E16 9FR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Bromley in Newham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Canning Town North ward and the West Ham constituency.
Within the E16 district, this postcode is characterised by a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. By day, the area transitions to a industrial units character: non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. The area has a notably diverse population — 53% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 9FR are sourced from Output Area E00017700 (shared with 119 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
E16 9FR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for E16 9FR.
275
41
£ 59,600 /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
With 54% social renting, E16 9FR is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 41-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 9FR. The average age is 40.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E16 9FR is moderate at 68 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
Culloden Primary - A Paradigm Academy
Manorfield Primary School
Langdon Park Community School
Marner Primary School
Ian Mikardo School
Bow School
Harris Science Academy East London
St Saviour's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Noodle House0.6 km
- Hin Cheong0.8 km
- Little Hudson0.6 km
- Miu Valley0.6 km
- Poplar Spice1.0 km
- + 12 more
Retailers - Other
41 nearby- Simply Fresh1.0 km
- Wickes Building Supplies Ltd0.9 km
- Bromley By Bow Centre - Community Fridge0.9 km
- Aberfeldy Food Co-op0.6 km
- Alan Supermarket1.0 km
- + 36 more
Restaurant, Cafe
51 nearby- Asia Villa0.9 km
- Ertugrul Mangal0.9 km
- The Gentlemen Baristas1.0 km
- Aydil0.7 km
- Chez Estou & Yoyo0.6 km
- + 46 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- Co-operative0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- George IV Regency Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Callaghans0.9 km
- Galvaniser's PH0.7 km
- Widows Son0.9 km
- Eadn London0.7 km
- The Beehive0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- West Ham1.3 km
- Limehouse2.5 km
- Stratford London2.6 km
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Postcode Profile: E169FR · Data under Open Government Licence