Cable Street is in London and in Tower Hamlets district. E1 8HX is located in the Whitechapel electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poplar and Limehouse. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cable Street, London, E1 8HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E1 8NU, E1 0EX, E1 8HS, E1 0EY, E1 8HP, E1 8NS, E1 0BJ, E1 2QP, E1 1QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around E1 8HX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.3% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.7% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around E1 8HX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.1% | 59.4% | 15.3% | 37.9% | 21.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 33.8% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -10.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 0.9% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 1.5% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -7.6% |
| Widowed | 6% | 3% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.8% | 50.9% | 15.1% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 43.2% | 33.8% | -9.4% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 12% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 2.2% | -3.7% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.3% | 22% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 7.8% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.2% | 7.6% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 12% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 47.3% | 19.4% | 33.8% | 13.5% |
| Other | 10.2% | 1.5% | -8.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 28.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 65.1% | 49.2% | -15.9% | 1.1% | 48.1% |
| Chinese | 0.2% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 3.4% | 4.6% | 1.2% | 2.5% | 2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 18.9% | 28.8% | 9.9% | 81.4% | -52.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, just 44.7% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 51.6% | 44.7% | -6.9% | 83.2% | -38.5% |
| European Union | 7.5% | 17.9% | 10.4% | 6.1% | 11.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 35.6% | 28.2% | -7.4% | 5.6% | 22.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 44.7% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 23.6% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 51.1% | 44.7% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -38.5% |
| 10+ Years | 6.8% | 23.6% | 16.8% | 9.8% | 13.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.3% | 11.3% | 7.0% | 2.9% | 8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.3% | 10.8% | 5.5% | 2.2% | 8.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 32.4% | 9.6% | -22.8% | 1.9% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.2% | 76.7% | -10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 8.5% | 0.6% | 7.9% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 5.6% | 1.2% | 4.4% |
| South-East Asia | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| British Overseas Territories | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 2% | 13.5% | -11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.2% | 37.2% | -17.0% |
| Christian | 20.4% | 46.2% | -25.8% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 52.4% | 6.5% | 45.9% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cable Street was 53.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.5% lower than the St Katharine's & Wapping average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cable Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in St Katharine's & Wapping and the 107th lowest crime rate of 710 local areas in Tower Hamlets .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 Noble Court Cable Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-11-30 | £343,810 |
| Flat 10 Noble Court Cable Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-05-16 | £363,469 |
| Flat 15 Noble Court Cable Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2005-11-18 | £353,006 |
| Flat 14 Noble Court Cable Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2004-08-13 | £349,265 |
E1 8HX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in E1 8HX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 193 |
| Part-Time Employee | 59 |
| Looking after home or family | 45 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Other | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 19 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Church Nursery School Walter Terrace , Stepney E1 0RJ | 4out of 4 | 1,553 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alice Model Nursery School 14 Beaumont Grove , Stepney E1 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbia Market Nursery School Columbia Road , Bethnal Green E2 7PG | 4out of 4 | 2,208 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Roberts Nursery School Harford Street , Stepney E1 4PZ | 4out of 4 | 2,233 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kintore Way Nursery School and Children's Centre Grange Road , SE1 3BW | 4out of 4 | 2,270 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Whitechapel Church of England Primary School Wellclose Square , Stepney E1 8HY | 4out of 4 | 226 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Gosling Primary School Fairclough Street , E1 1NT | 3out of 4 | 327 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bigland Green Primary School Bigland Street , Wapping E1 2ND | 4out of 4 | 368 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kobi Nazrul Primary School Settles Street , Whitechapel E1 1JP | 3out of 4 | 560 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs Roman Catholic Primary School St Mark Street , Wapping E1 8DJ | 3out of 4 | 628 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Enterprise Academy 81-91 Commercial Road , Whitechapel E1 1RD | 1out of 4 | 449 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mulberry School for Girls Richard Street , Commercial Road E1 2JP | 4out of 4 | 457 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Wapping High School 153 Commercial Road , E1 2DA | 3out of 4 | 479 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Girls' School 352 Commercial Road , E1 0LB | 4out of 4 | 980 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Boys' School 352 Commercial Road , E1 0LB | 3out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers' Educational Association 4 Luke Street , EC2A 4XW | - not rated | 2,025 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New City College Poplar High Street , Poplar E14 0AF | - not rated | 3,567 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley College 61 Westminster Bridge Road , Waterloo SE1 7HT | - not rated | 3,861 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College London Maths School 80 Kennington Road , SE11 6NJ | - not rated | 4,091 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City Lit Keeley Street , Covent Garden WC2B 4BA | - not rated | 4,281 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 2,807 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Way Trust School 125 St Paul's Way , E3 4FT | 4out of 4 | 3,079 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bobby Moore Academy 1 Siding Street , Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park E20 2AE | - not rated | 4,821 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buttercup Primary School 181 Cannon Street Road , E1 2LX | - not rated | 371 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jamiatul Ummah School 56 Bigland Street , Shadwell E1 2ND | - not rated | 421 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Green Gables Montessori Primary School 4 Wapping Lane , E1W 2RG | - not rated | 480 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Madani Secondary Girls' School Myrdle Street , E1 1HL | - not rated | 518 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Date Palm Primary School 60 Nelsons Street , First Floor E1 2DE | - not rated | 581 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gentlemen Baristas Roastery | Railway Arch 104, Cannon Street Road | 111 yd | |
| The Monster Grill (TMG) | 54 Cannon Street Road | 133 yd | |
| McDonalds | 102 The Highway | 225 yd | |
| Cafe Des Amis | 9 Pennington Street | 267 yd | |
| Mg Grill | 135 Cannon Street Road | 274 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Spaces Ltd | Unit 2, 110 Pennington Street | 217 yd | |
| Dog & Truck | 72 Back Church Lane | 432 yd | |
| Champagne Route | 30 Gauging Square | 468 yd | |
| Brown Bear | Brown Bear Public House, 139 Leman Street | 484 yd | |
| Sir Sydney Smith | 22 Dock Street | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi & Teppanyaki Hse,Fiamma Pizza,Hong Long,The Green Leaf (Thai) | 113 Railway Arches, Chapman Street | 121 yd | |
| Chilli Legend,Tasty Malatang, I Noodle Club | 115 Chapman Street | 144 yd | |
| St George-in-the-East Church Open Table | Parish Office, St George-In-The-East Church, 14 Cannon Street Road | 217 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 50 The Highway | 227 yd | |
| Banoful | 159 Cannon Street Road | 274 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanraj Limited | 77-101 The Highway | 217 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit 1 Vaughan Way | 446 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | 41 Thomas More Street | 521 yd | |
| Iceland | 1-11 Watney Market | 524 yd | |
| Tesco | 226-228 Commercial Road | 554 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ensign WELLCLOSE SQUARE | 299 yd | |
| Bigland Green Primary School BIGLAND STREET | artificial grass pitch | 323 yd |
| St George'S Leisure Centre THE HIGHWAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 324 yd |
| Jamiatul Ummah School BIGLAND STREET | 339 yd | |
| Mulberry Sports & Leisure Centre FENTON STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 467 yd |
| Urbanfitness London (Aldgate) HOOPER STREET | health and fitness suite | 527 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (London Thomas More Square) THOMAS MORE SQUARE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 551 yd |
| Tarling East Community Centre MARTHA STREET | grass pitches | 579 yd |
| The Tower Bridge Health And Fitness Club PRESCOT STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 725 yd |
| John Orwell Sports Centre TENCH STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 743 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 111.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.