EC1N, covering parts of central London including Clerkenwell and Farringdon, has recorded a negative five-year compound annual growth rate of -0.8% in property prices whilst rental growth has expanded at 6.1% annually over the same period. Population change remains minimal at 0.1% over five years, suggesting demographic stability rather than significant inward migration. The postcode's trajectory score of 35.2 indicates below-average performance relative to national benchmarks, placing it in the lowest percentile. The divergence between rental and capital growth suggests a rental-focused investment profile, though the negative price trajectory warrants consideration alongside the area's established gentrification positioning.
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- 1Property prices down 0.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.1% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.1% per year
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What's changing in Clerkenwell · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.6 points this month to 35/100, driven mainly by safety.
8 planning applications submitted in EC1N over the last six months, 1 demolition.
- The application seeks confirmation that the works undertaken constitute lawful implementation of the planning permission reference. 24/00688/FULL. In order to lawfully implement the Planning Permission, the following works have been undertaken on site: Demolition of plant room roof structure.Mar 2026 · Decided
- Application for non-material amendment under S96A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) to amend condition 53 (Approved drawings) of planning permission no. 24/00688/FULL to make the following amendments: 1. Adjustment of the south boundary wall by approximately 400mm to the south 2. Relocate the UKPN substation from the basement to the ground floor, with associated reconfiguration of back-of-house accommodation, servicing, cycle parking and reception areas 3. Make minor amendments to the external elevations and pedestrian alleyways, including revisions to façade treatments, entrances, louvres, access doors, balustrades and associated architectural detailing. 4. Amend the roof terrace and plant enclosure design, including updates to balustrades, screening, louvres and plant structures, together with an increase in photovoltaic panel provision from approximately 170 sqm to 300 sqm.Jun 2026 · Under Consideration
- Submission of detail of Ecological Data and IA Report pursuant to condition 47 of Planning Permission 24/00688/FULL dated 02.07.2025.Jun 2026 · Under Consideration
Clerkenwell (EC1N) common questions
Is Clerkenwell up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Clerkenwell (EC1N) as Early. Its trajectory score is 35/100 (Average), in the top 99% of districts nationally. The score is down 2.0 points over the last 12 months.
Is Clerkenwell safe?
Clerkenwell has a safety score of 7/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Clerkenwell?
The average property price in Clerkenwell (EC1N) is £1.23m as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 0.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Clerkenwell?
The median monthly rent in Clerkenwell (EC1N) is £2,714 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Clerkenwell?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Clerkenwell (EC1A), Clerkenwell (EC1M), St Pauls (EC4A). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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