Moving to London (WC1X)

Greater London Authority · Camden

Planning a move to WC1X? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the London area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to London. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in London

Based on 52 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in WC1X during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£717,000
Average Price (all types)£1,208,423

By Property Type

Terraced£2,850,000 (5 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£658,750 (38 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in London

London recorded 51% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

WC1X Total Crimes (13 months)1,296
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average51% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences295 (68% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour292 (31% below avg)
Public Order75 (59% below avg)
Vehicle Crime51 (62% below avg)
Shoplifting8 (96% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson58 (70% below avg)
Burglary41 (57% below avg)
Other Theft120 (31% below avg)
Drugs90 (3% below avg)
Robbery27 (25% below avg)
Theft from Person194 (296% above avg)
Bicycle Theft18 (22% below avg)
Possession of Weapons7 (73% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in London

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In London, council tax is managed by Camden. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1471.70
B£40,001 – £52,000£1716.98
C£52,001 – £68,000£1962.27
D£68,001 – £88,000£2207.55
E£88,001 – £120,000£2698.12
F£120,001 – £160,000£3188.68
G£160,001 – £320,000£3679.25
H£320,001+£4415.10

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near London

41.7 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the WC1X area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)4

Green Spaces in London

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in WC1X that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

100% of residential postcodes in WC1X have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in London

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the WC1X postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in London

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for WC1X considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

77.9 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the WC1X district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)95.0%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)93.5%
Gigabit capable93.5%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.0%

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Energy Performance in London

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for WC1X gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandC
Median EPC score74
Total rated properties2894

Homes in WC1X average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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