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About

King's Cross & Bloomsbury North is a central London area known for its mix of historic and modern elements. The area includes King's Cross Station, a major transport hub, and St Pancras International, connecting London to Europe. Nearby, the British Library and University College London add an academic presence. The Regent's Canal runs through the area, offering walking and cycling routes.

Bloomsbury North features Georgian squares and garden spaces like Russell Square. The area has a range of shops, cafes, and restaurants, catering to students, commuters, and residents. Development projects have introduced new offices and apartments, blending with older architecture. The Wellcome Collection and several museums contribute to the area's cultural offerings.

Area overview

On average King's Cross & Bloomsbury North has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 292 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 48.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in King's Cross & Bloomsbury North is £47,052 per year. There are 3 schools in King's Cross & Bloomsbury North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

292

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

48.2%

Connectivity

10/10

Area Profile

King's Cross & Bloomsbury North Population

11,588

Population density

17,336.9 per km²

Demographics

British

2,877

24.84%

Other White

2,204

19.03%

Bangladeshi

1,533

13.23%

Chinese

867

7.48%

African

833

7.19%

Total population: 11,584

Housing

Social rents from council

1,364

30.52%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,289

28.84%

Other social rented

888

19.87%

Owns outright

460

10.29%

Owns with a mortgage

282

6.31%

Total households: 4,469

Property prices in King's Cross & Bloomsbury North

Based on 43 recent sales, the median property price is £510,000 in King's Cross & Bloomsbury North area, with individual transactions ranging from £225,000 up to £1,999,999.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	42	£507,500	£296,500	£425,000	£650,000	£1,208,963
Terraced	1	£1,999,999	£1,999,999	£1,999,999	£1,999,999	£1,999,999

10 years price trend in King's Cross & Bloomsbury North

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail