E16 1DB is a mixed residential area on Seagull Lane, 0.4km from Victoria Docks in Newham. Administratively it sits within Royal Victoria ward and the West Ham constituency.
For renters and young professionals, E16 1DB offers a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 53% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newham. Employment levels are high (65% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £458k.
Census 2021 statistics for E16 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00175016 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SEAGULL LANE, E16 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SEAGULL LANE, E16 1DB.
157
39
£ 59,600 /yr
71%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E16 1DB 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
E16 1DB has a highly multicultural community character — 53% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 39 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E16 1DB. The average age is 39.0. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 458,375
68 sales · Mean £ 456,655
Semi-Detached
£ 444,150
1 sales · Mean £ 444,150
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E16 1DB is above average at 90 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Britannia Village Primary School
Oasis Academy Silvertown
Hallsville Primary School
St Joachim's Catholic Primary School
Royal Wharf Primary School
Royal Docks Academy
Edith Kerrison Nursery School
Rosetta Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Bagel Factory0.3 km
- Ieva Supermarket0.7 km
- Greggs PLC0.8 km
- Eastside Kitchen Ltd0.7 km
- BP Silvertown Service Station0.6 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
45 nearby- 8 Slices Pizzeria0.1 km
- Al Masar/Bonnane Pizza0.1 km
- Costa Coffee (West)0.3 km
- E16 Bakery, Cafe & Lounge0.3 km
- E16 Coffee0.3 km
- + 40 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Aloft Hotel London Excel0.8 km
- Prince Regent Hotel0.9 km
- Premier Inn London Docklands (Canning Town)1.0 km
- Foggs At Ibis0.0 km
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Royal Wharf Fish & Chips0.9 km
- Burgers N That Limited0.5 km
- Cake And Custard Factory (Canning Town)0.7 km
- Golden Sands Chinese Food0.4 km
- Indian Bliss Biriyani0.5 km
- + 29 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- LA Lounge0.5 km
- Streeties P H1.0 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.3 km
- Sainsburys Local1.0 km
- Sainsburys - Unit G0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Charlton2.4 km
- Surrey Quays2.4 km
- Westcombe Park2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Custom House (for ExCel) DLR Station0.3 km
- Custom House (for ExCel) DLR Station0.3 km
- Custom House Rail Station0.4 km
- Royal Victoria DLR Station0.4 km
- Royal Victoria DLR Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: E161DB · Data under Open Government Licence