E17 5HH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Millfield Avenue, 0.5km from Highams in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within Higham Hill ward and the Walthamstow constituency.
This is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waltham Forest.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k.
Census 2021 statistics for E17 5HH are sourced from Output Area E00022128 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILLFIELD AVENUE, E17 5HH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILLFIELD AVENUE, E17 5HH.
442
35
£ 51,200 /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
E17 5HH has a highly multicultural community character — 54% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E17 5HH. The average age is 34.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 440,000
6 sales · Mean £ 398,133
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
E17 5HH has low crime rates — 37 incidents 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
Whittingham Primary Academy
Lime Academy Hornbeam
Roger Ascham Primary School
Walthamstow Academy
Walthamstow Primary Academy
The Winns Primary School
Hillyfield Primary Academy
Eden Girls' School, Waltham Forest
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Slow Burn1.0 km
- La Villa Pizzeria0.5 km
- Khushboo0.7 km
- Sushi Gourmet1.0 km
- Food Express0.3 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- Higham Wine Store0.5 km
- Priory News0.6 km
- Raji Local0.6 km
- Winns Store0.8 km
- E17 Supermarket0.9 km
- + 23 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Rose Hill Cafe0.5 km
- Caribbean Eatery1.0 km
- Chefzi0.7 km
- Phoenix0.3 km
- Acorn Day Opportunies Ltd0.9 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bank And Number 90.8 km
- Tavern on the Hill0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Express London Chingford1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blackhorse Road1.5 km
- Northumberland Park1.6 km
- Walthamstow1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: E175HH · Data under Open Government Licence