Westminster sits at the heart of London and plays a defining role in the life of the UK. It is the centre of national government, home to Parliament and many of the country’s most recognisable institutions, alongside a diverse network of communities and neighbourhoods.
Around 211,000 people live in Westminster, within a compact borough of just over 21 square kilometres, making it one of the most densely populated areas in the country. It is also one of the most international places in the UK, with communities drawn from across the world and a rich mix of cultures and perspectives.
The borough supports a significant and complex economy. There are more than 50,000 businesses and hundreds of thousands of jobs located in Westminster, contributing tens of billions of pounds to the UK economy each year. Its economy spans global headquarters, world-leading cultural institutions, retail and hospitality, alongside vital public services.
Westminster is also home to some of the UK’s most important landmarks and public spaces, including Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square and much of the West End.
This combination of global significance, economic scale and local diversity creates a unique operating environment. Westminster is a place where national priorities, international attention and local needs meet every day.
