timber fascia panel and installation of hand painted timber projecting sign on existing bracket
    Final Decision2025/2071/A
  16. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of 1 x non-illuminated flag sign on the existing shop front flag arm.
    Final Decision2025/2777/A
  17. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of 1x new Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP), replacement of the existing rooflight with a new flat roof incorporating a new access hatch, air intake and extract fan openings at first floor roof level.
    Final Decision2025/1218/P
  18. Jul 2025 · PLANNING
    Display of 1 x Illuminated projecting sign and 1 x illuminated menu sign
    Final Decision2025/2601/A
  19. Jun 2025 · PLANNING
    Installation of additional gutter and downpipe system to improve rainwater drainage.
    Final Decision2025/2268/L
  20. Jun 2025 · PLANNING
    Temporary erection of a free-standing structure incorporating a LED screen (for advertising purposes) between 27/06/2025 and 26/09/2025 within the Central Saint Giles Piazza.
    Final Decision2025/1834/A

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

    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

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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: 17.1°C, Clear skyHumidity: 64%

    Source: Open-Meteo Historical Weather API

    Food Hygiene Ratings

    42 rated establishments within 1 mile

    4.5/5
    Average Rating
    83%
    Rated Good or Very Good
    42
    Total Establishments
    Two BrewersPub/bar/nightclub
    5/5
    Lakrids by BülowRetailers - other
    5/5
    Pierre Herme ParisTakeaway/sandwich shop
    3/5
    RossopomodoroRestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
    5/5
    COFFEE IBIKERestaurant/Cafe/Canteen
    Exempt

    Source: Food Standards Agency

    Elevation

    33m
    Elevatedabove sea level

    At 33m 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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