E16 1JP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from Victoria Docks in Newham. Administratively it sits within Custom House ward and the West Ham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, E16 1JP is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a big city life zone — big city services, with accommodation and food. The 35 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 61% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newham.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 108 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for E16 1JP are sourced from Output Area E00017768 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
E16 1JP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for E16 1JP.
350
35
£ 48,200 /yr
45%
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
E16 1JP has a significant social housing presence — 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 35-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E16 1JP. The average age is 35.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E16 1JP is above average at 108 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Royal Docks Academy
Calverton Primary School
Scott Wilkie Primary School
St Joachim's Catholic Primary School
Drew Primary School
Britannia Village Primary School
Oasis Academy Silvertown
Ellen Wilkinson Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Prince Newsagents0.9 km
- VIN Food And Wine0.8 km
- Ieva Supermarket0.6 km
- Naeems Minimart Ltd0.6 km
- Greggs PLC0.6 km
- + 22 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- Aloft Hotel London Excel0.2 km
- Double Tree By Hilton0.0 km
- Hampton By Hilton0.3 km
- IBIS Budget Hotel0.6 km
- Prince Regent Hotel0.8 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- Cafe Bonnane0.6 km
- Little Hudson1.0 km
- The Garden Community (cafe)0.6 km
- Costa Coffee (West)0.8 km
- E16 Bakery, Cafe & Lounge0.8 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Lins Fish Bar & Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Royal Wharf Fish & Chips0.9 km
- The Girl Of Sandwiches0.8 km
- Pret A Manger0.7 km
- Kams Kitchen0.8 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cabin Bar0.7 km
- The Royal British Legion0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsburys - Unit G1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Surrey Quays1.8 km
- Woolwich Dockyard2.1 km
- Charlton2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Prince Regent DLR Station0.4 km
- Prince Regent DLR Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: E161JP · Data under Open Government Licence