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Leytonstone

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About

Leytonstone is a ward in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, located in northeast London. It is bordered by Leyton to the west and Wanstead to the east, with connections to central London via the Central Line. The area features a mix of residential streets, local shops, and green spaces, including Hollow Ponds and parts of Epping Forest. Leytonstone High Road serves as a central hub with independent businesses, cafes, and pubs.

The ward has a strong cultural identity, with ties to filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock, who was born here. Leytonstone Underground station provides easy access to Stratford and central London, making it a practical location for commuters. The area also hosts community events and markets, reflecting its local character. Housing ranges from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to a variety of residents.

Area overview

On average Leytonstone has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 147 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leytonstone is £59,986 per year. There are 4 schools in Leytonstone: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
147
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
15.9%
Connectivity
8/10

Area Profile

Leytonstone Population
12,238
Population density
9,334.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,230
34.56%
Other White
2,261
18.47%
Indian
1,072
8.76%
Pakistani
923
7.54%
Caribbean
602
4.92%
Total population: 12,239

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,653
34.32%
Owns with a mortgage
1,233
25.6%
Owns outright
1,014
21.05%
Other social rented
607
12.6%
Social rents from council
155
3.22%
Total households: 4,817

Property prices in Leytonstone

Based on 121 recent sales, the median property price is £542,500 in Leytonstone area, with individual transactions ranging from £149,000 up to £1,700,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Leytonstone 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 Leytonstone over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£825,000
Flats64£387,500
Semi-Detached9£945,000
Terraced47£850,000

10 years median price trend in Leytonstone

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.