Postcode Analysis Waltham Forest, London

RAILWAY ARCHES, E7 0AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAILWAY ARCHES, E7 0AQ.

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Population

237

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 52,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

E7 0AQ has a highly multicultural community character — 54% 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

E7 0AQ is a safe, established residential area on Railway Arches, 0.7km from Forest Gate in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within Cann Hall ward and the Leyton and Wanstead constituency.

For families considering a move, E7 0AQ represents a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waltham Forest.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for E7 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00021772 (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 E7 0AQ. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British45.7%
Asian / British Asian16.2%
Black / African / Caribbean26.9%
Other / Mixed11.1%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

E7 0AQ has low crime rates — 43 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 offences125
Anti-social behaviour109
Vehicle crime53
Other theft29
Criminal damage and arson25

school Local Schools

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Buxton School

Good1199 pupils0.3 km
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Odessa Infant School

Good232 pupils0.6 km
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St James' CofE Junior School

Good212 pupils0.6 km
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Forest Gate Community School

Outstanding1273 pupils0.7 km
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Acacia Nursery

Good107 pupils0.7 km
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The Jenny Hammond Primary School

Good404 pupils0.8 km
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Woodgrange Infant School

Good372 pupils0.8 km
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Maryland Primary School

Good438 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

65 nearby
  • 7 Till 11 Uk Ltd0.6 km
  • Click Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Connie & Sons African Shop0.8 km
  • Giovannas Deli & Wine0.9 km
  • Karuri Newsagent1.0 km
  • + 60 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Fox & Hounds Public House0.7 km
  • The Wanstead Tap Ltd0.0 km
  • The Bell0.9 km
  • The Plough & Harrow0.9 km
  • The Holly Tree Public House0.1 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

44 nearby
  • Bagel Eats0.7 km
  • Belas Food Mart0.6 km
  • Connies Special Authentic Ghanaian0.7 km
  • Cups & Jars Limited0.7 km
  • Hummingbird Caribbean Restaurant0.7 km
  • + 39 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

35 nearby
  • Go Peri Peri0.6 km
  • Odessa Tandoori0.3 km
  • Pizza Klub Grill House0.9 km
  • Sweet Shop0.8 km
  • Tropical Tree Takeaway0.4 km
  • + 30 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Forest Tavern0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Tesco1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wanstead Park0.6 km
  • Forest Gate0.7 km
  • Leytonstone High Road1.2 km