Forest ward is located in the northeast of Waltham Forest, bordering Epping Forest. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced houses, semi-detached homes, and low-rise flats. Green spaces like Leyton Flats and Hollow Ponds provide outdoor recreation, with walking trails and a boating lake. The ward is served by several bus routes, connecting it to nearby areas such as Leytonstone and Walthamstow.
Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and pubs along Leytonstone High Road. The area has a community feel, with events often held at the Forest Road Youth Centre. Schools such as Norlington School for Boys and George Mitchell School serve the ward. Forest ward retains a quiet, suburban character while being within easy reach of central London via the nearby Overground and Tube stations.
On average Forest has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 104 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Forest is £55,153 per year. There are 4 schools in Forest: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.
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Forest Road
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Fulready Road
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Capworth Street
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Knotts Green Mews
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Atwell Close
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Peterborough Road
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Baker's Arms
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Goodman Road
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Hainault Road
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Baker's Arms
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Lake Road
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Keats Road
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Campion Road
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Griggs Road
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High Road Leyton
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Poppleton Road
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Dyson Road
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Beaumont Road
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Campion Road
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Beaumont Road
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Matlock Road
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Forest Drive West
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Fairlop Road
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Forest Road
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Maple Road
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Baker's Arms
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Whipps Cross
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Essex Road
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Capworth Street
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Lyndhurst Drive
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Hainault Road