E16 2GZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lock Side Way, 0.6km from Cyprus in Newham. Administratively it sits within Royal Albert ward and the East Ham constituency.
The people who live in E16 2GZ are typical of a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. Outside of residential hours, science and business parks with high status workers. At 30 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newham. Employment levels are high (59% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £425k, down 10.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for E16 2GZ are sourced from Output Area E00182057 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOCK SIDE WAY, E16 2GZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOCK SIDE WAY, E16 2GZ.
479
30
£ 51,900 /yr
71%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E16 2GZ 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
High employment, young population. E16 2GZ combines 71% economic activity with a 30-year average age — the hallmarks of a graduate-retention neighbourhood. At £425k median prices, owner-occupier demand is intensifying as incomes rise. Property prices are trending down 10.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E16 2GZ. The average age is 29.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 450,000
39 sales · Mean £ 452,718
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E16 2GZ is moderate at 51 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
London Design and Engineering UTC
New Directions
Winsor Primary School
Gallions Primary School
Heronsgate Primary School
Discovery Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Cromwell Stores Off Licence0.9 km
- FM & Co General Store0.9 km
- The Slow Gin Van0.6 km
- Eastender Supermarket1.0 km
- Unique Store0.5 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Costa Outlet0.7 km
- Papa Johns Outlet0.7 km
- Roz Cafe1.0 km
- Cafe Spice Namaste0.0 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- New Kings Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Morleys Coffee Ltd0.6 km
- Wumis African Takeaway1.0 km
- Downey's Fish & Chips0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Gallions Bar And Kitchen0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woolwich Arsenal1.8 km
- Plumstead1.9 km
- Woolwich2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Gallions Reach DLR Station0.4 km
- Gallions Reach DLR Station0.4 km
- Gallions Reach DLR Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: E162GZ · Data under Open Government Licence