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WC2A 3ED local report: crime, schools, demographics and planning in Camden
LocaleIQ report for WC2A 3ED: crime, schools, demographics, planning and local change with source dates, nearby context and links to broader area pages.
Short verdict for WC2A 3ED
Generated 26 Apr 2026WC2A 3ED sits in Holborn & Covent Garden, Camden. LocaleIQ rates current local change pressure as high change pressure (11/100). Planning applications are the strongest local change signal right now. Use this as a local report: the figures below are postcode, radius, small-area or district-level depending on source.
Key facts
Data says
Sources shown per section - snapshot 26 Apr 2026- LocaleIQ change-pressure score is 11/100 (High Change Pressure).
- Crime trend: Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. (-5% vs previous month).
- Census 2021 population density is 5,470 people per sq km.
- 12 state schools are within 1 mile; 7 have an inspection rating in LocaleIQ.
- 14855 planning records are currently matched to the report radius.
- 44 roadworks or street-disruption records are matched nearby.
- 242 licensed HMO records are visible in the local housing context.
Planning and local change
Open planning tabUtility repair and maintenance works on Carriageway
Utility repair and maintenance works (Works in progress) promoted by THAMES WATER. Highway authority: LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN. Traffic management: Multi-way signals.
24 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2026 - 170 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Approval of Details at 14 Bedford Row 12-13 and 14 Jockey's Fields London WC1R 4ED
Approval of Details. Details to discharge Condition 14 (Secure Cycle Storage) of planning reference 2024/1810/P dated 18/12/24 for change of use from Office (Use Class E) to Apart-Hotel (Use Class C1), partial demolition of link structure, introduction of terrace, rooftop plant and other associated physical works.
21 Apr 2026 - 334 m - Camden Planning
Listed Building Consent at Sir John Soanes Museum 13 Lincoln's Inn Fields London Camden WC2A 3BP
Listed Building Consent. Altering roof finishes and details of upper roof of 12 Lincoln's Inn Fields by removing existing modern roof coverings, introducing ventilation with concealed proprietary ventilators and reinstating lead roof, similar to existing.
9 Apr 2026 - 46 m - Camden Planning
Approval of Details at 20-23 Lincoln's Inn Fields London WC2A 3ED
Approval of Details. Details of condition 4 (Materials) of planning permission 2024/5379/P dated 12/02/2026 (for: Erection of replacement roof extension; alterations to and extension of existing roof terrace; extension and alteration of lower roof including new plant and acoustic plant enclosure; alterations to front steps and installation of new access ramp; alterations to lower ground floor at front elevation; alterations to rear elevation at ground floor.)
1 Apr 2026 - 110 m - Camden Planning
Full Planning Permission at 110 High Holborn London Camden WC1V 6JS
Full Planning Permission. Extension of amenity roof terrace at sixth floor; relocation of plant; installation of acoustic enclosure, air source heat pumps; and associated works
26 Mar 2026 - 184 m - Camden Planning
Variation or Removal of Condition(s) at 20-23 Lincoln's Inn Fields London WC2A 3ED
Variation or Removal of Condition(s). Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission 2024/5379/P dated 12/02/2025 (for: Erection of replacement roof extension; alterations to and extension of existing roof terrace; extension and alteration of lower roof including new plant and acoustic plant enclosure; alterations to front steps and installation of new access ramp; alterations to lower ground floor at front elevation; alterations to rear elevation at ground floor.), namely to amend approved alterations to the Whetstone Park elevation.
24 Mar 2026 - 28 m - Camden Planning
Full Planning Permission at Lion House 72 - 75 Red Lion Street London WC1R 4NA
Full Planning Permission. Change of use from Office (Class E) to Hotel (Class C1), extensions at 7th floor level, creation of terraces, new and replacement windows, rooftop plant enclosure, green roofs, PV's, alterations to façade and associated works.
19 Mar 2026 - 127 m - Camden Planning
Non Material Amendments at 20-23 Lincoln's Inn Fields London WC2A 3ED
Non Material Amendments. Non-material amendment to planning permission 2024/5379/P dated 12/02/2025 for 'Erection of replacement roof extension; alterations to and extension of existing roof terrace; extension and alteration of lower roof including new plant and acoustic plant enclosure; alterations to front steps and installation of new access ramp; alterations to lower ground floor at front elevation; alterations to rear elevation at ground floor; namely: increase in height of rooftop balustrade, alterations to stair enclosure and lift overrun, changes to lower roof plant area.
18 Mar 2026 - 28 m - Camden Planning
Nearby context for WC2A 3ED
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Common questions about WC2A 3ED
Is WC2A 3ED a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores current local change pressure as 11/100 (High Change Pressure). The report combines local records with wider official context, so treat the result as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near WC2A 3ED?
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 WC2A 3ED?
12 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
What demographics are available for WC2A 3ED?
LocaleIQ matched WC2A 3ED to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.