E3 2DH is a mixed residential area on Hadrian Close, 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 2DH 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. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for E3 2DH are sourced from Output Area E00167185 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HADRIAN CLOSE, E3 2DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HADRIAN CLOSE, E3 2DH.
475
36
£ 61,300 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E3 2DH 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
Social renting makes up 42% of tenure in E3 2DH — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. 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 2DH. 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
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)
Crime around E3 2DH is moderate at 71 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
Phoenix School
Olga Primary School
Malmesbury Primary School
Chisenhale Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
63 nearby- Your Local Food & Wine0.7 km
- Sky Local1.0 km
- Bow Food and Wines0.9 km
- Bow Groceries Ltd0.8 km
- Heylyn Square Newsagents0.8 km
- + 58 more
Restaurant, Cafe
79 nearby- KraPow!0.9 km
- Zings Place1.0 km
- Ethical Bean Company0.4 km
- Plur Pizza0.9 km
- The Yard0.9 km
- + 74 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Dessert Ice Cream Club - Kiosk 20.9 km
- Gorillas0.9 km
- Run The Box0.8 km
- FiveStar Catering - Taverna In The Park0.9 km
- Kyr Kitchen0.8 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Lanterna0.6 km
- Hurk Ltd, HWK Ltd0.9 km
- The Italian Job0.5 km
- The Bow Bells0.9 km
- The Little Driver0.8 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-operative0.8 km
- Iceland0.4 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Tesco0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- City View Hotel Restaurant0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hackney Wick0.9 km
- Stratford International1.5 km
- Homerton1.6 km
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Postcode Profile: E32DH · Data under Open Government Licence