West End Ward Profile

May 2014

For further information about the Ward Profiles please contact the Intelligence and Analysis Team, Strategy and Communications Sian Melhuish: 020 7641 2160 [email protected] (Main contact) Damian Highwood: 020 7641 3283 [email protected] (Intelligence and Analysis Manager)

Index 1. Ward Information

Ward Councillors 1. Ward Information 2. Ward Map Jonathan Glanz Conservative 3. Summary Chart Glenys Roberts Conservative 4. Population Paul Church Conservative

5. Ethnicity/Nationality 6. Deprivation The world-famous West End is known as the Theatre District 7. Unemployment and is home to many of the leading performing arts 8. Employment and Qualifications 9. Schools and Education businesses. Mayfair (to the west of the ward) has London's

10. Housing largest concentration of luxury hotels and many restaurants. 11. Household Composition Rents are among the highest in London and the world. Soho 12. Crime, Disorder and Community Cohesion 13. Health and Wellbeing and its adjoining areas house a concentration of media and 14. Infrastructure, Service Usage and Satisfaction creative companies, whilst Oxford Street is one of the leading

15. Vulnerable Adults and Children shopping destinations in the world. 16. Transport, Travel and Visitors 17. Sources Based on the latest population figures the ward has 11,130

residents making up 5.0% of the total Westminster population.

2. Ward Map

3. Summary Chart

Ward Ward WCC Range WCC Range Indicator Number Value WCC Avg From To Population 1 Population Size 11,130 11,193 8,437 13,247 2 % Households in at least 1 dimension of deprivation 3,492 59% 61% 82% 39% Income and Deprivation 3 Average Household Income £42,544 £38,567 £25,355 £46,969 4 % Lone Parents Not in Employment 75 53% 58% 68% 44% 5 % Worklessness (working age) 635 8% 9% 20% 1% Unemployment 6 % Job Seekers Allowance Claimants 140 2% 2% 5% 0.1% 7 % Incapacity Claimants 320 6% 6% 12% 0.3% 8 Average Property Price £1,356,695 £1,013,579 £512,342 £2,853,307 9 % of Social Renters 1,386 23% 26% 56% 4% 10 % Long-Term Vacant Dwellings 206 3% 2% 7% 1% Housing 11 % Second Homes Located in the Area 804 14% 6% 0% 18% 12 % Living Alone 3,275 56% 45% 56% 33% 13 % of Over Crowded Households 525 9% 12% 22% 5% 14 % Households with Dependent Children 553 9% 19% 32% 9% Education 15 % Students with 5+ GCSEs A*-C in Eng & Maths 63% 68% 50% 93% 16 % in Bad Health 473 4% 6% 11% 2% 17 Male Life Expectancy (age) 84 82 74 96 Health 18 Female Life Expectancy (age) 86 86 77 97 19 Male Premature Mortality Ratio 87 87 162 32 20 Female Premature Mortality Ratio 70 78 160 42 21 % Feeling Safe in the Area in Which They Live 97% 97% 87% 100% 22 % Feel People from Different Backgrounds Get on Well 75% 85% 61% 95% Safety and Satisfaction 23 % Satisfied with the Area as a Place to Live 97% 94% 85% 100% 24 All Crime per 100 Residents 15,863 150 24 150 5

4. Population

In April 2012, the population in West End ward reached 11,130 people. Proportion of Population by Five Year Age Groups and Gender, This accounts for 5.0% of the total Westminster population and is lower MYE ONS, 2012 than other wards.

The West End population has increased by 5% since March 2011. Westminster (M) West End Westminster (F) West End Westminster saw an increase of 2%. 90 and over

Compared to the Westminster average, West End has: 85 ‒ 89 o a lower proportion of people aged over 65 (11%) 80 ‒ 84

o a much higher proportion of working age adults (81%) 75 ‒ 79 70 ‒ 74 o a much lower proportion of under 16s (8%) 65 ‒ 69 Males Females The majority of residents have lived in this ward between 3-10 years 60 ‒ 64 which is higher than the Westminster average. 55 ‒ 59 50 ‒ 54 45 ‒ 49 40 ‒ 44 35 ‒ 39

