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Leyton South

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About

Leyton South is a residential area in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, located near the border with Newham. The area is characterised by a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, alongside more modern housing developments. It is well-connected by public transport, with Leyton and Leytonstone Underground stations providing access to the Central Line. The nearby Lea Valley offers green spaces and walking routes along the River Lea.

The area has a range of local amenities, including independent shops, cafes, and supermarkets along Leyton High Road. Leyton South is close to Leyton Orient Football Club's stadium, adding a sporting focus to the community. Schools and healthcare facilities are within easy reach, catering to families and long-term residents. The area retains a quiet, suburban feel while being just a short journey from central London.

Area overview

On average Leyton South has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 156 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 35.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leyton South is £50,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Leyton South: 3 primary (2 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
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
156
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
35%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

Leyton South Population
10,299
Population density
5,894.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,175
21.12%
Other White
1,867
18.13%
Pakistani
1,315
12.77%
African
1,021
9.91%
Caribbean
847
8.22%
Total population: 10,298

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,150
30.14%
Other social rented
919
24.09%
Owns with a mortgage
737
19.32%
Owns outright
579
15.18%
Social rents from council
210
5.5%
Total households: 3,815

Property prices in Leyton South

Based on 105 recent sales, the median property price is £457,500 in Leyton South area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,500 up to £920,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Leyton South 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 Leyton South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats74£422,500
Semi-Detached2£567,500
Terraced29£580,000

10 years median price trend in Leyton South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Leyton South.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.