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London (E2)
The E2 postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 1470 individual postcodes.
There are 2 electoral wards in the E2 postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Tower Hamlets Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 27% of people in E2 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 E2 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The E2 postcode is an area located in the London boroughs of Hackney and Tower Hamlets and covers the majority of the fashionable area of Shoreditch. It is bordered by the areas of Finsbury, Bethnal Green and Hoxton.
E2 is popular amongst tourists and Londoners because of its vibrant culture. It has some of the city's best restaurants, galleries, pubs, nightclubs, boutiques and uniquely designed independent retailers. It has a thriving arts and music scene with plenty of venues hosting live performances and events.
The area also has some distinctive architecture, with the iconic Geffrye Museum, which is set in an 18th century Grade I listed building, located in E2. It is also home to Rich Mix, which is a popular independent cinema and arts venue.
E2 is well-connected with its main public transport hub being Hoxton station. From here, the East London Line (for connection to Clapham Junction) and the Hammersmith & City, Circle and Metropolitan lines can be accessed. Numerous bus routes travel through the area as well.
In terms of education, the borough is served by numerous well-respected schools for both primary and secondary education. These include; Bishop Challoner Catholic Collegiate School, Hoxton Garden Primary School and Central Foundation Girls' School, which achieved a perfect score in GCSE results.
The local area is home to a variety of green spaces, with popular attractions such as the Geffrye Museum 'Almshouse Gardens', Hoxton Square, and Finsbury Park all being nearby. Additionally, the park near the Geffrye Museum hosts a popular, large outdoor market every Sunday.
Furthermore, the area contains some of the city's most affordable properties with median house prices around £400,000. This is far lower than the average London property price which stands at over £650,000.
E2 is an area with a unique and vibrant culture, great transport links, plenty of things to do, good education options, green spaces, and affordable housing options. It is a great area for all types of people looking to live in the city.
Demographics
Greater London
E2 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 | E2 |
| Postal Town | London |
| MSOA Name | Tower Hamlets 009 |
| LSOA Name | Tower Hamlets 009B |
| County | Greater London |
| Region | Greater London |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
E2 Electoral Wards
The postal region of E2, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.
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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 27% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.