State of the Borough: Inclusive Local Economy
Our local economy should be strong, sustainable and inclusive - everyone should have a secure livelihood and live a prosperous life.
The report focuses on the outcomes that are important for living a good life in Camden, based on the Good Life Camden (GLC) framework. This identifies the things that are important and how to measure them.
Find key facts and figures, as well as the full chapter report.
Access to learning opportunities
- In 2024, two-thirds of Camden's working age residents had level 4+ qualifications
- In 2024/25, 5,310 people over 25 participated in further education
Businesses and jobs
- Camden has one of the largest shares of big businesses (over 250 employees) and small businesses in London
- There were 442,000 jobs in 2023, reflecting a job density of 2.71 jobs per working age person
- Around 3 in 4 people are in employment in 2024/45, fewer than in London and England. Unemployment is almost 5%, close to the London average but higher than England
Fair pay in Camden
- In 2025, the median equivalised household income (meaning income accounting for the size and composition of the household) was £52,048, almost 5% higher than the previous year
- In 2025, 18% of households had an annual equivalised income below £30,000
- In 2024, 8.5% of employees were earning below the London Living Wage (then £13.85)