30 ‒ 34 25 ‒ 29 20 ‒ 24 15 ‒ 19 10 ‒ 14 5 ‒ 9 0 ‒ 4 Length of Time Living in the Borough, City Survey 2013 10% 8% 6% 4% 2% 0% 2% 4% 6% 8%

0% 8% Less than 3 months Number of People per Age Group

24% 9% 3-12 months 5,000 2011 2012 4,017

1 to 2 years 4,000 3,829 2,829

2,659

11% 3 to 5 years 3,000 1,612 1% 2,000 1,505

6 to 10 years 1,054

1,034

518

500

392

341 309

1,000 308

201

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120 91 11 to 15 years 76

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5. Ethnicity/Nationality

West End is not as ethnically diverse compared to the City as a whole. The ward is ranked in the top 3.9% of England according to its Simpson Diversity Detailed Ethnic Breakdown West End Westminster Index Score (ONS 2012). Count % of ward % of WCC The main ethnic group in West End is White: British which makes up 37% of White: British 3,930 37% 35% the ward population. This is higher than the Westminster average of 35%. White: Other Western European 811 8% 7% 32% of West End residents are from non-white ethnic groups. Other: Arab 538 5% 7%

The majority of residents were born outside of the UK (57%). Asian: Chinese 473 5% 3% The 3 main places outside of the UK where residents were born are: Asian: Indian 422 4% 3% o EU countries (17%) White: European Mixed 303 3% 3% o North America (6%) Black: African 267 3% 4% o Middle East (5%) White: North American 262 3% 2%

Other than English (which is spoken by 77% of the ward population), the White: Italian 249 2% 2% other main languages are: White: Irish 228 2% 2% o French White: Commonwealth of (Russian) Ind. States 179 2% 1% o Italian Mixed: White and Asian 166 2% 2% o Spanish Asian: Bangladeshi 165 2% 3%

o Arabic White: Australian/New Zealander 157 2% 1% o Portuguese Asian: Filipino 123 1% 1% White: Greek 103 1% 1% White: Other Eastern European 86 1% 1% 9.0 Black: Caribbean 85 1% 2% 8.0 7.0 Source: 2011 Census 6.0 5.0 4.0

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St James's St

Hyde ParkHyde

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Tachbrook

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Marylebone

Little VeniceLittle

Westbourne

Harrow Road

Queen'sPark

Regent's ParkRegent's

ChurchStreet

Knightsbridge Bryanston and

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6. Deprivation

The 2011 Census collected information to classify households by four dimensions of deprivation; Employment, Education, Health and disability, Deprivation Dimensions: Census 2011 and Household overcrowding.

In West End 41% of households are not deprived in any dimension. 1% The Index of Multiple Deprivation (2010) places 100% of the ward outside West End 41% 38% 15% 5% of the top 25% most deprived areas in England. The Income Deprivation Affecting Children Index (2010) shows that, on average, 11% of children live in income deprived households. Westminster 39% 35% 17% 7% 2% Another measure of deprivation is the proportion of children who are eligible for free school meals. In 2013, in West End, 22% of children going to Westminster schools were eligible to receive free meals. 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%

A measure of deprivation in older people is those claiming pension Not Deprived in Any Dimension Deprived in 1 Dimension credits. Of the residents aged 60 or over, 16% were claiming pension Deprived in 2 Dimensions Deprived in 3 Dimensions credits in August 2013. Deprived in 4 Dimensions In 2014, 34% of households in West End earned more than £55,000 a year.

Household Income: CACI Paycheck, 2014

Proportion of Pupils Receiving Free School Meals West End 15% 24% 27% 34%

West End Westminster

50% 40% Westminster 19% 25% 27% 34% 30% 20% 10% 0% 25% 50% 75% 100% 0% Under £20K £20-£35K £35-£55k £55k+ 2011 2012 2013

7. Unemployment

August 2013 Worklessness In August 2013, the workless rate in West End ward was 7.9% (635 people) which is lower than the Westminster average of 8.6%. West End Westminster London England

