Postcode Analysis Tower Hamlets, London

ZEALAND ROAD, E3 5RA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ZEALAND ROAD, E3 5RA.

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Population

369

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 61,200 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: E3 5RA 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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4/10
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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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6/10
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10/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. E3 5RA's low deprivation rank, 60% ownership, and £1.1M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.1M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

E3 5RA is a safe, established residential area on Zealand Road, 0.4km from Ford, Old in Tower Hamlets. Administratively it sits within Bow West ward and the Bethnal Green and Bow constituency.

For families considering a move, E3 5RA represents a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £1.1M.

Census 2021 statistics for E3 5RA are sourced from Output Area E00021317 (shared with 4 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 5RA. 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

White / British69.7%
Asian / British Asian21.4%
Black / African / Caribbean3.0%
Other / Mixed5.9%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 1,100,000

9 sales · Mean £ 1,024,666

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

Crime around E3 5RA is moderate at 51 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 offences175
Anti-social behaviour152
Other theft55
Burglary50
Public order50

school Local Schools

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Chisenhale Primary School

Good341 pupils0.1 km
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Olga Primary School

Good543 pupils0.2 km
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Old Ford Primary - A Paradigm Academy

Outstanding684 pupils0.5 km
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Bonner Primary School

Good831 pupils0.7 km
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Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy

Outstanding832 pupils0.8 km
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Lauriston School

Good398 pupils0.8 km
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Malmesbury Primary School

Good485 pupils0.8 km
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Rachel Keeling Nursery School

Outstanding85 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

86 nearby
  • Mile End Cash and Carry0.9 km
  • Akdeniz Supermarket0.8 km
  • Roman Road Newsagent0.8 km
  • Akdeniz Artisan Bakery0.8 km
  • Bengal Mini Market0.3 km
  • + 81 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

96 nearby
  • Madina Charcoal Grill0.7 km
  • Original Greedy Cow0.7 km
  • Staff Cafe1.0 km
  • Accent Catering0.8 km
  • Sultan Sofrasi0.9 km
  • + 91 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

28 nearby
  • City Kebab House0.7 km
  • Kam Hon Take Away0.8 km
  • Coffee London0.9 km
  • Whatthebubbles0.9 km
  • Village Cream0.6 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Co-operative1.0 km
  • Co-operative0.8 km
  • Iceland0.6 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • City View Hotel Kitchen0.9 km
  • Park Villa Hostel Restaurant0.6 km
  • City View Hotel Restaurant0.6 km
  • Old Friends Guest House Kitchen0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

27 nearby
  • Empress0.7 km
  • Young Prince0.3 km
  • The Hawke0.8 km
  • Village Tap0.8 km
  • Approach Tavern0.9 km
  • + 22 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cambridge Heath1.4 km
  • Hackney Wick1.5 km
  • Homerton1.6 km