E11 1JZ is a safe, established residential area on Forest Drive West, 0.8km from Forest in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within Forest ward and the Leyton and Wanstead constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £652k, up 94.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for E11 1JZ are sourced from Output Area E00185714 (shared with 1 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FOREST DRIVE WEST, E11 1JZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOREST DRIVE WEST, E11 1JZ.
388
32
£ 58,400 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. E11 1JZ's low deprivation rank, 61% ownership, and £652k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £652k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 94.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E11 1JZ. The average age is 32.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 927,500
10 sales · Mean £ 889,400
Flat
£ 345,000
11 sales · Mean £ 383,772
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E11 1JZ is moderate at 50 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
Norlington School and 6th Form
Gwyn Jones Primary School
Barclay Primary School
Belmont Park School
Dawlish Primary School
Leytonstone School
Newport School
George Mitchell School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
91 nearby- Midland News0.4 km
- Tropical Island0.3 km
- 7 Star Traders0.9 km
- Amit News at Leytonestone Post Office0.9 km
- Decatur London0.5 km
- + 86 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- King William IV0.7 km
- Leyton Snooker Club0.7 km
- The 800 Club0.8 km
- Gravity Well Taproom Limited0.4 km
- The Spark House0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
81 nearby- Burnt0.3 km
- Chilli Flames0.8 km
- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Gina's Patisserie1.0 km
- Marmelo Kitchen0.9 km
- + 76 more
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Cakes & Bakes0.9 km
- Chestersway Chicken & Pizza0.5 km
- Dixy Original0.4 km
- Michael's Fish & Chip Bar0.3 km
- Mo Sushi/Sushi Toshi/Nabemono/Thai Wok0.5 km
- + 29 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Tesco at Esso Filling Station0.9 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Iceland0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Ibis Styles London0.9 km
- Ibis Styles London Walthamstow1.0 km
- Lion & Key Hotel (Cafe Bar & Grill)1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leyton Midland Road0.4 km
- Lea Bridge0.5 km
- Leytonstone High Road1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Leyton Midland Road Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: E111JZ · Data under Open Government Licence