Postcode Analysis Waltham Forest, London

CHINGFORD ROAD, E17 5AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHINGFORD ROAD, E17 5AL.

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Population

405

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 54,100 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: E17 5AL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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Area Character

E17 5AL has a highly multicultural community character — 68% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

E17 5AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Chingford Road, 0.3km from Chapel End in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within Chapel End ward and the Walthamstow constituency.

For families considering a move, E17 5AL represents a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 68% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waltham Forest.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for E17 5AL are sourced from Output Area E00021841 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E17 5AL. The average age is 32.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British32.5%
Asian / British Asian31.8%
Black / African / Caribbean20.4%
Other / Mixed15.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

E17 5AL has low crime rates — 46 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences82
Anti-social behaviour79
Vehicle crime45
Drugs30
Criminal damage and arson24

school Local Schools

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Chapel End Junior Academy

Good289 pupils0.1 km
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Chapel End Infant School and Early Years Centre

Good324 pupils0.1 km
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South Chingford Foundation School

Good506 pupils0.6 km
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Walthamstow Primary Academy

Good187 pupils0.7 km
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Walthamstow Academy

Good1096 pupils0.7 km
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The Winns Primary School

Good610 pupils0.8 km
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Roger Ascham Primary School

Good440 pupils0.8 km
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Frederick Bremer School

Good880 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

37 nearby
  • Role2play0.8 km
  • Baggio Burger Restaurant0.9 km
  • Darlings0.8 km
  • Enjoy Cafe0.9 km
  • Ranna Indian Takeaway1.0 km
  • + 32 more
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Retailers - Other

36 nearby
  • Best Supermarket0.6 km
  • Aytun Mini Market0.9 km
  • Best @ Less Store1.0 km
  • MacGregor's Chemist0.9 km
  • Metro Express1.0 km
  • + 31 more
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Takeaway Shop

19 nearby
  • Original Chicken Express0.6 km
  • Eat Tabaq Chicken & Pizza1.0 km
  • Five Star Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Better Coffee Corner0.6 km
  • Sushi Gourmet0.8 km
  • + 14 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Bell0.9 km
  • Dog & Duck Public House/Sourdough Saloon0.0 km
  • The Bar/Cafe0.4 km
  • The William Morris Bar0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express London Chingford0.8 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Morrison's Supermarket0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Tesco0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wood Street1.5 km
  • Highams Park1.6 km
  • Walthamstow1.7 km