Postcode Analysis Waltham Forest, London

E17 6BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for E17 6BF.

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Population

397

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 55,300 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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10/10
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7/10
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4/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines E17 6BF — 52% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

E17 6BF is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Higham Hill in Waltham Forest. Administratively it sits within William Morris ward and the Walthamstow constituency.

Within the E17 district, this postcode is characterised by a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. By day, the area transitions to a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waltham Forest.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for E17 6BF are sourced from Output Area E00022441 (shared with 5 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 6BF. 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

White / British48.2%
Asian / British Asian23.2%
Black / African / Caribbean19.2%
Other / Mixed9.3%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

E17 6BF has low crime rates — 38 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.

Violence and sexual offences198
Anti-social behaviour140
Vehicle crime62
Criminal damage and arson39
Other theft39

school Local Schools

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Hillyfield Primary Academy

Good1316 pupils0.3 km
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Greenleaf Primary School

Good473 pupils0.5 km
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Stoneydown Park School

Good570 pupils0.5 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Good412 pupils0.6 km
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Mission Grove Primary School

Good809 pupils0.7 km
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Willowfield School

Good895 pupils0.7 km
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The Winns Primary School

Good610 pupils0.7 km
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Eden Girls' School, Waltham Forest

Outstanding610 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • The Bank And Number 90.6 km
  • Big Penny Social0.7 km
  • Rose & Crown Public House0.9 km
  • Walthamstow Trade Hall & Institute0.9 km
  • Tavern on the Hill0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

115 nearby
  • Best Supermarket1.0 km
  • Abina Supermarket0.8 km
  • Acar Supermarket0.4 km
  • Admiral1.0 km
  • Ambrosia Supermarket0.8 km
  • + 110 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

100 nearby
  • Caribbean Eatery0.8 km
  • Chefzi0.6 km
  • BG Zakuska0.8 km
  • Big Ben Cafe0.8 km
  • Ginger Woo0.6 km
  • + 95 more
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Takeaway Shop

52 nearby
  • Chaudhry Kebabish1.0 km
  • Khushboo0.3 km
  • Pizza Dal Maestro0.1 km
  • Forest Chippy0.3 km
  • Cakes & Bakes0.8 km
  • + 47 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Asda Supermarket0.9 km
  • Lidl UK1.0 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Farmfoods0.9 km
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Blackhorse Road0.8 km
  • Walthamstow1.0 km
  • St James Street1.0 km