E3 2BU is a mixed residential area located 0.6km from Bow in Tower Hamlets. Administratively it sits within Bow East ward and the Bethnal Green and Bow constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, E3 2BU is 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. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Tower Hamlets. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for E3 2BU are sourced from Output Area E00167185 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
E3 2BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for E3 2BU.
475
36
£ 61,300 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E3 2BU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
E3 2BU has a significant social housing presence — 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 36-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 E3 2BU. The average age is 36.2. 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 E3 2BU is above average at 90 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
Mulberry UTC
Old Ford Primary - A Paradigm Academy
Bobby Moore Academy
Central Foundation Girls' School
Olga Primary School
Phoenix School
Chisenhale Primary School
Malmesbury Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
61 nearby- Premier (Your Local Food & Wine)1.0 km
- Zaid News Ltd1.0 km
- City Supermarket0.7 km
- Coral Racing Ltd0.9 km
- Laxmi News0.7 km
- + 56 more
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Number 90 Ltd1.0 km
- Howling Hops0.8 km
- Lanterna0.6 km
- The Bow Bells0.9 km
- The Little Driver0.9 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
85 nearby- MEplace0.8 km
- That Green Life UK LTD0.9 km
- KraPow!0.8 km
- Pittagoras0.9 km
- Staff Cafe0.9 km
- + 80 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Tubby's Kebab1.0 km
- Burger And Chop0.9 km
- Oddworks0.8 km
- The Hogless Roast0.9 km
- Wicked Fish0.8 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Co-operative0.9 km
- Iceland0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- City View Hotel Restaurant0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hackney Wick0.9 km
- Stratford International1.4 km
- Homerton1.5 km
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Postcode Profile: E32BU · Data under Open Government Licence