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London (E17)
The E17 postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 2543 individual postcodes.
There are 7 electoral wards in the E17 postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Waltham Forest Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 21% of people in E17 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of E17 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The E17 postcode area is an area located in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. It covers much of the Walthamstow area and some of Leyton, and includes the districts of Walthamstow, Higham Hill, Wood Street, Markhouse, Leytonstone, Whipps Cross, Hale End, St James Street and College.
E17 is situated north/east of Central London, close to the City of London and is home to a largely residential population of around 80,000 people. It is served by multiple bus routes and has one London Underground station (Walthamstow Central) alongside multiple railway stations, including Blackhorse Road, Leytonstone High Road, Walthamstow Queens Road and Walthamstow Central.
The area is known for its vibrant multiculturalism with a diverse range of restaurants, pubs, and cafes. It has a variety of shops selling art, furniture, fashion and antiques. Every Sunday there is a bustling market located in Walthamstow High Street, where people can buy fresh food, clothing and more. Every Saturday, there is also a popular farmers market located at Walthamstow Central Station.
Recreationally, the area is also known for its green spaces and parks, including Lloyd Park, Higham Hill Park, Hollow Ponds, Coronation Gardens, and Low Hall Sports Ground. E17 also has plenty of sports and leisure facilities, including gyms, tennis courts, swimming pools, and sports clubs. Every Summer, the E17 Art Trail takes place, an event held over two weeks that showcases over 650 artists' work in different locations around the area.
Finally, the area is home to several well known buildings and landmarks. These include The Grange (a regency house, formerly the childhood home of William Morris), Epping Forest (the oldest of London's Royal Parks,) the William Morris Gallery (a museum dedicated to the life and works of William Morris,) and Vestry House Museum (a museum that focuses on the history of Waltham Forest and is over 300 years old).
Demographics
Greater London
E17 is located in the county of Greater London, in England.
Greater London has a total population of 8,778,500, making it the 1st largest county in the UK.
Greater London has a total area of 606 square miles, and a population density of 5594 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | E17 |
| Postal Town | London |
| MSOA Name | Waltham Forest 016 |
| LSOA Name | Waltham Forest 016C |
| County | Greater London |
| Region | Greater London |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
E17 Electoral Wards
The postal region of E17, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 21% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.