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Hackney Wick

About

Hackney Wick is a neighborhood in East London, located along the Regent’s Canal and bordering the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The area is known for its industrial past, with many warehouses and factories now repurposed as creative studios, galleries, and workspaces. The canal and nearby green spaces, like Victoria Park, provide a contrast to the urban landscape.

Hackney Wick has a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with a growing number of cafes, bars, and street food venues. The area attracts artists and young professionals due to its relatively affordable rents compared to central London. Public transport links include Overground stations and bus routes, connecting it to other parts of the city. The legacy of the 2012 Olympics has also influenced development in the area.

Area overview

On average Hackney Wick has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 238 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 41.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hackney Wick is £51,300 per year. There are 3 schools in Hackney Wick: 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.

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
238
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
41.6%
Connectivity
6/10
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