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Bethnal Green Central

About

Bethnal Green Central is a residential and commercial hub in Tower Hamlets, located in East London. The area is known for its mix of Victorian terraces and modern developments, with a range of local shops, cafes, and markets. Bethnal Green Gardens provides green space, while the Tube station offers strong transport links to central London.

The area has a strong cultural presence, with institutions like the V&A Museum of Childhood and the Genesis Cinema. Brick Lane and Columbia Road are nearby, adding to the local character. Housing ranges from social estates to private flats, reflecting the area's varied demographic. Bethnal Green Central balances urban convenience with a community feel.

Area overview

On average Bethnal Green Central has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 153 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 43.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bethnal Green Central is £48,800 per year. There are 3 schools in Bethnal Green Central: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

153

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

10/10

Area Profile

Bethnal Green Central Population

7,496

Population density

21,860.6 per km²

Demographics

Bangladeshi

3,561

47.52%

British

1,385

18.48%

Other White

708

9.45%

African

344

4.59%

Chinese

257

3.43%

Total population: 7,494

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

742

29.4%

Social rents from council

733

29.04%

Other social rented

468

18.54%

Owns with a mortgage

321

12.72%

Owns outright

149

5.9%

Total households: 2,524

Property prices in Bethnal Green Central

Based on 28 recent sales, the median property price is £485,000 in Bethnal Green Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £350,000 up to £935,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bethnal Green Central over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	1	£930,000	£930,000	£930,000	£930,000	£930,000
Flats	22	£473,856	£355,625	£425,000	£513,088	£721,250
Terraced	5	£720,000	£635,000	£675,000	£745,000	£897,000

10 years median price trend in Bethnal Green Central

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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