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About

Tower ward is located in the eastern part of the City of London, near the River Thames. It includes landmarks such as the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, which attract visitors from around the world. The area has a mix of historic sites and modern office buildings, reflecting its long history as a commercial and defensive hub.

The ward is home to a small residential population but primarily serves as a business district. It features narrow streets and alleys, some dating back to medieval times, alongside contemporary developments. Transport links include Tower Hill Underground station, providing access to the District and Circle lines. The ward's proximity to the river has shaped its identity, with waterfront spaces offering views of the Thames.

Area overview

On average Tower has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 2338 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Tower is £101,800 per year. There are 1 schools in Tower: 0 primary (0 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
2338
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
17%
Connectivity
10/10

Property prices in Tower

Based on 10 recent sales, the median property price is £525,000 in Tower area, with individual transactions ranging from £385,000 up to £1,000,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Tower 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 Tower over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats10£525,000

10 years median price trend in Tower

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

All postcodes in Tower

EC3R8HN

Cross Lane

Data Sources

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