E20 1AB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Prize Walk, 0.1km from Stratford New Town in Newham. Administratively it sits within Stratford Olympic Park ward and the West Ham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, E20 1AB is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — science and business parks with high status workers. With an average age of just 28, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newham. Employment levels are high (52% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 108 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £461k, up 32.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for E20 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00182361 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRIZE WALK, E20 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIZE WALK, E20 1AB.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E20 1AB 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.
Area Character
With 37% social renting, E20 1AB is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 28-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending up 32.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E20 1AB. The average age is 27.7. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 461,000
11 sales · Mean £ 443,613
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around E20 1AB is above average at 108 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Harris Academy Chobham
Ronald Openshaw Nursery School
Education Links
Colegrave Primary School
Downsell Primary School
St Francis' Catholic Primary School
Mossbourne Riverside Academy
Sarah Bonnell School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
94 nearby- Costadana1.0 km
- Fresh Vegetables And Fruit And Cash & Carry0.9 km
- Major Express0.4 km
- The Chocolate Workshop0.4 km
- W H Smith0.4 km
- + 89 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- O12 Bar And Grill0.9 km
- Tap East0.4 km
- Aspers (Casino Entrance) - Tanzibar0.4 km
- Bar One Thailander Bar0.9 km
- The Cow0.4 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
145 nearby- All Star Lanes - Unit LC01 (Bowling Alley)0.4 km
- Balans0.4 km
- Ban Be Limited0.1 km
- Brick Lane Bagel Co0.4 km
- Bridgets Cafe0.2 km
- + 140 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Morrisons0.9 km
- Waitrose - Food Hall0.4 km
- New New Chinese Supermarket0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Iceland Plc - Stratford0.9 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
53 nearby- BBQ Express0.9 km
- Canton Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Franco Manca0.4 km
- Good Friend0.9 km
- Kong Foo Wok1.0 km
- + 48 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- The Stratford - Manhattan Loft Gardens0.3 km
- Moxy London Stratford0.8 km
- Stratford Premier Inn0.5 km
- Adagio Aparthotel Stratford0.0 km
- The Gantry Hotel - Curio Collection By Hilton0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stratford International0.5 km
- Stratford London0.7 km
- Maryland1.0 km
Bus Stops
- Stratford International DLR Station0.3 km
- Stratford International DLR Station0.3 km
- Stratford International DLR Station0.4 km
- Stratford International Rail Station0.4 km
- Stratford International Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: E201AB · Data under Open Government Licence