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Stepney Green

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About

Stepney Green is a residential area in Tower Hamlets, located east of central London. The area is known for its mix of historic buildings and modern developments, with terraced houses and low-rise flats lining the streets. Stepney Green Park provides a quiet green space, while the nearby Stepney Green Underground station offers easy access to the District and Hammersmith & City lines.

The area has a strong sense of community, with local shops, cafes, and schools serving residents. Stepney Green is close to Mile End and Whitechapel, making it convenient for shopping and dining. The area’s history is reflected in landmarks like St Dunstan’s Church, one of the oldest in London. Stepney Green balances urban living with pockets of greenery, making it a practical choice for those seeking a quieter part of Tower Hamlets.

Area overview

On average Stepney Green has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 131 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 44.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stepney Green is £46,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Stepney Green: 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
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
131
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
44.8%
Connectivity
8/10

Area Profile

Stepney Green Population
8,343
Population density
18,799 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Bangladeshi
3,910
46.88%
British
1,774
21.27%
Other White
790
9.47%
African
299
3.59%
Other
294
3.53%
Total population: 8,340

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
923
30.27%
Private landlord or letting agency
850
27.88%
Social rents from council
463
15.19%
Owns with a mortgage
402
13.18%
Owns outright
280
9.18%
Total households: 3,049

Property prices in Stepney Green

Based on 47 recent sales, the median property price is £430,000 in Stepney Green area, with individual transactions ranging from £264,825 up to £1,235,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Stepney Green 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 Stepney Green over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats40£425,000
Terraced7£630,000

10 years median price trend in Stepney Green

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Stepney Green.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.