Postcode Analysis Waltham Forest, London

HOE STREET, E17 3AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOE STREET, E17 3AY.

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Population

422

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 54,300 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: E17 3AY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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1/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines E17 3AY — 55% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

E17 3AY is an up-and-coming urban area on Hoe Street, 0.4km from Tower Hamlet in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within High Street ward and the Walthamstow constituency.

For renters and young professionals, E17 3AY offers a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. By day, the area transitions to a big city life character: big city services, with accommodation and food. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 63% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 55% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waltham Forest.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 111 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £492k.

Census 2021 statistics for E17 3AY are sourced from Output Area E00185783 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E17 3AY. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British44.7%
Asian / British Asian22.8%
Black / African / Caribbean15.1%
Other / Mixed17.4%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 347,500

2 sales · Mean £ 347,500

Terraced

£ 615,000

1 sales · Mean £ 615,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around E17 3AY is above average at 111 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour346
Violence and sexual offences271
Theft from the person187
Other theft109
Shoplifting92

school Local Schools

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Church Hill Nursery School

Outstanding103 pupils0.3 km
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Walthamstow School for Girls

Outstanding890 pupils0.4 km
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Emmanuel Community School

Good185 pupils0.5 km
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Greenleaf Primary School

Good473 pupils0.6 km
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Edinburgh Primary School

Good356 pupils0.7 km
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Mission Grove Primary School

Good809 pupils0.9 km
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South Grove Primary School

Outstanding475 pupils0.9 km
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Henry Maynard Primary School

Good828 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

138 nearby
  • Hucks0.8 km
  • Smoojies0.4 km
  • Thainese Restaurant0.6 km
  • Arte E Pasta0.9 km
  • Cafe on 41.0 km
  • + 133 more
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Retailers - Other

117 nearby
  • Arfan Supermarket1.0 km
  • Shernhall Street Market0.9 km
  • Cavendish Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Forest Express0.9 km
  • Gold Star0.4 km
  • + 112 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

61 nearby
  • Wraps&Wings/Eggsquisite/Wicked0.9 km
  • E17 Kebabish0.8 km
  • Favorite N Tasty0.9 km
  • Five Star Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Fuji Sushi & Thai0.5 km
  • + 56 more
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Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • The Lord Palmerston0.9 km
  • Frankies0.3 km
  • Rose & Crown Public House0.3 km
  • Mother’s Ruin0.8 km
  • The Bell0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

9 nearby
  • Asda Supermarket0.3 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Nisa - Hoe Street Supermarket & Post Office0.1 km
  • Lidl UK0.2 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walthamstow0.1 km
  • Walthamstow Central0.2 km
  • Walthamstow Queens Road0.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Walthamstow Central Underground Station0.2 km
  • Walthamstow Central Underground Station0.2 km
  • Walthamstow Central Rail Station0.2 km
  • Walthamstow Queens Road Rail Station0.4 km