Postcode Analysis Tower Hamlets, London

NAVIGATION ROAD, E3 3TP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NAVIGATION ROAD, E3 3TP.

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Population

386

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 51,200 /yr

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Employed

61%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: E3 3TP 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.

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2/10
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2/10
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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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Area Character

E3 3TP has a highly multicultural community character — 47% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 28 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

E3 3TP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Navigation Road, 0.6km from Bromley in Tower Hamlets. Administratively it sits within Lansbury ward and the Poplar and Limehouse constituency.

For renters and young professionals, E3 3TP offers a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. 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. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Tower Hamlets. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 98 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £327k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for E3 3TP are sourced from Output Area E00183880 (shared with 11 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 E3 3TP. The average age is 27.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British53.3%
Asian / British Asian27.7%
Black / African / Caribbean7.2%
Other / Mixed11.8%

Economic Activity

61%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 199,750

12 sales · Mean £ 239,125

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

Crime around E3 3TP is above average at 98 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 offences186
Anti-social behaviour134
Other theft67
Vehicle crime65
Theft from the person59

school Local Schools

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Marner Primary School

Good672 pupils0.3 km
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Ian Mikardo School

Outstanding43 pupils0.5 km
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Manorfield Primary School

Outstanding711 pupils0.5 km
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Harris Science Academy East London

Inadequate0.5 km
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Old Palace Primary School

Outstanding412 pupils0.5 km
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Childrens House Nursery School

Outstanding141 pupils0.7 km
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The Clara Grant Primary School

Good457 pupils0.8 km
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Bow School

Good1205 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

34 nearby
  • Goppa0.8 km
  • Britannia Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Denni's News0.9 km
  • Elahee Grocers0.2 km
  • Barrys1.0 km
  • + 29 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

31 nearby
  • Eataly - Three Mills Studios0.5 km
  • P&A Food Management Services Limited0.9 km
  • The Balanced Food Company Ltd0.6 km
  • Aberfeldy Cafe1.0 km
  • The Works Cafe0.6 km
  • + 26 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Bow School0.1 km
  • Noodle House0.2 km
  • Little Hudson0.8 km
  • Grand Rasoi1.0 km
  • Japanese Kitchen0.8 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Galvaniser's PH0.4 km
  • Widows Son0.7 km
  • Eadn London0.9 km
  • The Beehive0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Tesco0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • West Ham1.2 km
  • Stratford London2.3 km
  • Limehouse2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Bromley-by-Bow Underground Station0.4 km
  • Bromley-by-Bow Underground Station0.4 km
  • Bromley-by-Bow Underground Station0.4 km