E16 2DU is an active urban area on Newland Street, 0.9km from North Woolwich in Newham. Administratively it sits within Royal Albert ward and the East Ham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, E16 2DU is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newham.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 136 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for E16 2DU are sourced from Output Area E00018206 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEWLAND STREET, E16 2DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWLAND STREET, E16 2DU.
355
34
£ 0 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E16 2DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
E16 2DU has a significant social housing presence — 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E16 2DU. The average age is 34.1. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E16 2DU is above average at 136 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Drew Primary School
New Directions
Calverton Primary School
Royal Greenwich Trust School
London Design and Engineering UTC
Winsor Primary School
Cardwell Primary School
Kingsford Community School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Cromwell Stores Off Licence1.0 km
- FM & Co General Store1.0 km
- Naeems Minimart Ltd0.9 km
- Costcutter - Nisa1.0 km
- Dockside News0.6 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- London City Airport Hotel0.3 km
- Double Tree By Hilton0.9 km
- IBIS Budget Hotel0.6 km
- Hampton By Hilton0.8 km
- Holiday Inn Express London Excel0.8 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Roz Cafe0.9 km
- Cafe Bonnane0.8 km
- Pier Masala1.0 km
- City Bar & Grill0.3 km
- Fusion Foods Pop Up Restaurant0.6 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- New Kings Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Pret A Manger0.3 km
- Kams Kitchen0.2 km
- Wumis African Takeaway0.9 km
- The Girl Of Sandwiches0.2 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Cabin Bar0.3 km
- The Royal British Legion0.3 km
- Henley Arms0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Surrey Quays1.1 km
- Woolwich Dockyard1.3 km
- Woolwich1.9 km
Bus Stops
- London City Airport0.1 km
- London City Airport DLR Station0.1 km
- London City Airport DLR Station0.1 km
- Silvertown & City Airport Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: E162DU · Data under Open Government Licence