Limes Avenue is in London and in Redbridge district. E11 2BP is located in the Wanstead Village electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leyton and Wanstead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Limes Avenue, London, E11 2BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E11 2DA, E11 2BS, E11 2BZ, E11 2DY, E11 2BL, E11 2BN, E11 2BW, E11 2DB, E11 2DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding E11 2BP is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 46.9% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 48% | 53.1% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of E11 2BP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.5% | 24.8% | -6.7% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 63.7% | 8.6% | 44.2% | 19.5% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -5.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.3% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 (86%) 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 | 56% | 60.1% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 32% | 25.9% | -6.1% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 11.9% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 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 57%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15% | 12.3% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 4.4% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 7.9% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 11.4% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.2% | 57% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 23.2% |
| Other | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.7% | 3.5% |
| Indian | 4.7% | 7% | 2.3% | 3.1% | 3.9% |
| Pakistani | 5.3% | 6.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.3% | 8.4% | 5.1% | 0.8% | 7.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 81.3% | 65% | -16.3% | 81.4% | -16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, 74.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 74.3% | -13.7% | 83.2% | -8.9% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 5.6% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 2.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 4.2% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.3% | 8.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | 2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.7% | 74.8% | -9.9% | 83.2% | -8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 23.8% | 23.1% | 9.8% | 14.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.3% | 0.7% | -12.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.6% | 37.2% | -12.6% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 5.6% | 1.7% | 3.9% |
| Jewish | 3.5% | 0.5% | 3.0% |
| Muslim | 12% | 6.5% | 5.5% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Limes Avenue was 30.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.0% lower than the Wanstead Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Limes Avenue has the 8th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Wanstead Park and the 138th lowest crime rate of 757 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.2%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Limes Avenue, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £985,000 | 2021-09-01 | £1,078,810 |
| 1 Limes Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £865,000 | 2021-05-26 | £985,831 |
| 4 Limes Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £584,000 | 2015-01-06 | £936,037 |
| 8 Limes Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2010-02-11 | £1,054,565 |
| 4 Limes Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2009-09-23 | £696,485 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 3out of 4 | 3,261 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Nursery School Woodbury Road , Walthamstow E17 9SB | 4out of 4 | 3,484 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheringham Nursery School & Children's Centre Sheringham Avenue , Manor Park E12 5PB | 4out of 4 | 4,146 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 4,237 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Hall Nursery School Low Hall Lane , Walthamstow E17 8BE | 3out of 4 | 4,766 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nightingale Primary School Ashbourne Avenue , South Woodford E18 1PL | 4out of 4 | 287 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Snaresbrook Primary School Meadow Walk , South Woodford E18 2EN | 3out of 4 | 680 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wanstead Church School Church Path , Wanstead E11 2SS | 4out of 4 | 777 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School Oakdale Road , Redbridge E18 1JX | 3out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Infants' School Woodville Road , South Woodford E18 1JU | 3out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wanstead High School Redbridge Lane West , Wanstead E11 2JZ | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal High School Woodford Bridge Road , IG4 5LP | 4out of 4 | 1,521 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leytonstone School Colworth Road , Leytonstone E11 1JD | 3out of 4 | 2,108 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge High School St Barnabas Road , IG8 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,159 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caterham High School Caterham Avenue , Clayhall IG5 0QW | 2out of 4 | 2,571 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leyton Sixth Form College Essex Road , Leyton E10 6EQ | - not rated | 2,775 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 3,336 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir George Monoux College Chingford Road , Walthamstow E17 5AA | - not rated | 3,761 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Big Creative Academy 38, Clifton Avenue , Walthamstow E17 6HL | - not rated | 5,345 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton School 234 Cann Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 3NN | 3out of 4 | 3,462 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | 3out of 4 | 3,905 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Kings School Ley Street , IG2 7BT | 4out of 4 | 4,440 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | 4out of 4 | 5,122 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 5,248 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snaresbrook Prep School 75 Woodford Road , South Woodford E18 2EA | - not rated | 1,235 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatton School and Special Needs Centre Roding Lane South , IG8 8EU | 4out of 4 | 1,262 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stradbroke C/O Tulipcare , 19-20 Bourne Court, Southend Road IG8 8HD | - not rated | 1,295 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Beacon Business Innovation Hub Woodford Bridge Road , Clayhall IG4 5LP | 2out of 4 | 1,521 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest School College Place , Snaresbrook E17 3PY | - not rated | 1,738 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lane | 82 Nightingale Lane | 442 yd | |
| India Garden | 12 Nightingale Lane | 548 yd | |
| More Italy | 33 High Street | 795 yd | |
| Gezi Park Restaurant | 27 High Street | 795 yd | |
| The Larder | 39 High Street | 795 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eton Manor Rugby Club | Nutter Lane | 359 yd | |
| The Duke | 79 Nightingale Lane | 427 yd | |
| The Cuckfield Public House | 31 High Street | 795 yd | |
| The Bull | 129 High Street | 856 yd | |
| The George Public House | The George, 159 High Street | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ookii Sushi | 132 Hermon Hill | 740 yd | |
| Fireaway | 140 Hermon Hill | 755 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 25 High Street | 795 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 35 High Street | 795 yd | |
| The Lighthouse Fish Bar | 8 Clock House Parade, High Street | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 87 High Street | 781 yd | |
| Tesco Stores | 65-67 High Street | 795 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | 157 High Street | 856 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wanstead Youth Centre ELMCROFT AVENUE | 341 yd | |
| The New Wilderness - Eton Manor Rugby Football Club Nutter Lane | grass pitches | 559 yd |
| Nutters Field NUTTER LANE | grass pitches | 568 yd |
| Drummond Lawn Tennis Club Nutter Lane | tennis courts | 585 yd |
| Holy Trinity Church Hall HERMON HILL | 816 yd | |
| Wanstead Leisure Centre WANSTEAD LEISURE CENTRE WANSTEAD LEISURE CENTRE REDBRIDGE LANE WEST | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 873 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 | 69 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 104.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.