There were 320 claimants of Employment Support Allowance/Incapacity Benefit Count Rate Count Rate Rate Rate (ESA/IB) within the ward. The ESA/IB claimant rate is 5.6%, which is similar to Jobseeker's 140 1.7 3,950 2.0 3.4 3.1 the Westminster average of 5.5%. allowance The area has a lower proportion of its workless population who are lone parents ESA and IB 320 5.6 7,605 5.5 5.5 5.8 (0.3% of the working age population) compared to the rest of Westminster. Lone parents 25 0.3 1,560 0.8 1.4 1.3 In August 2013, the Job Seekers Allowance (JSA) claimant rate in West End was Other 150 0.3 3,440 0.3 0.3 0.4 1.7%. This is lower than the city rate of 2%. Out-of-Work 635 7.9 16,555 8.6 10.6 10.6 The number of JSA claimants has decreased by -7% from the previous year from Benefits 150 claimants in August 2012 to 140 in August 2013. Sources: NOMIS and DWP

Job Seekers Allowance, Source: ONS Type of Benefit Claimed, August 2013

Claimant Count Claimant Rate 450 6% JSA 400 4% 3% 5% 19% 350 3% 300 4% ESA & IB 250 3% 200 150 2% 100 Lone Parents Claimant count Claimant 1% 50 Claimant rate (%)

0 0%

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West End West

St James's St

Hyde ParkHyde

Bayswater Tachbrook

Vale Maida

AbbeyRoad Marylebone

Little VeniceLittle 62% benefits

Westbourne

Harrow Road

Queen'sPark

Regent's ParkRegent's

ChurchStreet

Knightsbridge

Bryanston and

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8. Employment and Qualifications

At the time of the 2011 Census, 73% of West End residents were Proportion of working age population who are Economically Active and Inactive, Census 2011 economically active, which was higher than the Westminster average of 50% 43%42% 69% and higher than the London rate of 72%. 40% West End Westminster 30% Of the economically active residents, the majority were employed full- 17% 20% 13% time. 7% 7% 9%10% 10% 6% 4% 5% 3% 3% 5% 4% 5% 4% 5% 4% 4% Of the economically inactive residents, the majority were students 0%

(including full-time Students).

time

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The majority of West End residents who are in employment are likely to Other

Retired

Student Students

Full Part

work full-time doing 31 to 48 hours a week. Employed

Unemployed Self Those living in this area are more likely to be highly qualified (degree or termLong sick above). Lookingafter home Economically active Economically inactive

Top 5 Occupations Professional Occupations Highest Level of Qualification, Census 2011 60% 55% Managers, Directors & Senior Officials 50% West End Westminster Associate Professional & Technical Occupations 50% Administrative & Secretarial Occupations 40% 30% Elementary Occupations Source: Census 2011 20% 13% 13%13% 10% 8% 10% 9% 10% 5% 7% 7% 1% 1%

0% -

Top 5 Industries - C, 1+C,

Financial & Insurance Activities -

Professional, Scientific & Technical Activities

levels, NVQ NVQ levels,

- Levels,AS4+

Wholesale & Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles/Cycles -

No QualificationsNo equivalent

Information & Communication equivalent

Trade ApprenticeshipTrade

relatedqualifications

5, or equivalent5,

levels/AS

Othervocational/work

Level 1:GCSEs 1+(any

Level 2, orLevel equivalent2,

grades), NVQ Level1, or Levels, NVQ Levels,NVQ Levelor 3 Human Health & Social Work Activities A

Level GCSE 5+2:A* 8

Levelplus:4 First degree, LevelA 2+3: Source: Census 2011 Degree,HigherNVQ Level 4 9. Schools and Education

In 2012, the majority of primary school pupils in this ward were either educated privately or educated outside of the Tri-borough. The same goes for the ward's secondary school pupils. West End The main Tri-borough primary school attended by West End residents was Soho Parish Main Primary Schools 2012 CofE, and the main secondary school was St Marylebone. Primary pupils

During a child’s early years at school a measure of their personal, social and emotional Soho Parish CofE 60 St George's (Hanover Sq) 40 development as well as communication, language and literacy skills is scored. For West End residents attending a Westminster school, the average score was higher All Souls CE Primary 38 than the Westminster average in 2012. St Vincent's Primary 20 St Edward`s RC 3 85% of resident pupils attending Westminster primary schools achieved at least level 4 Holy Trinity CofE 2 in their Key stage 2 for both English and Maths in 2012. St Peter`s Eaton Square 2 Fewer than ten pupils in this ward attending Westminster schools took their GCSE Source: WCC Children and Young People exams in 2012, therefore, the proportion achieving at least 5 GCSE grades A* to C is

not reliable.

