E16 1BD is a mixed residential area on Western Gateway, 0.3km from Victoria Docks in Newham. Administratively it sits within Royal Victoria ward and the West Ham constituency.
For renters and young professionals, E16 1BD offers a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 53% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newham. Employment levels are high (65% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £412k, down 28.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for E16 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00175016 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTERN GATEWAY, E16 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTERN GATEWAY, E16 1BD.
157
39
£ 59,600 /yr
71%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E16 1BD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
E16 1BD has a highly multicultural community character — 53% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 39 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community. Property prices are trending down 28.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E16 1BD. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 452,500
12 sales · Mean £ 452,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E16 1BD is moderate at 67 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Britannia Village Primary School
St Joachim's Catholic Primary School
Oasis Academy Silvertown
Hallsville Primary School
Royal Docks Academy
Edith Kerrison Nursery School
Rosetta Primary School
Royal Wharf Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Ajimart0.8 km
- Bagel Factory0.2 km
- Prince Newsagents0.8 km
- VIN Food And Wine0.8 km
- Kwik Save1.0 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
44 nearby- Peacock Gymnasium0.8 km
- 8 Slices Pizzeria0.2 km
- Al Masar/Bonnane Pizza0.2 km
- Costa Coffee (West)0.2 km
- E16 Bakery, Cafe & Lounge0.2 km
- + 39 more
Takeaway Shop
36 nearby- Sushi Katana1.0 km
- House Of Indo-Chinese0.9 km
- Eastenders Kebab0.8 km
- Loucas Fish Bar0.8 km
- Raj GateTandoori / Royal Dock Tandoori0.8 km
- + 31 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Prince Regent Hotel0.8 km
- Foggs At Ibis0.1 km
- Aloft Hotel London Excel0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsburys - Unit G1.0 km
- Tesco0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Streeties P H1.0 km
- LA Lounge0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Surrey Quays2.4 km
- Charlton2.4 km
- West Ham2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Custom House (for ExCel) DLR Station0.2 km
- Custom House (for ExCel) DLR Station0.2 km
- Custom House Rail Station0.3 km
- Royal Victoria DLR Station0.4 km
- Royal Victoria DLR Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: E161BD · Data under Open Government Licence