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Portsoken

About

Portsoken is a small ward in the eastern part of the City of London, bordering the Tower of London and Aldgate. It covers an area of around 0.2 square kilometers, making it one of the city's more compact wards. Historically, it was one of the original wards established in the medieval period, with roots tracing back to the 12th century. The ward includes parts of the Minories and Goodman’s Fields, blending historic sites with modern developments.

Portsoken is home to several notable landmarks, including the Tower Hill Memorial and the remains of the Roman city wall. The ward has a mix of commercial and residential properties, with office buildings alongside older housing stock. Transport links are strong, with Aldgate and Tower Hill stations providing access to the Underground and Overground networks. The area’s proximity to the Tower of London and St Katharine Docks adds to its historical and economic significance.

Area overview

On average Portsoken has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 2559 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 59.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Portsoken is £101,800 per year. There are 1 schools in Portsoken: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
2559
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
59%
Connectivity
10/10

Property prices in Portsoken

Based on 9 recent sales, the median property price is £1,065,000 in Portsoken area, with individual transactions ranging from £745,000 up to £1,400,000.
By property type: flats at £1,065,000 no other property types are sold in Portsoken.

10 years price trend in Portsoken

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.