Forest Gate North is a residential ward in the London Borough of Newham, located in the eastern part of the city. The area is characterised by a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, alongside more modern housing developments. It is well-connected by public transport, with Forest Gate railway station providing direct links to central London. The ward includes several green spaces, such as Wanstead Flats, which offers recreational areas and walking trails.
The local community is supported by a range of amenities, including independent shops, cafes, and schools. Forest Gate North has a diverse population, with a blend of long-term residents and newer arrivals. The area has seen gradual regeneration in recent years, with improvements to infrastructure and public spaces. While quieter than some neighbouring wards, it maintains a strong sense of local identity.
On average Forest Gate North has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Forest Gate North is £51,749 per year. There are 5 schools in Forest Gate North: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.
Based on 69 recent sales, the median property price is £550,000 in Forest Gate North area, with individual transactions ranging from £192,000 up to £950,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 12 | £367,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 5 | £540,000 |
| Terraced | 52 | £595,750 |
10 years price trend in Forest Gate North
E79DG
Cemetery Road
E79BJ
Dean Street
E70HD
Clinton Road
E70JE
Barwick Road
E79DA
Forest Lane
E70JD
Capel Road
E70LS
Tylney Road
E79DD
Tower Hamlets Road
E70EH
Carrington Gardens
E70JG
Barwick Road
E70JQ
Avenue Road
E70LD
Avenue Road
E79BP
Wellington Road
E79BX
Field Road
E79BD
Forest Gate West
E79DF
Magpie Close
E70AU
Fowler Road
E70DN
Forest Road
E70DX
Ingestre Road
E70EQ
Station Road
E70NG
Sebert Road
E70NP
Balmoral Road
E70BB
Woodgrange Road
E70DS
Clinton Road
E70HN
Norfolk Street
E70JH
Avenue Road
E79DE
Forest Lane
E70ED
Sidney Road
E70LH
Latimer Road
E70HP
Forest Gate North
E70DD
Leonard Road
E70HA
Forest Gate North
E70DA
Clare Gardens
E70HE
Macdonald Road
E70LX
Ridley Road
E79BB
Field Road
E79DQ
Wooder Gardens
E79RR
Blackwater Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.