New Wanstead is in London and in Redbridge district. E11 2SD 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 New Wanstead, London, E11 2SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E11 2SB, E11 2SY, E11 2SE, E11 1SA, E11 2TJ, E11 2SA, E11 2SU, E11 1PR, E11 2RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around E11 2SD 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 | 53.5% | 51.8% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.5% | 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 vicinity of E11 2SD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% 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 | 39.2% | 29.1% | -10.1% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 55% | 16.3% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 6.3% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 6% | -6.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.7%) 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 | 43.6% | 47.9% | 4.3% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 37.8% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 11.2% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 50.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.5% | 18.8% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 8.8% | 1.0% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 6.1% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 10.3% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.3% | 50.8% | 13.5% | 33.8% | 17.0% |
| Other | 7.4% | 2.1% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 5.4% | 1.7% | -3.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 81.7% | 78.2% | -3.5% | 81.4% | -3.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 56.9% 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 | 76.3% | 56.9% | -19.4% | 83.2% | -26.3% |
| European Union | 9.5% | 16.5% | 7.0% | 6.1% | 10.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 5.2% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.7% | 15.9% | 12.2% | 1.3% | 14.6% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.3% | 57% | -17.3% | 83.2% | -26.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 29.8% | 28.1% | 9.8% | 20.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.6% | 5.5% | -1.1% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.7% | 6.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 4.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.7% | 1.4% | -7.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.8% | 76.7% | -9.9% |
| Ireland | 8% | 0.6% | 7.4% |
| Italy | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 5.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.3% | 13.5% | -8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 13.9% | 37.2% | -23.3% |
| Christian | 74.4% | 46.2% | 28.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 6.4% | 6.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Wanstead was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the South Woodford average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% 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 7 The Herons New Wanstead, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2023-02-16 | £485,269 |
| The Herons New Wanstead, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2021-06-14 | £89,580 |
| Flat 13 The Herons New Wanstead, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2020-12-11 | £495,292 |
| Flat 1 The Herons New Wanstead, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2017-12-15 | £492,454 |
| Flat 4 The Herons New Wanstead, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2016-10-04 | £518,878 |
E11 2SD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
E11 2SD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 retired residents living in E11 2SD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 150 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 4out of 4 | 2,032 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Nursery School Woodbury Road , Walthamstow E17 9SB | 4out of 4 | 2,686 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 3,364 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ronald Openshaw Nursery School Henniker Road , Stratford E15 1JP | 4out of 4 | 3,588 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Hall Nursery School Low Hall Lane , Walthamstow E17 8BE | 4out of 4 | 3,717 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School Chestnut Drive , Wanstead E11 2TA | - not rated | 161 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School Chestnut Drive , Wanstead E11 2TA | - not rated | 161 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wanstead Church School Church Path , Wanstead E11 2SS | 3out of 4 | 586 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gwyn Jones Primary School Hainault Road , E11 1EU | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Snaresbrook Primary School Meadow Walk , South Woodford E18 2EN | 3out of 4 | 1,262 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leytonstone School Colworth Road , Leytonstone E11 1JD | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wanstead High School Redbridge Lane West , Wanstead E11 2JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,340 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Connaught School for Girls Connaught Road , Leytonstone E11 4AB | - not rated | 1,561 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Connaught School for Girls Dyers Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 4AE | - not rated | 1,561 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Norlington School and 6th Form Norlington Road , Leyton E10 6JZ | - not rated | 1,850 yd | Community school | No | Boys | 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 | 1,617 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 2,870 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir George Monoux College Chingford Road , Walthamstow E17 5AA | - not rated | 3,414 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Big Creative Academy 38, Clifton Avenue , Walthamstow E17 6HL | - not rated | 4,555 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| London Academy of Excellence Broadway House , 322 High Street E15 1AJ | - not rated | 4,690 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 | 2,311 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | 3out of 4 | 2,602 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | - not rated | 2,602 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | - not rated | 3,811 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| School 21 Pitchford Street , E15 4RZ | - not rated | 4,677 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Convent School 59 Cambridge Park , Wanstead E11 2PR | - not rated | 381 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Forest School College Place , Snaresbrook E17 3PY | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Preparatory School College Place , Snaresbrook E17 3PY | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sansom Road PRU 8 Sansom Road , Leytonstone E11 3HE | - not rated | 1,848 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Snaresbrook Prep School 75 Woodford Road , South Woodford E18 2EA | - not rated | 1,952 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 Bungalow Cafe | 48 Spratt Hall Road | 270 yd | |
| Lakeside Diner | Hollow Pond, Whipps Cross Road | 395 yd | |
| The Log Cabin | Whipps Cross Road | 395 yd | |
| The Rear Window Restaurant & Alfreds Bar | 147-151 Whipps Cross Road | 510 yd | |
| Robins | 14 High Street | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cuckfield Public House | 31 High Street | 646 yd | |
| The George Public House | The George, 159 High Street | 700 yd | |
| The Bull | 129 High Street | 700 yd | |
| O'Neills | 762 High Road Leytonstone | 747 yd | |
| The North Star & Thai Kitchen | 24 Browning Road | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Wanstead Kebab House | 12 Woodbine Place | 615 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 25 High Street | 646 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 35 High Street | 646 yd | |
| The Lighthouse Fish Bar | 8 Clock House Parade, High Street | 659 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 72 High Street | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores | 65-67 High Street | 646 yd | |
| Co-op | 87 High Street | 652 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | 157 High Street | 700 yd | |
| Tesco | 8 Gainsborough Road | 832 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Church Hall CAMBRIDGE PARK | 437 yd | |
| Leytonstone Community Sports Centre COLWORTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 942 yd |
| Swaminarayan Sports Club SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND BLAKE HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 973 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 160.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.