Postcode Analysis Waltham Forest, London

THORNBURY WAY, E17 5FR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNBURY WAY, E17 5FR.

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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 5FR 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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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates E17 5FR — age 33, 70% ownership, 19% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 3.0% year-on-year.

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

E17 5FR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Thornbury Way, 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 5FR 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. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 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 rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £410k, up 3.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for E17 5FR 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 5FR. 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.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 420,000

87 sales · Mean £ 407,214

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

E17 5FR has low crime rates — 44 incidents 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 behaviour85
Violence and sexual offences77
Vehicle crime34
Other theft23
Public order22

school Local Schools

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Walthamstow Academy

Good1096 pupils0.1 km
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Walthamstow Primary Academy

Good187 pupils0.1 km
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Roger Ascham Primary School

Good440 pupils0.1 km
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The Winns Primary School

Good610 pupils0.5 km
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Lime Academy Hornbeam

Good276 pupils0.6 km
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Whittingham Primary Academy

Good425 pupils0.7 km
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Chapel End Infant School and Early Years Centre

Good324 pupils0.8 km
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Chapel End Junior Academy

Good289 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • UM Store0.7 km
  • Higham Wine Store0.9 km
  • Best Supermarket0.9 km
  • Kenilworth Arms Off Licence0.9 km
  • Priory News0.7 km
  • + 24 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Early Buds Nursery0.8 km
  • Home Made Community Cafe0.8 km
  • Jam Shack at The Tavern On The Hill0.8 km
  • Rose Hill Cafe0.9 km
  • Monoux Coffee Shop0.7 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Food Express0.8 km
  • La Villa Pizzeria0.9 km
  • Original Chicken Express0.9 km
  • Khushboo1.0 km
  • Sushi Gourmet0.5 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Morrison's Supermarket0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express London Chingford0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Dog & Duck Public House/Sourdough Saloon0.7 km
  • Tavern on the Hill0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walthamstow1.8 km
  • Blackhorse Road1.9 km
  • Walthamstow Central1.9 km