Thant Close is in London and in Waltham Forest district. E10 5PJ is located in the Leyton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leyton and Wanstead. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thant Close, London, E10 5PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E10 5NT, E10 5NX, E10 5FA, E10 5RZ, E10 5FU, E10 5NL, E10 5NW, E10 5NU, E10 5NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around E10 5PJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51.8% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.9% | 48.2% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 E10 5PJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.3% 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 | 53.2% | 53.3% | 0.1% | 37.9% | 15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.7% | 30.8% | 0.1% | 44.2% | -13.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 5.8% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.1% | 48.2% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 39.7% | 7.5% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 11% | 9.2% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 2.1% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 53.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.7% | 15.1% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 7.6% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.1% | 6.7% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 11.8% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.4% | 53.8% | 17.4% | 33.8% | 20.0% |
| Other | 14.2% | 2.5% | -11.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 44% 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 | 1.9% | 4.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 3.2% |
| Chinese | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 6.1% | 5% | -1.1% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 6.9% | 3.5% | -3.4% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 6.1% | 8.5% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 6.9% |
| Black African | 13.5% | 3.5% | -10.0% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.2% | 5.7% | 0.5% | 1.0% | 4.7% |
| Other Black | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 5% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 4.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 3.5% |
| White | 43.8% | 44% | 0.2% | 81.4% | -37.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 0.2% | 4.8% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 5.7% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 4.1% |
In this area, just 39.4% 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 | 46.6% | 39.4% | -7.2% | 83.2% | -43.8% |
| European Union | 17.4% | 29.6% | 12.2% | 6.1% | 23.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 3% | 3.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 2.7% |
| Africa | 11.3% | 7% | -4.3% | 2.7% | 4.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 15.4% | 12.7% | -2.7% | 5.6% | 7.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.8% | 7% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 5.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 39.4% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 37.9% 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 | 44.6% | 40% | -4.6% | 83.2% | -43.2% |
| 10+ Years | 9.1% | 37.9% | 28.8% | 9.8% | 28.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.5% | 14.3% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 11.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 11.6% | 5% | -6.6% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 24.2% | 2.9% | -21.3% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 54.3% | 76.7% | -22.4% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| France | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 4.3% | 0.5% | 3.8% |
| Spain | 5.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 7.1% | 1.3% | 5.8% |
| Romania | 5.7% | 0.9% | 4.8% |
| Other EU countries | 7.9% | 1.5% | 6.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 4.3% | 13.5% | -9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.1% | 37.2% | -13.1% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Buddhist | 4.3% | 0.5% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 10.6% | 6.5% | 4.1% |
| Sikh | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thant Close was 330.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 268.5% higher than the Cathall average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Thant Close has the 6th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Cathall and the 44th highest crime rate of 704 local areas in Waltham Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% 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 28 Witham Court Thant Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-11-28 | £411,711 |
| Flat 25 Witham Court Thant Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-10-29 | £311,653 |
| Flat 40 Witham Court Thant Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-09-25 | £343,788 |
| Flat 19 Witham Court Thant Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-09-15 | £227,429 |
| Flat 33 Witham Court Thant Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £327,000 | 2022-11-04 | £337,350 |
E10 5PJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
