Postcode Analysis Waltham Forest, London

BRETTENHAM AVENUE, E17 5DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRETTENHAM AVENUE, E17 5DG.

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Population

400

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 58,200 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: E17 5DG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. E17 5DG's low deprivation rank, 68% ownership, and £645k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £645k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 42.0% year-on-year.

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

E17 5DG is a safe, established residential area on Brettenham Avenue, 0.4km from Chapel End in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within Chapel End ward and the Walthamstow constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £645k, up 42.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for E17 5DG are sourced from Output Area E00021858 (shared with 6 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 5DG. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British70.2%
Asian / British Asian8.8%
Black / African / Caribbean13.5%
Other / Mixed7.5%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 628,000

5 sales · Mean £ 604,700

Flat

£ 602,500

1 sales · Mean £ 602,500

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

E17 5DG has low crime rates — 41 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 offences94
Anti-social behaviour91
Vehicle crime36
Other theft23
Burglary22

school Local Schools

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Walthamstow Academy

Good1096 pupils0.4 km
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Walthamstow Primary Academy

Good187 pupils0.4 km
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Chapel End Junior Academy

Good289 pupils0.4 km
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The Winns Primary School

Good610 pupils0.4 km
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Roger Ascham Primary School

Good440 pupils0.5 km
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Chapel End Infant School and Early Years Centre

Good324 pupils0.5 km
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South Chingford Foundation School

Good506 pupils0.8 km
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Lime Academy Hornbeam

Good276 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

35 nearby
  • Fulbourne News0.9 km
  • Aytun Mini Market0.9 km
  • Best @ Less Store0.9 km
  • Clapton Craft0.9 km
  • Lightning Food and Wine0.9 km
  • + 30 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Bar/Cafe0.8 km
  • The Bell0.9 km
  • Dog & Duck Public House/Sourdough Saloon0.4 km
  • Walthamstow Trade Hall & Institute1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

34 nearby
  • Cafe on 41.0 km
  • Kathy's Cafe at Peter May Sports Centre0.8 km
  • Ruttle & Rowe Coffee Co1.0 km
  • The Galley0.9 km
  • Wadham Cafe0.9 km
  • + 29 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Eat Tabaq Chicken & Pizza0.9 km
  • Better Coffee Corner0.6 km
  • Sushi Gourmet0.7 km
  • Five Star Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Tacozone Walthamstow/Osaka Walthamstow1.0 km
  • + 12 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express London Chingford0.7 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Morrison's Supermarket1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Tesco0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walthamstow1.5 km
  • Walthamstow Central1.6 km
  • Wood Street1.7 km