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Shadwell North

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About

Shadwell North is a residential area in Tower Hamlets, located between Limehouse and Whitechapel. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, modern apartment blocks, and social housing estates. Shadwell Overground station provides transport links, connecting the area to central London and Canary Wharf. Local amenities include small shops, cafes, and convenience stores along Shadwell High Street.

The area has a strong community presence, with several schools, parks, and a public library serving residents. Shadwell Basin, a former dock, offers green space and water sports facilities. The population is diverse, with a blend of long-standing residents and newer arrivals. While quieter than nearby Whitechapel, Shadwell North retains an urban character with pockets of redevelopment.

Area overview

On average Shadwell North has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 115 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 53.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shadwell North is £46,600 per year. There are 5 schools in Shadwell North: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
115
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
53.7%
Connectivity
9/10

Area Profile

Shadwell North Population
7,054
Population density
20,863.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Bangladeshi
3,860
54.71%
British
1,068
15.14%
Other White
624
8.84%
African
300
4.25%
Other
182
2.58%
Total population: 7,055

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
849
35.51%
Private landlord or letting agency
601
25.14%
Social rents from council
477
19.95%
Owns with a mortgage
216
9.03%
Owns outright
145
6.06%
Total households: 2,391

Property prices in Shadwell North

Based on 13 recent sales, the median property price is £425,000 in Shadwell North area, with individual transactions ranging from £265,000 up to £1,010,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Shadwell North 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 Shadwell North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats9£382,500
Terraced4£708,500

10 years median price trend in Shadwell North

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

All postcodes in Shadwell North

E12PD

Martha Street

E1W3DY

Brodlove Lane

E10BD

Sutton Street

E12BE

Sly Street

E1W3HT

Shadwell North

E10AF

Johnson Street

E10DP

Commercial Road

E12FE

Barnett Street

E12LA

Flintlock Close

E12LF

Shadwell North

E12NT

Bigland Street

Data Sources

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