Qualification Level Achieved Location of Schools Attended West End Westminster 0 95% 0% Attends Westminster 100% 87% 81% 85% 85% 85%81% Primary 5 school 69% 3% 75% 65% 63% 63 31% Attends other Tri-borough 181 school 50% 46% 209 53% Attends school outside of 25% 125 Secondary 8 62% 4% Tri-borough or privately educated 0% Attends special needs 78+ Early years Level 4+ Key Level 4+ Key Level 4+ KS2 5 GCSE A*-C 2 inc. 6+ PSED & stage 2 English stage 2 Maths Both Maths & inc. Maths & 1% school or alternative CLL English English provision

10. Housing

West End ward contains 5,900 residential properties. This is 5.6% of Westminster’s total housing stock. West End Westminster London England Residents of West End are more likely to rent privately rather than own their 2011 Census: Tenure property or live in the social rented sector. Count % % % % City West Homes manage 328 units in the ward. Under half (31%) of Owned: Outright 857 15 18 21 31 residents living in their properties are lessees. The largest CWH housing area Owned: With a mortgage 540 9 13 27 33 in the ward is William Blake House. Shared ownership 22 0 1 1 1

The 2011 census recorded 2,777 (47%) privately rented households in West Social rented: From Council 370 6 12 13 9 End. Social rented: Other 1,016 17 14 11 8 Private rented: Landlord or In February 2014, both 1 and 2 bed household rents were more expensive 2,639 45 38 24 15 letting agency than the Westminster average. The median average rent for a 1 bed Private rented: Other 138 2 2 1 1 household was £525 per week and a 2 bed household was £875. Living rent free 318 5 3 1 1 In February 2014, the average property price in West End was greater than Total 5,900 100 100 100 100 the Westminster average. It increased from the previous year and is Source: 2011 Census, ONS currently worth £1,356,695.

During 2011, there were fewer than 8 mortgage repossession claims leading to orders, and approximately 35 landlord repossessions in the ward. Average Property Price, Hometrack

In March 2014, Council Tax records show that 3% of properties in West End West End Westminster were long term empty or vacant. £1,600,000 Council Tax also shows that there were more people who owned second £1,400,000 homes located in this ward compared to other wards in Westminster. 804 properties were recorded as a second home, 14% of all households in the £1,200,000 area. £1,000,000 2,431 people whose main home is located in the ward have a second address £800,000 elsewhere in the UK or abroad. £600,000 Based on the 2011 census, the ward has 58 communal establishments with 484 people living in them. £400,000 o Medical and care establishments: 1 £200,000

o Hotel, Guest House, B&B, Youth Hostel: 20 £0 o Hostel or temporary shelter for the Homeless: 3 February 2010 February 2011 February 2012 February 2013 February 2014 o All other establishments: 34

11. Household Composition

In West End the most common household size is one person per household. Despite having a large proportion of single households, there are a number of Number of People in Household, Census 2011 families living in West End. No Dependent Children in Family 5900 of the 3,500 3,275

households in this ward live as families. 3,000 9% of households have dependent children 2,500 5% of households have lone parents 2,000 1,725 28% of households are living as a couple (married, civil partnership or 1,500 cohabiting) 1,000 15% of households have the household reference person in the Census as aged 478 259

Number of households 500 65 years and older 110 40 7 6 0 The occupancy rate suggests that:

o 53% have the just the right number of bedrooms for their composition

plus

3 People3 People4 People5 People6 People7 People8 2 People2 o 38% of households are under occupying their property Person1

o 9% of households are over-crowded Over-crowding here seems to be less of a problem compared to the rest of Westminster, where the over occupancy rate is 12%.

