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City of London

About

The City of London is the historic and financial heart of London, covering just over one square mile. Known as the Square Mile, it is home to the Bank of England, the London Stock Exchange, and numerous global financial institutions. The area blends modern skyscrapers like the Gherkin and the Shard with historic landmarks such as St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London. Despite its business focus, the City has a small residential population, with most activity centered around weekday working hours.

The district retains its medieval street layout, with narrow alleys and hidden courtyards contrasting against contemporary architecture. Key sites include Leadenhall Market, a covered Victorian market, and the Barbican Centre, a prominent arts venue. The City of London operates with its own local government, separate from Greater London, preserving its unique identity. Its mix of old and new makes it a distinctive part of the capital.

Area overview

On average City of London has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 2549 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in City of London is £101,776 per year. There are 7 schools in City of London: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
2549
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
5.8%
Connectivity
10/10