E17 9HJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Upper Walthamstow in Waltham Forest. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Wood Street ward and the Walthamstow constituency.
Day-to-day life in E17 9HJ has the character of 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 self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waltham Forest.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for E17 9HJ are sourced from Output Area E00022478 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
E17 9HJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for E17 9HJ.
466
37
£ 62,300 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E17 9HJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
E17 9HJ is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E17 9HJ. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
E17 9HJ has low crime rates — 47 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.
school Local Schools
St Mary's CofE Primary School
Henry Maynard Primary School
The Woodside Primary Academy
Holy Family Catholic School
Our Lady and St George's Catholic Primary School
Walthamstow School for Girls
Emmanuel Community School
Belmont Park School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
65 nearby- Crust pizza / Donut King0.6 km
- Good Day Lounge Made with Love0.3 km
- Hucks0.7 km
- AAVO0.3 km
- Arte E Pasta0.3 km
- + 60 more
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- Perfect Fried Chicken0.3 km
- Buns0.9 km
- Charcoal Grill0.4 km
- Dixy Original Chicken & Pizza0.8 km
- Mini Hiba0.7 km
- + 20 more
Retailers - Other
41 nearby- Bilge Food & Wine0.9 km
- Clapton Craft Depot0.4 km
- Daily Fresh Fruit & Vegetables0.4 km
- Day Lewis Pharmacy0.6 km
- Faizan Halal Meat0.7 km
- + 36 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Luke’s Cider Tap0.6 km
- The Dukes Head0.5 km
- The Flower Pot0.5 km
- The Lord Raglan0.2 km
- Walthamstow Cricket&LawnTennis Club0.3 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- Tesco at Esso Filling Station0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wood Street0.4 km
- Walthamstow Central1.1 km
- Walthamstow1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Wood Street Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: E179HJ · Data under Open Government Licence