On average Hackney Downs has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 98 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 40.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hackney Downs is £68,056 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. Hackney Downs is home to around 12,998 people, with a population density of about 12,761.9 per km2.
Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £600,000 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)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 72 | £546,250 |
| Semi-Detached | 1 | £1,085,000 |
| Terraced | 15 | £1,263,000 |
10 years median price trend in Hackney Downs
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.