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Hackney Wick

About

Hackney Wick is a ward in the London Borough of Hackney, located in the northeastern part of the city. It sits along the River Lea and borders the Olympic Park, making it a key area for regeneration and development. The ward is known for its industrial heritage, with many former warehouses now repurposed as creative studios and workspaces. Public transport links include Hackney Wick Overground station, providing easy access to central London.

The area has a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with a growing number of housing developments alongside longstanding industrial sites. Hackney Wick is also home to several parks and green spaces, including Victoria Park and the Lee Valley Navigation. The ward has a strong arts and culture scene, with numerous galleries, street art, and events hosted in the area. Its proximity to the Olympic Park has brought increased investment and attention in recent years.

Area overview

On average Hackney Wick has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 198 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 46.5% 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 £50,836 per year. There are 5 schools in Hackney Wick: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
198
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
46.5%
Connectivity
6/10
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