2011 Census: Households West End Westminster with dependent children Count % % No dependent children 5347 91% 81% West End Westminster 1 dependent child 312 5% 9% 2011 Census: Household Living Arrangements 2 dependent children 159 3% 6% Count % % 3 plus dependent children 82 1% 4% One person aged under 65 2676 45% 35% Source: 2011 Census Two adults aged 16 to 64 and no children 1382 23% 22% One person aged 65 and over 599 10% 10% West End Number of children Three or more adults and no children 450 8% 10% Two adults with at least one aged 65+ and no children 272 5% 6% Age of youngest dependent Two adults and one or two children 268 5% 8% child 1 2 3 or more Three or more adults and one or more children 102 2% 3% Age 0-4 147 76 48 No adults or one adult and one or more children 100 2% 4% Age 5-11 79 65 30 Two adults and three or more children 51 1% 2% Age12-18 86 18 4

12. Crime, Disorder and Community Cohesion

West End ward had 15,863 crimes reported in the past year which equates to 150.0 West End Westminster Annual Service Statistics crimes per 100 population. This is higher than the Westminster average of 24.1 crimes per 100 population and is higher than the London average of 0.0. These rates do not Count Rate Count Rate Ambulance attendances for necessarily indicate how likely ward residents are to become victims of crime. Higher 1,681 15.9 6,532 3.0 alcohol related incidents crime and ASB levels are expected in West End ward due to the area's tourist attractions, Fire service attendances for theatres, shops and restaurants. It has a vast number of visitors and a thriving night time 185 1.7 943 0.4 primary and secondary fires economy. All notifiable offences 15,863 150.0 52,915 24.1 Crime levels in the past year ending March 2014 have decreased by 18% compared to the Violence against the person 1,518 14.4 7,185 3.3 previous year in West End ward compared with a 13% decrease in Westminster overall. Criminal damage 350 3.3 2,095 1.0 The number of residential burglaries for this ward has decreased by 33% compared to the Robbery 712 6.7 2,288 1.0 previous year (78 compared to 116), this compares to the whole of Westminster where Burglary in a Dwelling* 78 1.3 1,530 1.4 burglaries decreased by 7%. Drug crime 838 7.9 3,874 1.8 According to the City Survey, 2013, residents of West End perceive the top ASB issues to Theft and Handling 11,311 107.0 32,168 14.7 be: Sources: Met Police published CRIS data, Ambulance and Fire data from SafeStats London o Rubbish/litter * Rate based per 100 households rather than 100 residents

o Homeless/begging o Drunk/rowdy people o Lack of respect All Recorded Crimes: Rolling year total number of o Noisy neighbours crimes for month ending Rolling year crime total Trend There were 1,681 London ambulance service attendances to alcohol related incidents in 25,000 West End in the past year, this equates to 25.7% of the Westminster total for this type of incident. 20,000 London Fire Service attendances to primary and secondary fires in the year ending March 15,000

2014 was 185, 19.6% of the Westminster total. 10,000 The City Survey found that 97% of respondents felt safe in the area they lived and if walking alone after dark this changed to 89%. 5,000

The City survey found that 75% of residents felt that the local area was a place where 0 people from different backgrounds get on well together. This is much lower than the City

average of 85%.

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13. Health and Wellbeing

The 2011 census showed that 4% of the ward population felt they were in bad or very bad health which is lower than the Westminster average of 6%. Life Expectancy from Birth The census also recorded 11% of the wards population as having a long-term limiting illness, lower than the Westminster average of 14%. Male Female

In August 2013, 340 people in West End claimed Disability Living Allowance (DLA) which represents approximately 95 3.1% of the ward population. 325 people claimed under the ‘care’ element of DLA and 300 people claimed for the ‘mobility’ element (people 90 can receive both elements). 86.3 Life expectancy from birth is estimated using probability of survival, mortality and population for each age group 85.9 85 83.9 between 2006 -2010. In this ward, life expectancy is higher than the Westminster average for males but for 82.3 females the life expectancy is lower; however confidence ranges vary depending on the frequency of instances. The premature mortality ratio is a comparison of observed deaths with the number of expected deaths in the 80

population aged under 75. In West End both male and female ratios were lower than the Westminster average. Age The GLA Well-being index (2012) is based on a number of measures including health, economic security, safety, 75 families, accessibility and community. West End is ranked 74 out of 625 London wards which means it records one of the best 25% of well being scores in London. 70 Approximately 79% of adults took part in one or more sessions of sport or active recreation per week which is not as good as the Westminster average (81%) (Sport England, 2008). 65

