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Lansbury

About

Lansbury ward is located in the eastern part of Tower Hamlets, near Poplar and Limehouse. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of social housing and private developments. It is named after George Lansbury, a prominent Labour Party leader and social reformer. The ward includes parts of the Chrisp Street Market area, one of the first purpose-built pedestrian shopping zones in the UK.

Transport links in Lansbury ward are convenient, with All Saints DLR station providing access to central London and Canary Wharf. The area has several green spaces, including Bartlett Park, which offers recreational facilities. Local schools and community centers serve the predominantly working-class population. The ward has seen gradual redevelopment, blending post-war housing with newer builds.

Area overview

On average Lansbury has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 121 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 44.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lansbury is £48,470 per year. There are 7 schools in Lansbury: 6 primary (6 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
121
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
44.9%
Connectivity
5/10
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