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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.

Data Sources

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