Postcode Analysis Waltham Forest, London

FOREST DRIVE WEST, E11 1JZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOREST DRIVE WEST, E11 1JZ.

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Population

388

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 58,400 /yr

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Employed

39%

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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4/10
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3/10
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10/10
workEmployment
3/10
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8/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British29.1%
Asian / British Asian57.7%
Black / African / Caribbean4.9%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences167
Anti-social behaviour130
Other theft73
Vehicle crime41
Public order39

school Local Schools

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Norlington School and 6th Form

Good761 pupils0.4 km
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Gwyn Jones Primary School

Good445 pupils0.5 km
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Barclay Primary School

Outstanding1321 pupils0.5 km
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Belmont Park School

Good29 pupils0.7 km
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Dawlish Primary School

Good173 pupils0.8 km
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Leytonstone School

Good960 pupils0.8 km
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Newport School

Outstanding810 pupils0.8 km
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George Mitchell School

Good991 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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

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
fastfood

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
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Tesco at Esso Filling Station0.9 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Iceland0.8 km
hotel

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