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Plaistow South

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About

Plaistow South is a residential ward in the London Borough of Newham, located in the eastern part of the city. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with some low-rise apartment blocks. It is well-connected by public transport, with Plaistow Underground station providing access to the District and Hammersmith & City lines. The ward includes several green spaces, such as Plaistow Park and Memorial Recreation Ground, which serve as local hubs for recreation.

The area has a mix of local shops, cafes, and takeaways along Barking Road and other main streets. Schools, community centres, and healthcare facilities are within easy reach for residents. Plaistow South has a high population density, reflecting its urban character, and is part of a borough known for its cultural diversity. The ward is bordered by Canning Town to the west and East Ham to the east, placing it within easy reach of broader amenities in Newham.

Area overview

On average Plaistow South has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Plaistow South is £49,174 per year. There are 7 schools in Plaistow South: 3 primary (2 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
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
112
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
26.9%
Connectivity
6/10

Area Profile

Plaistow South Population
13,173
Population density
11,272.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,331
17.69%
Bangladeshi
2,126
16.14%
Other White
2,088
15.85%
African
1,731
13.14%
Pakistani
930
7.06%
Total population: 13,176

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,272
30.12%
Owns with a mortgage
1,018
24.11%
Owns outright
689
16.32%
Social rents from council
651
15.42%
Other social rented
390
9.24%
Total households: 4,223

Property prices in Plaistow South

Based on 51 recent sales, the median property price is £410,000 in Plaistow South area, with individual transactions ranging from £185,000 up to £835,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Plaistow 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 Plaistow South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats2£339,000
Semi-Detached3£440,000
Terraced46£412,500

10 years median price trend in Plaistow South

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/10/2025.