Poplar West is a residential area in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, located near the northern edge of the Isle of Dogs. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of social and private homes. It is bordered by the Limehouse Cut canal to the north and the A12 road to the west, providing transport links to central London and beyond. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small convenience stores, catering to the needs of residents.
The area has undergone regeneration in recent years, with new developments adding to the housing stock. Poplar West is close to Canary Wharf, making it a practical location for commuters. Green spaces like Bartlett Park offer recreational opportunities, while the nearby Limehouse Cut provides walking and cycling routes. The area retains an industrial character in parts, reflecting its historical ties to the docks and manufacturing.
On average Poplar West has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 122 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 39.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Poplar West is £48,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Poplar West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.
Based on 42 recent sales, the median property price is £385,000 in Poplar West area, with individual transactions ranging from £136,000 up to £870,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 37 | £354,000 |
| Terraced | 5 | £625,000 |
10 years price trend in Poplar West
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Wade's Place
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Pekin Street
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Lindfield Street
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Stainsby Road
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Castor Lane
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Poplar High Street
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Dingle Gardens
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Canton Street
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Dod Street
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Morant Street
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Birchfield Street
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Finchs Court
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Saracen Street
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Hind Grove
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Cotton Street
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Dod Street
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Stainsby Road
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St Anne's Row
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Dod Street
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Dod Street
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Birchfield Street
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Simpson's Road
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Poplar High Street
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Hale Street
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Poplar West
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Farrance Street
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Dod Street
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Dod Street
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Poplar West
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Castor Lane
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Wade's Place
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Ming Street
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Castor Lane
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Lindfield Street
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Farrance Street
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Commercial Road
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Rosefield Gardens
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Poplar High Street
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Poplar West
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Pelling Street
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Kemps Drive
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Dod Street
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Castor Lane
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Lindfield Street
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Canton Street
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Cotton Street
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Saracen Street
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Rosefield Gardens
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Cotton Street
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Stainsby Road
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Dod Street
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Farrance Street
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Dod Street
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Rugg Street
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Simpson's Road
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Poplar High Street
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Castor Lane
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Saltwell Street
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Hind Grove
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Cotton Street
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Cotton Street
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Morant Street
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Stainsby Road
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Bartlett Close
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Finchs Court
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Hale Street
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Chrisp Street
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Poplar West
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.