E17 3AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hoe Street, 0.4km from Tower Hamlet in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within Hoe Street ward and the Walthamstow constituency.
For renters and young professionals, E17 3AP offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 72% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waltham Forest. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 108 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for E17 3AP are sourced from Output Area E00022189 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOE STREET, E17 3AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOE STREET, E17 3AP.
575
30
£ 56,000 /yr
62%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E17 3AP 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
E17 3AP is a high-turnover rental hub — with 72% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 30).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E17 3AP. The average age is 30.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E17 3AP is above average at 108 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Church Hill Nursery School
Walthamstow School for Girls
Emmanuel Community School
Edinburgh Primary School
Greenleaf Primary School
South Grove Primary School
Mission Grove Primary School
Henry Maynard Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
147 nearby- Hucks0.8 km
- Smoojies0.3 km
- Thainese Restaurant0.6 km
- Arte E Pasta0.8 km
- Lotus Bloom Cafe0.9 km
- + 142 more
Retailers - Other
125 nearby- Arfan Supermarket0.9 km
- Shernhall Street Market0.9 km
- Acasa Magazin Romanesc0.3 km
- Arbat0.3 km
- Britannia Pharmacy0.5 km
- + 120 more
Takeaway Shop
62 nearby- Wraps&Wings/Eggsquisite/Wicked0.9 km
- Coffee Station0.2 km
- Phoenix Peri Peri0.5 km
- Quattro Stagioni0.8 km
- Subway0.1 km
- + 57 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Frankies0.2 km
- Rose & Crown Public House0.4 km
- The Bell0.7 km
- Wild Card Brewery0.7 km
- Orford House Social Club & Institute Ltd0.3 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Asda Supermarket0.3 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Farmfoods0.9 km
- Lidl0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Walthamstow Central0.1 km
- Walthamstow0.2 km
- Walthamstow Queens Road0.5 km
Bus Stops
- Walthamstow Central Underground Station0.1 km
- Walthamstow Central Underground Station0.1 km
- Walthamstow Central Rail Station0.1 km
- Walthamstow Queens Road Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: E173AP · Data under Open Government Licence