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Poplar West

About

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.

Area overview

On average Poplar West has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 123 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 39.8% 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.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

123

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

7/10

Area Profile

Poplar West Population

10,801

Population density

18,539.3 per km²

Demographics

Bangladeshi

4,705

43.55%

British

2,012

18.62%

Other White

1,349

12.49%

African

612

5.67%

Other

268

2.48%

Total population: 10,803

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,209

30.62%

Social rents from council

983

24.9%

Other social rented

807

20.44%

Owns with a mortgage

488

12.36%

Owns outright

260

6.59%

Total households: 3,948

Property prices in Poplar West

Based on 46 recent sales, the median property price is £360,000 in Poplar West area, with individual transactions ranging from £136,000 up to £870,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Poplar West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	41	£350,000	£270,000	£315,000	£410,000	£480,000
Terraced	5	£625,000	£511,000	£555,000	£821,000	£860,200

10 years median price trend in Poplar West

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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