Postcode Analysis Waltham Forest, London

SKELTONS LANE, E10 5BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SKELTONS LANE, E10 5BT.

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Population

443

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 59,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

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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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

E10 5BT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 56% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (34) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 14.2% year-on-year.

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

E10 5BT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Skeltons Lane, 0.9km from Forest in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within Leyton ward and the Leyton and Wanstead constituency.

For renters and young professionals, E10 5BT offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 40% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waltham Forest.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £395k, up 14.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for E10 5BT are sourced from Output Area E00022280 (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 E10 5BT. The average age is 33.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British34.3%
Asian / British Asian39.3%
Black / African / Caribbean13.9%
Other / Mixed12.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 492,750

4 sales · Mean £ 506,375

Flat

£ 222,000

5 sales · Mean £ 218,600

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

Crime around E10 5BT is moderate at 72 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 offences258
Anti-social behaviour197
Other theft124
Drugs75
Vehicle crime74

school Local Schools

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George Mitchell School

Good991 pupils0.4 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Junior School

Good151 pupils0.5 km
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Belmont Park School

Good29 pupils0.6 km
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Dawlish Primary School

Good173 pupils0.6 km
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Norlington School and 6th Form

Good761 pupils0.7 km
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Barclay Primary School

Outstanding1321 pupils0.8 km
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Riverley Primary School

Outstanding442 pupils0.8 km
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Gwyn Jones Primary School

Good445 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

105 nearby
  • Bercey Food & Wine0.9 km
  • Deren Supermarket0.8 km
  • Francis Road Supermarket0.9 km
  • 7 in One Wine0.8 km
  • Aslan & Son's Food Store0.7 km
  • + 100 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

92 nearby
  • Jaycan0.9 km
  • Masala India0.7 km
  • Relax Bar Cafe0.3 km
  • Fireaway Pizza Leyton/Flame Inn1.0 km
  • Strange Brew0.8 km
  • + 87 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

40 nearby
  • Southern Fried Chicken0.7 km
  • YouMe Boba0.5 km
  • Dixy Chicken/The Naga Stop/Brunch Stop0.5 km
  • Foodiez/China Golden Gate/Double Pizza0.8 km
  • Chestersway Chicken & Pizza0.3 km
  • + 35 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The 800 Club0.9 km
  • King William IV0.4 km
  • Leyton Snooker Club0.4 km
  • Gravity Well Taproom Limited0.2 km
  • The Spark House0.5 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco at Esso Filling Station0.9 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Iceland0.4 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Ibis Styles London0.4 km
  • Lion & Key Hotel (Cafe Bar & Grill)0.8 km
  • Ibis Styles London Walthamstow0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leyton Midland Road0.3 km
  • Lea Bridge0.6 km
  • Leyton1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Leyton Midland Road Rail Station0.2 km