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About

Clerkenwell ward covers a compact area of central London, centred on the historic Clerkenwell Green. The district is characterised by a mix of converted Georgian and Victorian warehouses, modern residential developments, and commercial offices. The historic boundary of the parish, defined by the now-subterranean River Fleet, still influences the local street layout. Its central location makes it a hub for professional services, particularly creative and technology firms, alongside longstanding craft workshops.

The area's history is evident in landmarks like the medieval St. John's Gate, a remnant of the Priory of St. John, and the former Middlesex Sessions House on Clerkenwell Green. Smithfield Market, a major wholesale meat market, lies just to the south, influencing the local rhythm. Clerkenwell is also known for its concentration of specialist watch and clock repairers, a trade established here in the 18th century. The ward contains several small public gardens, such as Spa Fields, providing green space within the dense urban grain.

Area overview

On average Clerkenwell has average deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 223 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, roughly 1.7× the London average of 130 per 1,000. Approximately 43.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Clerkenwell is £76,354 per year. There are 1 schools in Clerkenwell: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in the area have excellent public transport connectivity. Clerkenwell is home to around 10,956 people, with a population density of about 11,727.4 per km².

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
223
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
43.9%
Connectivity
10/10

Area Profile

Clerkenwell Population
10,956
Population density
11,727.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
53.67(+73%)
Other theft
52.39(+358%)
Anti-social behaviour
46.09(+72%)
Theft from the person
45.09(+381%)
Shoplifting
19.72(+97%)
London average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,421
40.36%
Other White
2,236
20.41%
African
831
7.59%
Other
761
6.95%
Chinese
409
3.73%
Total population: 10,954

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
5,223
54.81%
Level 3 (A level)
1,559
16.36%
No qualifications
1,143
11.99%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
679
7.12%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
453
4.75%
Total 16+ residents: 9,530

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,725
35.06%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,374
27.93%
Owns with a mortgage
645
13.11%
Owns outright
622
12.64%
Other social rented
358
7.28%
Total households: 4,920

Property prices in Clerkenwell

Median price£800,000
Price per sq ft£1,045
Sales (last 12 months)77
Typical range (middle 50%)£565K – £1.2M

Based on 77 recent sales, the median property price is £800,000 (about £1,045 per square foot) in Clerkenwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £270,000 up to £3,000,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Clerkenwell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Terraced10£1,937,500£1,235
Flats67£765,000£1,028

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Clerkenwell

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Clerkenwell.
YearFlatsTerraced
2016£760,000£1,157,500
2017£760,000£2,180,000
2018£725,000£1,372,500
2019£649,999£1,250,000
2020£738,750£2,255,000
2021£682,500£2,150,000
2022£750,000£2,000,000
2023£999,875£1,630,000
2024£940,000£1,590,000
2025£709,500£2,225,000
2026£791,500£1,380,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Clerkenwell.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Clerkenwell.
YearFlatsTerraced
2016£1,064£1,097
2017£989£1,051
2018£1,005£1,091
2019£960£1,072
2020£983£1,156
2021£929£1,248
2022£976£1,315
2023£1,272£1,039
2024£1,069£1,166
2025£1,045£1,126
2026£1,005£1,085
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Clerkenwell.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Clerkenwell in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Islington district.

Band A£1,405
Band B£1,640
Band C£1,874
Band D£2,108
Band E£2,577
Band F£3,045
Band G£3,514
Band H£4,216

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Clerkenwell ward.

Local councillors

Giulio Ferrini

Clerkenwell - Elected 7 May 2026

Green Party

Jara Falkenburg

Clerkenwell - Elected 7 May 2026

Green Party

Ruth Hayes

Clerkenwell - Elected 7 May 2026

Labour Party

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