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Forest Gate West

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About

Forest Gate West is a residential area in the London Borough of Newham, located near Wanstead Flats and the larger Forest Gate neighborhood. The area features a mix of Victorian and Edwardian houses, alongside more modern housing developments. It is well-connected by public transport, with Forest Gate railway station providing direct links to central London. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and green spaces like Plashet Park.

The area has a strong sense of community, with cultural diversity reflected in its businesses and events. Schools and healthcare facilities are within easy reach, making it practical for families. While quieter than some parts of Newham, Forest Gate West benefits from its proximity to larger hubs like Stratford. The open spaces of Wanstead Flats offer recreational opportunities, adding to the area's appeal.

Area overview

On average Forest Gate West has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 150 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 30.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Forest Gate West is £50,900 per year. There are 5 schools in Forest Gate West: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
150
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
30.7%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

Forest Gate West Population
8,076
Population density
11,631.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Other White
1,578
19.54%
British
1,398
17.31%
Bangladeshi
1,225
15.17%
African
998
12.36%
Pakistani
499
6.18%
Total population: 8,074

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,014
35.28%
Other social rented
508
17.68%
Owns with a mortgage
504
17.54%
Social rents from council
395
13.74%
Owns outright
347
12.07%
Total households: 2,874

Property prices in Forest Gate West

Based on 35 recent sales, the median property price is £390,000 in Forest Gate West area, with individual transactions ranging from £214,000 up to £640,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Forest Gate West 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 West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats23£350,000
Terraced12£530,500

10 years median price trend in Forest Gate West

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

All postcodes in Forest Gate West

E79AP

Earlham Grove

E79RR

Blackwater Close

Data Sources

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