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Hackney Central

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About

Hackney Central ward is located in the heart of the London Borough of Hackney. The area is known for its mix of residential and commercial spaces, with a focus on local businesses and community hubs. Mare Street serves as the main thoroughfare, lined with shops, cafes, and the Hackney Town Hall. The ward includes parts of the Regent's Canal, offering green spaces and walking routes.

Transport links are well-served by Hackney Central Overground station, providing connections to central London and beyond. The area has a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments. Cultural spots like Hackney Empire and Hackney Museum add to the local character. Markets, including Hackney Central Market, contribute to the ward's everyday activity.

Area overview

On average Hackney Central has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 173 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 43.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hackney Central is £54,159 per year. There are 2 schools in Hackney Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
173
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
43.3%
Connectivity
9/10

Area Profile

Hackney Central Population
12,719
Population density
16,342 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,731
29.33%
African
1,840
14.47%
Other White
1,833
14.41%
Caribbean
1,117
8.78%
Other
870
6.84%
Total population: 12,719

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
1,934
33.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,507
26.49%
Social rents from council
804
14.13%
Owns with a mortgage
790
13.88%
Owns outright
442
7.77%
Total households: 5,690

Property prices in Hackney Central

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £540,000 in Hackney Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £306,500 up to £5,300,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hackney Central 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 Hackney Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats86£500,500
Semi-Detached3£1,222,000
Terraced10£706,500

10 years median price trend in Hackney Central

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hackney Central.

All postcodes in Hackney Central

E81EU

Sylvester Road

E81HH

Reading Lane

E82HG

Amhurst Road & Pembury Estate

E82HQ

Amhurst Road & Pembury Estate

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.