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Hackney Downs

About

Hackney Downs is a residential ward in the London Borough of Hackney, located in the northeastern part of the borough. The area is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, social housing, and modern developments. Hackney Downs Park, a large green space, serves as a central feature of the ward, offering sports facilities, playgrounds, and open areas for recreation. The park is a focal point for community events and outdoor activities.

Transport links in Hackney Downs include Hackney Downs railway station, providing connections to Liverpool Street and Stratford, as well as several bus routes. The ward has a range of local shops, cafes, and pubs, particularly along Amhurst Road and nearby Mare Street. Schools and community centres contribute to the area's neighbourhood feel, while its proximity to Hackney Central and Dalston adds to its accessibility. The ward has seen gradual changes in recent years, with new developments blending into its existing urban fabric.

Area overview

On average Hackney Downs has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 124 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 40.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hackney Downs is £52,546 per year. There are 9 schools in Hackney Downs: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

124

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

8/10

Area Profile

Hackney Downs Population

12,998

Population density

12,761.9 per km²

Demographics

British

4,014

30.88%

Other White

1,822

14.02%

African

1,577

12.13%

Caribbean

1,164

8.96%

Other

834

6.42%

Total population: 12,998

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,495

27.84%

Social rents from council

1,098

20.45%

Other social rented

1,063

19.8%

Owns with a mortgage

996

18.55%

Owns outright

500

9.31%

Total households: 5,370

Property prices in Hackney Downs

Based on 92 recent sales, the median property price is £586,000 in Hackney Downs area, with individual transactions ranging from £199,000 up to £2,000,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Downs over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	78	£550,000	£314,582	£467,500	£723,750	£880,000
Semi-Detached	1	£1,085,000	£1,085,000	£1,085,000	£1,085,000	£1,085,000
Terraced	13	£1,250,000	£370,000	£800,000	£1,575,000	£1,880,000

10 years median price trend in Hackney Downs

All postcodes in Hackney Downs

E58TT

Lower Clapton Road

E58QS

Muir Road

E58RQ

Geldeston Road

N167BS

Maury Road

N167BJ

Norcott Road

N167ST

Benthal Road

Data Sources

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

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