E17 5RH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Mayfield Road, 0.1km from Highams in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within Higham Hill ward and the Walthamstow constituency.
For families considering a move, E17 5RH represents a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waltham Forest.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £555k.
Census 2021 statistics for E17 5RH are sourced from Output Area E00022123 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAYFIELD ROAD, E17 5RH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAYFIELD ROAD, E17 5RH.
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£ 51,200 /yr
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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
A sought-after, premium postcode. E17 5RH's low deprivation rank, 56% ownership, and £555k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £555k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E17 5RH. The average age is 35.8. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 502,500
24 sales · Mean £ 509,187
Semi-Detached
£ 573,500
1 sales · Mean £ 573,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
E17 5RH has low crime rates — 44 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
Hillyfield Primary Academy
Whittingham Primary Academy
Eden Girls' School, Waltham Forest
Lime Academy Hornbeam
Roger Ascham Primary School
The Winns Primary School
Walthamstow Primary Academy
Walthamstow Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
50 nearby- Nourished Communities0.9 km
- Akshar Pharmacies0.9 km
- ASM Supermarket0.8 km
- Cavendish Pharmacy0.8 km
- Forest Express0.8 km
- + 45 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Barney's Pie & Mash0.5 km
- Hilly Cafe0.1 km
- Armstrong Audio Coffee0.9 km
- Cafe Express0.8 km
- Canteen at Big Creative Education0.8 km
- + 24 more
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Olive Branch1.0 km
- Billet Fish Bar0.7 km
- Dixy Chicken0.9 km
- Favorite N Tasty0.8 km
- Mikos Gyros Walthamstow0.9 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Black Horse1.0 km
- The Lord Palmerston0.8 km
- Big Penny Social0.6 km
- Signature Brew Ltd0.6 km
- The Bank And Number 90.3 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blackhorse Road1.1 km
- Northumberland Park1.4 km
- Walthamstow1.7 km
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Postcode Profile: E175RH · Data under Open Government Licence