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Canning Town South & Bow Creek

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About

Canning Town South & Bow Creek is a mixed-use area in Newham, located along the northern bank of the River Thames. The area is characterized by industrial sites, residential developments, and green spaces like the Bow Creek Ecology Park. Transport links include the DLR and Jubilee Line, providing connections to central London and Docklands. The Lea River and Bow Creek waterways define the landscape, with ongoing regeneration projects reshaping the area.

The district has a blend of older housing estates and newer apartment complexes, reflecting its transition from industrial to residential use. Local amenities include schools, community centers, and retail parks, catering to a growing population. The area's proximity to Canning Town station and the A13 makes it accessible, while the waterways offer walking and cycling routes. Industrial heritage remains visible, with some warehouses and factories still in operation alongside modern developments.

Area overview

On average Canning Town South & Bow Creek has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 196 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 33.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Canning Town South & Bow Creek is £59,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Canning Town South & Bow Creek: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
196
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
33.3%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

Canning Town South & Bow Creek Population
13,098
Population density
6,901.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,803
21.4%
Other White
2,515
19.2%
African
2,045
15.61%
Indian
1,202
9.18%
Bangladeshi
819
6.25%
Total population: 13,097

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,391
43.89%
Social rents from council
1,012
18.58%
Owns with a mortgage
829
15.22%
Other social rented
585
10.74%
Owns outright
310
5.69%
Total households: 5,448

Property prices in Canning Town South & Bow Creek

Based on 126 recent sales, the median property price is £445,000 in Canning Town South & Bow Creek area, with individual transactions ranging from £98,750 up to £750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Canning Town South & Bow Creek 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 Canning Town South & Bow Creek over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats116£437,250
Terraced10£512,500

10 years median price trend in Canning Town South & Bow Creek

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Canning Town South & Bow Creek.

All postcodes in Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E161UX

Tidal Basin Road

E163BT

Sandstone Lane

E161YP

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E163AP

Coolfin Road

E163QJ

Butchers Road

E164ES

Bidder Street

E161FE

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E161HZ

Ford Street

E161QS

Bothwell Close

E161YJ

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E163AE

Elbury Drive

E163QA

Appleby Road

E164DY

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E164ST

Bidder Street

E161JS

Fen Street

E161AQ

Western Gateway

E161NY

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E161HQ

Formunt Close

E161LL

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E161LX

Killip Close

E161NB

Murdock Close

E161XD

Caxton Street North

E161XH

Caxton Street North

E163AR

Freemasons Road

E161EZ

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E161ER

Fox Road

E161PT

Butchers Road

E161AY

Western Gateway

E161AL

Western Gateway

E161BE

Brunel Street

E161FD

Western Gateway

E161LN

Gorse Close

E161QT

Fife Road

E161RT

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E161YW

St Luke's Square

E161ZB

Caxton Street North

E163AL

Murray Square

E164NA

Clifford Road

E164NE

Beaconsfield Road

E169EU

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E161LZ

Vincent Street

E161BN

Western Gateway

E161JL

Caxton Street North

E161JQ

Fox Road

E161LF

Mason Close

E163AF

Gill Avenue

E169BY

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E161AZ

Seagull Lane

E161DD

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E161NF

Butchers Road

E161RU

Canning Town South & Bow Creek

E161YX

Western Gateway

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/10/2025.