E16 2TZ is a mixed residential area on Knights Road, 0.6km from Victoria Docks in Newham. Administratively it sits within Royal Victoria ward and the East Ham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, E16 2TZ is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 34 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 73% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £253k.
Census 2021 statistics for E16 2TZ are sourced from Output Area E00182093 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KNIGHTS ROAD, E16 2TZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNIGHTS ROAD, E16 2TZ.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E16 2TZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
E16 2TZ has a significant social housing presence — 73% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 34-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E16 2TZ. The average age is 33.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 157,500
3 sales · Mean £ 220,091
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E16 2TZ is moderate at 77 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Oasis Academy Silvertown
Britannia Village Primary School
Royal Wharf Primary School
St Joachim's Catholic Primary School
Royal Docks Academy
Hallsville Primary School
Millennium Primary School
St Luke's Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Bagel Factory0.7 km
- Naeems Minimart Ltd0.9 km
- Eastside Kitchen Ltd0.1 km
- BP Silvertown Service Station0.2 km
- Martees0.7 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
42 nearby- 8 Slices Pizzeria0.6 km
- Al Masar/Bonnane Pizza0.6 km
- Costa Coffee (West)0.7 km
- E16 Bakery, Cafe & Lounge0.7 km
- E16 Coffee0.7 km
- + 37 more
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Royal Wharf Fish & Chips0.5 km
- Burgers N That Limited0.5 km
- Cake And Custard Factory (Canning Town)0.1 km
- Golden Sands Chinese Food0.9 km
- Indian Bliss Biriyani0.5 km
- + 22 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- LA Lounge0.5 km
- The Windjammer0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
- Sainsburys - Unit G0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Foggs At Ibis0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Charlton1.8 km
- Surrey Quays2.0 km
- Westcombe Park2.0 km
Bus Stops
- West Silvertown DLR Station0.1 km
- West Silvertown DLR Station0.1 km
- West Silvertown DLR Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: E162TZ · Data under Open Government Licence