E2 0BZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Viaduct Street, 0.3km from Bethnal Green in Tower Hamlets. Administratively it sits within St Peter's ward and the Bethnal Green and Bow constituency.
For renters and young professionals, E2 0BZ offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. An average age of 31 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 66% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 43% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Tower Hamlets. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 86 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for E2 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00021182 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VIADUCT STREET, E2 0BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VIADUCT STREET, E2 0BZ.
416
31
£ 51,400 /yr
66%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E2 0BZ 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
E2 0BZ is a young, economically active community — 66% of working-age residents are in employment and the average age is just 31, signalling strong graduate retention. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E2 0BZ. The average age is 30.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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)
Crime around E2 0BZ is moderate at 86 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
Hague Primary School
Lawdale Junior School
Elizabeth Selby Infants' School
Oaklands School
Stewart Headlam Primary School
William Davis Primary School
Thomas Buxton Primary School
St John's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
161 nearby- Boots the Chemist0.1 km
- JRK Food Limited0.7 km
- Mas Bazar0.4 km
- Baked By Steph0.4 km
- Bee Chemist0.7 km
- + 156 more
Pub, NightClub
47 nearby- Coupette0.1 km
- The Salmon & Ball0.2 km
- The Shakespeare0.2 km
- The Star of Bethnal Green0.1 km
- The Sun Tavern0.1 km
- + 42 more
Restaurant, Cafe
280 nearby- The Dining Room0.1 km
- Los Pollos Bravos0.3 km
- Afghan Grill0.1 km
- Chaiiwala Bethnal Green0.3 km
- Chaskaas0.3 km
- + 275 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Tesco0.3 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Iceland0.2 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
87 nearby- Grillfellaz Peri Peri0.1 km
- Los Pollos Bravos, Ballin' Burgers0.3 km
- Regal Fish Bar0.2 km
- Suey Hong0.7 km
- Boba Yard0.8 km
- + 82 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- City View Hotel Kitchen0.8 km
- Mighty Wings0.3 km
- Old Friends Guest House Kitchen0.8 km
- Corner Room0.6 km
- Da Terra0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bethnal Green0.2 km
- Cambridge Heath0.6 km
- Whitechapel0.8 km
Bus Stops
- Bethnal Green Rail Station0.3 km
- Bethnal Green Underground Station0.4 km
- Bethnal Green Underground Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: E20BZ · Data under Open Government Licence