E10 5PJ 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 E10 5PJ 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 | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ronald Openshaw Nursery School Henniker Road , Stratford E15 1JP | 3out of 4 | 1,340 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 3out of 4 | 1,862 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wentworth Nursery School and Children's Centre Cassland Road , Hackney E9 5BY | 4out of 4 | 2,706 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Hall Nursery School Low Hall Lane , Walthamstow E17 8BE | 3out of 4 | 2,899 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rebecca Cheetham Nursery and Children's Centre Marcus Street , Stratford E15 3JT | 3out of 4 | 3,094 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport School Newport Road , E10 6PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,031 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dawlish Primary School Jesse Road , E10 6NN | 3out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downsell Primary School Downsell Road , Leyton E15 2BS | 3out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Infant School Marsh Lane , E10 7BL | 3out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverley Primary School Park Road , Leyton E10 7BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lammas School and Sixth Form 150 Seymour Road , Leyton E10 7LX | 3out of 4 | 1,449 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norlington School and 6th Form Norlington Road , Leyton E10 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Connaught School for Girls Dyers Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 4AE | 3out of 4 | 1,756 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Sarah Bonnell School Deanery Road , Stratford E15 4LP | 3out of 4 | 2,269 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Kelmscott School Markhouse Road , Walthamstow E17 8DN | 3out of 4 | 2,548 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Academy of Excellence Broadway House , 322 High Street E15 1AJ | - not rated | 2,332 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leyton Sixth Form College Essex Road , Leyton E10 6EQ | - not rated | 2,455 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brooke House Sixth Form College Kenninghall Road , E5 8BP | - not rated | 3,313 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East London Arts & Music Maltings Close , Bromley By Bow E3 3TA | - not rated | 3,944 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 4,181 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | 4out of 4 | 1,090 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | 3out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton School 234 Cann Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 3NN | 3out of 4 | 2,061 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bobby Moore Academy 1 Siding Street , Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park E20 2AE | - not rated | 2,507 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| School 21 Pitchford Street , E15 4RZ | 4out of 4 | 2,595 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School 30-36 Lindley Road , Leyton E10 6QT | - not rated | 929 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Noor Ul Islam Primary School 135 Dawlish Road , Leyton E10 6QW | - not rated | 950 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Education Links 90 Chandos Road , Stratford E15 1TT | 3out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hafs Academy Unit 3 , 26 Maryland Road E15 1JW | - not rated | 1,609 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Stratford Circus Theatre Square , Stratford E15 1BX | - not rated | 2,006 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Bagel | 102 Rookery Court, 80 Ruckholt Road | 114 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit H Leyton Mills, Marshall Road | 251 yd | |
| Lea Interchange Bus Depot - Ali's Cafe | Lea Interchange Bus Depot, 151 Ruckholt Road | 276 yd | |
| KFC | 16 The Square, High Road Leyton | 302 yd | |
| T Coffee Bar | 279 High Road Leyton | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wine Bar & More | 267 High Road Leyton | 434 yd | |
| Leyton Star | 116 High Road Leyton | 525 yd | |
| The Coach & Horses | 391 High Road Leyton | 577 yd | |
| The Birkbeck Tavern | The Birkbeck Tavern, 45 Langthorne Road | 857 yd | |
| The Northcote | 110 Grove Green Road | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 3 Leyton Mills, Marshall Road | 251 yd | |
| Leyton Cinnabon at Asda | 1 Leyton Mills, Marshall Road | 251 yd | |
| Panku Streetfood at Asda | 1 Leyton Mills, Marshall Road | 251 yd | |
| Eggfree Cake Box at Asda | 1 Marshall Road | 262 yd | |
| Burger King | Unit F, Leyton Mills, Marshall Road | 262 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Superstore, 1 Leyton Mills, Marshall Road | 251 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket Ltd, 297-299 High Road Leyton | 434 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 401-407 High Road Leyton | 572 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 75 Celebration Avenue, Stratford | 1,081 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness First Health Club (London Leyton Mills) 6 LEYTON MILLS 6 LEYTON MILLS MARSHALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 260 yd |
| Leighton Bus Garage Ruckholt Road | 275 yd | |
| Lee Valley Hockey And Tennis Centre LEADMILL LANE | artificial grass pitch, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 425 yd |
| Matchroom Stadium (Leyton Orient Fc) MATCHROOM STADIUM MATCHROOM STADIUM BRISBANE ROAD | grass pitches | 467 yd |
| The Score Centre THE SCORE CENTRE THE SCORE CENTRE OLIVER ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 528 yd |
| Lee Valley Sports Centre (Closed) Quarter Mile Lane | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Lee Valley Velopark BMX TRACK BMX TRACK QUEEN ELIZABETH OLYMPIC PARK | cycling | 679 yd |
| Drapers Sports Ground DRAPERS SPORTS GROUND DRAPERS SPORTS GROUND GORDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 684 yd |
| Chobham Academy CHEERING LANE | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 920 yd |
| Better Gym (East Village Stratford) CHEERING LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,005 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.