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Harold Hill East

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About

Harold Hill East is a residential neighbourhood characterised by post-war housing estates, primarily built to accommodate London's expanding population after the Second World War. The layout is defined by a network of cul-de-sacs and avenues, with a mix of semi-detached houses and low-rise flats. Green spaces are integrated throughout, with local parks and playing fields providing open areas for recreation.

The area is anchored by the large Central Park, which features sports facilities, a children's playground, and a community centre. A specific local landmark is the 'Harold Hill Festival,' an annual community event held in the park that brings together residents and local organisations. Daily life centres on local parades of shops offering essential services, with several primary schools and a library serving the community.

Area overview

On average Harold Hill East has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 48.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Harold Hill East is £58,436 per year. There are 1 schools in Harold Hill East: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity. Harold Hill East is home to around 11,457 people, with a population density of about 8,433.6 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
87
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
48%
Connectivity
3/10

Area Profile

Harold Hill East Population
11,457
Population density
8,433.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
41.02(+35%)
Anti-social behaviour
27.06(+2%)
Shoplifting
14.23(+41%)
Drugs
8.29(+36%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.16(+25%)
London average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,850
59.78%
African
1,398
12.2%
Other White
1,062
9.27%
Caribbean
251
2.19%
Indian
244
2.13%
Total population: 11,458

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,175
26.02%
No qualifications
1,960
23.44%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,304
15.6%
Level 3 (A level)
1,192
14.26%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,088
13.01%
Total 16+ residents: 8,360

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,719
40.08%
Owns with a mortgage
1,043
24.32%
Owns outright
573
13.36%
Private landlord or letting agency
492
11.47%
Other social rented
321
7.48%
Total households: 4,289

Property prices in Harold Hill East

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 in Harold Hill East area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £511,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Harold Hill East 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 Harold Hill East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats18£201,000
Semi-Detached11£420,000
Terraced38£380,000

10 years median price trend in Harold Hill East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Harold Hill East.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.