Holborn & Covent Garden is a central London ward in the borough of Camden, known for its mix of commercial, cultural, and residential spaces. The area includes parts of the West End, with theatres, shops, and restaurants lining its streets. It is home to institutions like the London School of Economics and the Royal Courts of Justice, adding an academic and legal presence. The ward also features historic markets such as Covent Garden, which attract both locals and tourists.
Transport links are strong, with several Tube stations including Holborn, Covent Garden, and Temple serving the area. The River Thames runs along its southern edge, providing a connection to the South Bank. Despite its bustling daytime activity, quieter residential pockets exist, particularly around Lincoln’s Inn Fields. The ward’s blend of work, leisure, and history makes it a key part of central London.
On average Holborn & Covent Garden has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 730 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 33.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Holborn & Covent Garden is £54,631 per year. There are 9 schools in Holborn & Covent Garden: 4 primary (2 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.
Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £773,750 in Holborn & Covent Garden area, with individual transactions ranging from £375,000 up to £6,443,750.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 73 | £772,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 1 | £2,850,000 |
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Nottingham Court
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Betterton Street
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Shorts Gardens
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Neal Street
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Portpool Lane
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West Central Street
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Museum Street
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Dombey Street
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South Square
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Procter Street
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Gray's Inn Road
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Lamb's Conduit Street
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Lincoln's Inn Fields
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New Square
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Drury Lane
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Charing Cross Road
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Shorts Gardens
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Shelton Street
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Baldwin's Gardens
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Dyott Street
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Dyott Street
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Great James Street
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John Street
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Lamb's Conduit Street
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Boswell Street
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Rugby Street
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Mount Pleasant
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Gray's Inn Road
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New Square
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Stone Buildings
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Drury Lane
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Shorts Gardens
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Farringdon Road
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Leather Lane
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Portpool Lane
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Kirby Street
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Millman Street
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Doughty Street
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Red Lion Square
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Procter Street
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Mount Pleasant
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Gray's Inn Road
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Gray's Inn Road
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Lincoln's Inn Fields
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Stukeley Street
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Macklin Street
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Drury Lane
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Parker Street
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Charing Cross Road
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Charing Cross Road
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Betterton Street
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Betterton Street
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Leather Lane
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Brooke's Market
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.