Proportion of the Ward in Good or Bad Health, Census 2011 60 West End Westminster average 1% 3% 9% Very Good Health Good Health Fair Health

Bad Health 31% 56% Very Bad Health

14. Infrastructure, Service Usage and Satisfaction

After taking into account new developments, changes of use and residential conversions, there was a net gain of 128 units in the ward during the year ending March 2012, this Land Use 2005, Source: DCLG Area of Domestic represents 15.0% of all Westminster housing completions. Buildings In West End, 4% of the area is open space (Source: Greenspace Information for Greater Area of Domestic London, GLA). Gardens 6% Area of Non Domestic 86% of homes have good access to nature; however, 15% of homes are deficient in access 0% 14% 3% Buildings to a local, small pocket park. 0%1% 2% Area of Road Based on the City Survey, 2013, it is estimated that 60% of the ward residents had used parks and open spaces in the area and they were less likely to use them compared to other Area of Rail wards. Of those who used them, 87% were satisfied with them which was a similar score as the Westminster average. 32% Area of Path By October 2012, approximately 9% of the wards population were active library members, Area of Greenspace however, the City Survey found that 45% of the ward used the libraries and 71% of them 42% were satisfied with the service. Area of Water The City Survey found there was good use of swimming and sports facilities with 26% using Area of Other Land Uses them in the past three months leading up to the survey. The satisfaction was also greater than other Westminster wards. 91% are satisfied with the way Westminster City Council is running the area and 97% are satisfied with the area as a place to live. 67% agreed that they could influence decisions affecting the local area and 59% wanted to be more involved in the decisions the Council makes. For the Local Elections in 2014, 30% of the ward turned out to vote which was lower than the Westminster rate of 32%. West End Service Usage and Satisfaction Residential Completions 150 128 % of users % satisfied Libraries 45% 71% 99 100 Swimming pools/sports facilities 26% 54% 63 Parks and open spaces 60% 87% 50 On street recycling/bins 53% 86% Door to door recycling 38% 57% 0 Refuse collection 100% 94% March 2010 March 2011 March 2012 Sources: Westminster City Survey 2013 14

15. Vulnerable Adults and Children

22% of resident primary and secondary school pupils attending a Westminster school have specialist educational needs. 19% are children on School Action (where they have additional Special Educational Needs West End Westminster support to meet their learning difficulties) or School Action Plus (external advice and support) and

4% have statements (a formal document detailing the child’s learning difficulties after a statutory Action/Action plus 19% 26% Statemented 4% 5% assessment). In November 2012, 3 families were assessed as having complex needs. Source: Schools and Children WCC The 2011 Census showed that there are 75 lone parents who are not in employment with dependent children.

There is a lower proportion of older people aged 65 plus living in this ward compared to other Westminster wards, they make up 11% of the wards population. Those aged 85 plus account for 1.1% of the wards population. 51% of older people aged 65 plus live alone. Older People Living Alone, 2011 Census In August 2012, there were 76 people being supported in the community with older people/physical disability services from Westminster Council. This is lower than the Westminster Older people living alone Older people not living alone average where the number supported is 120. 100%

Lone parents not in employment, 2011 Census 90%

Number in ward Proportion of all lone parents 80% 450 80% 578 400 70% 70% 14,352 350 60%

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16. Transport, Travel and Visitors

Based on modelled experimental statistics in August 2011, it is estimated that the day time population in West End reaches Method of Travel to Work: 2011 Census approximately 242,100 people (this includes working population, Work mainly at or from home residents at home in the day and visitors). This compares to the resident population of 11,130. by underground/metro/light rail/tram There are several tube stations located in and around West End 2% by train ward: Bond Street, Oxford Circus, Tottenham Court Road, 14% Piccadilly Circus, Green Park, Hyde Park Corner and Marble Arch. by bus, minibus or coach The annual entry and exits from the tube stations identified amounts to 232.4million, this represents 9.1% of all of London by taxi 36% Underground entries and exits. by motorcycle, scooter or

The Business Register and Employment Survey shows that in 23% moped 2012, there were 202,100 jobs in the area, this represents 31.5% by driving a car or van of all Westminster jobs.

