E8 1BJ is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.2km from Hackney in Hackney. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Hackney Central ward and the Hackney South and Shoreditch constituency.
This 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. During the day, high status management and administration, especially public sector. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Hackney. Employment levels are high (57% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (144 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for E8 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00008770 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
E8 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for E8 1BJ.
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36
£ 58,700 /yr
70%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E8 1BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
E8 1BJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 37% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E8 1BJ. The average age is 36.5. 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 rates near E8 1BJ are high at 144 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
The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School
Mossbourne Parkside Academy
Morningside Primary School
Gayhurst Community School
St John and St James CofE Primary School
The Olive School Hackney
The City Academy, Hackney
Mossbourne Community Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
227 nearby- Brew by numbers - Netil Market0.9 km
- Mats fat subs0.9 km
- Pockets0.9 km
- Salvation Community Centre0.9 km
- St Mungos - Lansdowne Drive0.8 km
- + 222 more
Takeaway Shop
43 nearby- Diwine Grapes0.9 km
- Monty and Co0.9 km
- Pollo Feliz0.9 km
- Treats Club0.9 km
- Sylvie's Kitchen0.1 km
- + 38 more
Retailers - Other
107 nearby- Ash News0.2 km
- Carsil Chemist0.2 km
- Dammy African Store0.1 km
- Hackney Fresh0.2 km
- Man Ka Fook Ltd0.3 km
- + 102 more
Pub, NightClub
23 nearby- Every Cloud0.4 km
- Wolfies0.5 km
- The Victoria0.9 km
- Diddy's Bar1.0 km
- Helgi's0.7 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Tesco0.4 km
- Marks & Spencer0.3 km
- The Co-operative Food0.9 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Lidl Food Store0.6 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge London Hackney0.3 km
- Big Belly Chef0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hackney Central0.2 km
- Hackney Downs0.4 km
- London Fields0.5 km
Bus Stops
- Hackney Central Rail Station0.2 km
- Hackney Downs Rail Station0.4 km
- London Fields Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: E81BJ · Data under Open Government Licence