Postcode report
Is SW1V 1BX a Good Area? Schools, Crime & Local Insights
About SW1V 1BX: area rating, property, schools and local change
SW1V 1BX is a postcode in Vincent Square, Westminster, London, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near SW1V 1BX, then scores the surrounding small area 65/100 - top 28% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around SW1V 1BX are health and local prosperity, while housing is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for SW1V 1BX is based on Westminster 022 Census 2021. It covers 8,275 residents, 22,719 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 36, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 31% owner-occupied, 41% privately rented, 27% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 6/10.
For property prices near SW1V 1BX, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the SW1V postcode district. The latest median sold price is £645k from 13 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near SW1V 1BX can compare 12 state schools within one mile, including 7 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 12 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near SW1V 1BX by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around SW1V 1BX is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 94 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about SW1V 1BX
Is SW1V 1BX a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 65/100 (top 28% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near SW1V 1BX?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near SW1V 1BX?
12 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near SW1V 1BX?
LocaleIQ currently matches 12 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for SW1V 1BX?
LocaleIQ matched SW1V 1BX to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in SW1V 1BX?
The latest median sold price is £645k based on 13 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around SW1V 1BX?
LocaleIQ currently shows 94 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.