EC1M covers Clerkenwell and St John's, areas experiencing active gentrification marked by ongoing commercial and residential development. Over the past five years, residential prices declined at a compound annual rate of 0.8%, whilst rental growth expanded at 6.1% annually, indicating a rental-led market dynamic. Population growth remained minimal at 0.1% over the same period. The postcode's trajectory score of 45.9 out of 100 places it in the average range nationally, ranking at the 26th percentile. The divergence between negative capital growth and positive rental returns reflects the area's transition, with investors observing rental yield opportunities despite flat price appreciation.
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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 1.4 points this month to 45/100, driven mainly by safety.
11 planning applications submitted in EC1M over the last six months, 1 change of use.
- Change of use from live/work unit to residential onlyMar 2026 · pending
- Application for the Approval of Details pursuant to the partial discharge of ConApr 2026 · pending
- Notification of Prior Approval for the change of use of basement, ground, firstMar 2026 · pending
Clerkenwell (EC1M) common questions
Is Clerkenwell up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Clerkenwell (EC1M) as Active. Its trajectory score is 45/100 (Average), in the top 79% of districts nationally. The score is up 0.2 points over the last 12 months.
Is Clerkenwell safe?
Clerkenwell has a safety score of 55/100 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 (EC1M) 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 (EC1M) is £2,714 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Clerkenwell?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Clerkenwell (EC1A), Clerkenwell (EC1N), Clerkenwell (EC1R), Moorgate (EC2Y). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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