Postcode Analysis Tower Hamlets, London

E3 3UT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for E3 3UT.

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Population

440

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Avg Age

25

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Avg Income

£ 51,000 /yr

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Employed

29%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: E3 3UT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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3/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

E3 3UT has a significant social housing presence — 92% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 25-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

E3 3UT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Bromley in Tower Hamlets. Administratively it sits within Bromley South ward and the Poplar and Limehouse constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, E3 3UT is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With an average age of just 25, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 92% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Tower Hamlets. Full-time employment stands at 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for E3 3UT are sourced from Output Area E00183951 (shared with 7 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 3UT. The average age is 25.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British9.4%
Asian / British Asian72.3%
Black / African / Caribbean7.1%
Other / Mixed11.2%

Economic Activity

29%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around E3 3UT is moderate at 65 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 offences380
Anti-social behaviour338
Vehicle crime119
Burglary91
Drugs85

school Local Schools

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Bow School

Good1205 pupils0.1 km
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The Clara Grant Primary School

Good457 pupils0.3 km
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St Saviour's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding241 pupils0.4 km
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Manorfield Primary School

Outstanding711 pupils0.4 km
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St Paul's Way Trust School

Good1805 pupils0.4 km
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Stebon Primary School

Good676 pupils0.6 km
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Marner Primary School

Good672 pupils0.6 km
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Langdon Park Community School

Good1077 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

57 nearby
  • Bromley By Bow Centre - Community Fridge0.9 km
  • East 1 Kiosk0.9 km
  • Local Express0.7 km
  • Pigott Street Premier Store0.9 km
  • Sugared Saffron0.9 km
  • + 52 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Goppa's Kitchen0.9 km
  • Brownfield Social Club1.0 km
  • Callaghans0.8 km
  • Festival Inn0.8 km
  • The Manor Arms1.0 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

42 nearby
  • Root 250.9 km
  • Stroudley PFC & Grill0.8 km
  • The Works Cafe0.8 km
  • East London Arts & Music Restaurant0.9 km
  • Cooking Pot Cafe0.5 km
  • + 37 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Co-operative1.0 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Co-operative0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

36 nearby
  • Bow School0.8 km
  • Noodle House0.9 km
  • Perfect Fried Chicken0.7 km
  • Koox0.1 km
  • Alan's Fish Bar0.3 km
  • + 31 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • George IV Regency Hotel1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Limehouse1.7 km
  • West Ham2.0 km
  • Hackney Wick2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Devons Road DLR Station0.3 km
  • Devons Road DLR Station0.4 km
  • Devons Road DLR Station0.4 km