Postcode Analysis Waltham Forest, London

E17 5BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for E17 5BF.

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Population

311

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 51,200 /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 5BF 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.

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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

E17 5BF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 33, 70% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (33) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

E17 5BF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Chapel End in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within Higham Hill ward and the Walthamstow constituency.

For families considering a move, E17 5BF represents members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waltham Forest. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for E17 5BF are sourced from Output Area E00185696 (shared with 7 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 5BF. The average age is 32.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British61.5%
Asian / British Asian15.1%
Black / African / Caribbean12.5%
Other / Mixed10.9%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 50%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

Crime around E17 5BF is moderate at 59 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour66
Shoplifting60
Violence and sexual offences56
Vehicle crime42
Other theft27

school Local Schools

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Walthamstow Academy

Good1096 pupils0.3 km
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Walthamstow Primary Academy

Good187 pupils0.3 km
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Roger Ascham Primary School

Good440 pupils0.5 km
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South Chingford Foundation School

Good506 pupils0.6 km
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Burnside Secondary PRU

Good26 pupils0.7 km
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Salisbury Manor Primary School

Inadequate323 pupils0.7 km
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Chapel End Infant School and Early Years Centre

Good324 pupils0.7 km
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Chapel End Junior Academy

Good289 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • MacGregor's Chemist1.0 km
  • Chingford Food Centre0.9 km
  • Chingford Mount Service Station0.9 km
  • Local Express0.5 km
  • Priory News1.0 km
  • + 19 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express London Chingford0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Bannatyne's Cafe Bar0.6 km
  • Pit-Stop0.9 km
  • Monoux Coffee Shop0.7 km
  • Ayra Lounge1.0 km
  • Barney's Pie & Mash0.9 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Morrison's Supermarket0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Sushi Gourmet0.2 km
  • Mount Fast Food0.9 km
  • The Golden Plaice1.0 km
  • Monoux Fish Bar0.7 km
  • AFC0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Dog & Duck Public House/Sourdough Saloon0.7 km
  • The Bar/Cafe0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Highams Park1.7 km
  • Walthamstow2.0 km
  • Angel Road2.1 km