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Forest Gate South

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About

Forest Gate South is a residential area in the London Borough of Newham, located near Wanstead Flats and the border with Redbridge. The area features a mix of Victorian and Edwardian houses, alongside more modern developments. It is well-connected by public transport, with Forest Gate railway station providing direct links to central London. Local amenities include shops, cafes, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The area is known for its proximity to open spaces like Wanstead Flats, offering recreational opportunities. Schools and community facilities are within easy reach, making it a practical choice for families. Forest Gate South has seen gradual regeneration, with new housing projects adding to its character. The blend of historic architecture and contemporary developments gives the area a distinct identity.

Area overview

On average Forest Gate South has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 146 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Forest Gate South is £45,600 per year. There are 4 schools in Forest Gate South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
146
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
21.2%
Connectivity
6/10

Area Profile

Forest Gate South Population
9,544
Population density
16,184.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Bangladeshi
2,525
26.45%
Indian
1,921
20.13%
Pakistani
1,348
14.12%
Other White
818
8.57%
African
735
7.7%
Total population: 9,545

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,094
39.59%
Owns outright
531
19.22%
Owns with a mortgage
387
14.01%
Social rents from council
281
10.17%
Other social rented
269
9.74%
Total households: 2,763

Property prices in Forest Gate South

Based on 18 recent sales, the median property price is £412,500 in Forest Gate South area, with individual transactions ranging from £135,000 up to £709,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Forest Gate South 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 Forest Gate South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats8£273,510
Terraced10£541,500

10 years median price trend in Forest Gate South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Forest Gate South.

All postcodes in Forest Gate South

E78JQ

Green Street

E78BJ

Vale Road

E79NX

Studley Road

E79LJ

Disraeli Road

Data Sources

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