Postcode E3 5GW is located in a major urban area, within the Bow West ward of Tower Hamlets in the London region , and forms part of the Bow West area. It has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 168.3 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income of residents in Bow West is £61,200 per year. The nearest station is Mile End located about 0.2 miles away. There are 10 primary and 2 secondary schools in the area. There are 6 parks nearby, closest large park is Mile End Park.
Bow West has a moderate level of deprivation, ranked at position 13,752 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 42% most deprived areas in England.
Bow West has a very high crime rate, with approximately 168.3 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 12.7% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 34.2% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income of residents in Bow West is £61,200 per year.
Moderate noise level (65.0-69.9 dB) from rail, approximately 196 ft away from E3 5GW.
Bow West near E3 5GW has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
Based on 85 recent sales, the median property price is £600,000 in Bow West area, with individual transactions ranging from £265,000 up to £1,550,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 52 | £487,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 1 | £765,000 |
| Terraced | 32 | £1,030,000 |
10 years price trend in Bow West
In the E3 5GW postcode area, located within Bow West, there are 10 primary and 2 secondary schools in close proximity.
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.