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Bethnal Green North East

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About

Bethnal Green North East is a residential area in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, located just north of Bethnal Green’s central district. The area is characterised by a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, alongside modern apartment developments. It is well-connected, with Bethnal Green Underground Station providing access to the Central Line, making central London easily accessible. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and green spaces like Meath Gardens, offering a quiet retreat from urban life.

The area has a strong sense of community, with cultural influences from its diverse population. Schools, libraries, and community centres serve residents, while nearby Roman Road Market provides a traditional shopping experience. Bethnal Green North East balances residential calm with proximity to the buzz of East London, making it a practical yet lively place to live. The Regent’s Canal runs nearby, adding a scenic route for walking or cycling.

Area overview

On average Bethnal Green North East has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 131 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 46.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bethnal Green North East is £50,800 per year. There are 4 schools in Bethnal Green North East: 3 primary (1 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
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
131
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
46.3%
Connectivity
9/10

Area Profile

Bethnal Green North East Population
7,961
Population density
17,164.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Bangladeshi
2,901
36.45%
British
2,327
29.24%
Other White
828
10.4%
African
404
5.08%
Other
337
4.23%
Total population: 7,959

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
763
26.36%
Private landlord or letting agency
741
25.6%
Other social rented
726
25.09%
Owns with a mortgage
351
12.13%
Owns outright
179
6.19%
Total households: 2,894

Property prices in Bethnal Green North East

Based on 31 recent sales, the median property price is £418,000 in Bethnal Green North East area, with individual transactions ranging from £172,152 up to £1,080,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bethnal Green North East in the 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 North East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats30£421,500
Terraced1£412,500

10 years median price trend in Bethnal Green North East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bethnal Green North East.

Data Sources

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