The main method that West End residents use to travel to work is by being a passenger in a car or van on foot; 36% use this method of travel. 3% 3% by bicycle 1% 9% 6% 1%2% on foot

Other method of travel to work

17. Sources

Population Ethnicity/Nationality Mid Year Estimates, 2012 Detailed Ethnic Breakdown, Census 2011 Total Population and Population per Age Group, Census 2011 Simpsons Diversity Index Score, GLA: London Data Store 2011 Length of Time Living in the Borough, City Survey 2013 Country of Birth, Census 2011 Language Spoken, Census 2011 Deprivation Employment and Qualifications Households by Deprivation Dimensions, Census 2011 Economically Active and Inactive, Census 2011 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Department for Communities and Local Government 2010 Highest Level of Qualification, Census 2011 Free School Meals, Tri-Borough Children’s Services: Schools 2013 Hours Worked, Census 2011 Pension Credits, Department of Work and Pensions (DWP): Office for National Statistics 2013 Occupation Classification – Major Group, Census 2011 Household Income: CACI Limited: Paycheck data 2014 Industry Classification, Census 2011 Unemployment Schools and Education Out of Work Benefits by Type of Claimant, , DWP: Office for National Statistics 2013 Primary and Secondary Schools Attended, Tri-Borough Children’s Services: Schools 2012 Job Seekers Allowance, DWP: Office for National Statistics 2013 Qualification Level Achieved, Tri-Borough Children’s Services: Schools 2012 Housing Health and Wellbeing City West Homes Households and Lessees, City West Homes 2011 General Health, Census 2011 Residential Properties and Tenure, Census 2011 Long Term Health Problem or Disability, Census 2011 Average Property Price, Hometrack 2014 Disability Living Allowance, DWP 2013 Average Rents, Hometrack 2014 Life Expectancy from Birth, London Health Programmes: Health Needs Assessment Toolkit 2006 - 2010 Repossessions, Ministry of Justice 2011 Premature Mortality Ratio, London Health Programmes: Health Needs Assessment Toolkit 2006 - 2010 Second Homes located in Ward, WCC Strategic Finance: Council Tax 2014 Well-being Index, GLA 2010 Second Homes located outside Ward, Census 2011 Sport and Active Recreation, Sport England, 2008 Communal Establishments, Census 2011 Household Composition Crime, Disorder and Community Cohesion Household size, Census 2011 Ambulance Attendances, SafeStats London 2014 Households Composition, Census 2011 London Fire Brigade Attendances, SafeStats London 2014 Families with Dependent Children, Census 2011 Crime Data, Metropolitan Police Service 2014 Household Living Arrangements, Census 2011 Feelings of Safety, City Survey 2013 Occupancy Rating (Bedrooms), Census 2011 People Get On Well Together, City Survey 2013 Infrastructure, Service Usage and Satisfaction Vulnerable Adults and Children Residential Completions, WCC Built Environment: Planning 2012 Special Educational Needs, Tri-Borough Children’s Services: Schools 2012 Land Use, Department for Communities and Local Government from GLA London Data Store 2005 Troubled Families, Tri-Borough Children’s Services: Family Recovery 2012 Open Space, Nature and Parks, Greener Information for Greater London GLA London Data Store 2012 Older People Living Alone, Census 2011 Service Usage and Satisfaction, City Survey 2013 Lone Parents with Dependent Children, Census 2011 Active Library Users, Tri-Borough Libraries and Archives 2012 Households Composition, Census 2011 Council Involvement and Influencing Decisions, City Survey 2013 Older People/Physical Disabilities Supported in the Community, Tri-Borough Adult Social Care 2012 Electoral Turnout, London Elects from GLA London Data Store 2014 Transport, Travel and Visitors Experimental Day Time Population, WCC Strategic Finance: Intelligence and Analysis 2011 Underground Entry and Exits, Transport for London 2011 Area Employment, Business Register and Employment Survey from GLA London Data Store 2012 Method of Travel to Work, Census 2011