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Dalston East

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About

Dalston East is a neighborhood in the London Borough of Hackney, known for its mix of residential and commercial spaces. The area features a blend of Victorian and modern architecture, with terraced houses and apartment blocks lining the streets. Ridley Road Market, a long-standing local landmark, offers fresh produce, clothing, and household goods, reflecting the area's multicultural community.

Transport links include Dalston Kingsland and Dalston Junction stations, providing Overground services to central London and beyond. The area has a range of independent shops, cafes, and bars, alongside larger retail chains. Green spaces like Dalston Eastern Curve Garden provide a quiet retreat from the busy streets. Dalston East has seen gradual development, with new housing projects and cultural venues adding to its evolving character.

Area overview

On average Dalston East has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 147 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dalston East is £62,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Dalston East: 3 primary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
147
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
37.1%
Connectivity
8/10

Area Profile

Dalston East Population
9,217
Population density
13,870.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,613
39.2%
Other White
1,401
15.2%
African
994
10.78%
Caribbean
787
8.54%
Other
470
5.1%
Total population: 9,217

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,029
25.1%
Other social rented
928
22.64%
Owns with a mortgage
730
17.81%
Social rents from council
655
15.98%
Owns outright
558
13.61%
Total households: 4,099

Property prices in Dalston East

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £655,000 in Dalston East area, with individual transactions ranging from £168,750 up to £5,300,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Dalston 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 Dalston East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£1,267,500
Flats52£573,000
Semi-Detached5£2,370,000
Terraced12£1,515,000

10 years median price trend in Dalston East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Dalston East.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.