E17 5DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Billet Road, 0.7km from Chapel End in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within Higham Hill ward and the Walthamstow constituency.
For families considering a move, E17 5DN 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 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 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £445k.
Census 2021 statistics for E17 5DN are sourced from Output Area E00185696 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BILLET ROAD, E17 5DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BILLET ROAD, E17 5DN.
311
33
£ 51,200 /yr
63%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E17 5DN 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
E17 5DN 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E17 5DN. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 438,000
6 sales · Mean £ 439,333
Flat
£ 243,200
1 sales · Mean £ 243,200
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E17 5DN is moderate at 62 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.
school Local Schools
Walthamstow Primary Academy
Walthamstow Academy
Roger Ascham Primary School
Chapel End Infant School and Early Years Centre
Chapel End Junior Academy
South Chingford Foundation School
The Winns Primary School
Lime Academy Hornbeam
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Best Supermarket0.8 km
- Harvest Wine Store0.6 km
- Jurassic Falls Adventure Golf - Club House0.5 km
- Nimika Best Food & Wine0.6 km
- S K Express0.9 km
- + 18 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Original Chicken Express0.8 km
- Monoux Fish Bar0.4 km
- Hotwings Fried Chicken0.6 km
- AFC0.4 km
- Billet Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Monoux 2 Coffee House0.3 km
- O'Cha Thai0.0 km
- Kathy's Cafe at Peter May Sports Centre0.7 km
- Wadham Cafe0.9 km
- Bannatyne's Cafe Bar0.7 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Dog & Duck Public House/Sourdough Saloon0.4 km
- The Bar/Cafe0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Express London Chingford0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrison's Supermarket0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Highams Park1.7 km
- Walthamstow1.8 km
- Walthamstow Central1.9 km
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Postcode Profile: E175DN · Data under Open Government Licence