New Wanstead is in London and in Redbridge district. E11 2SE 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 2SE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E11 2SD, E11 2SA, E11 1SA, E11 2SU, E11 2SB, E11 2SY, E11 2RP, E11 2RS, E11 1PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding E11 2SE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% of residents 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 | 46.4% | 48.3% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 53.6% | 51.7% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 E11 2SE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52% 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 | 57% | 52% | -5.0% | 37.9% | 14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.3% | 33.5% | 8.2% | 44.2% | -10.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 6.4% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 1.1% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
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 (90.2%) 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 | 55.8% | 58.5% | 2.7% | 48.4% | 10.1% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 31.7% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 7.8% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -4.9% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
In the area around E11 2SE this area, 6.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 62.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 6.5% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 5.4% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.8% | 5% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -8.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 5.8% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 11.2% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.5% | 62.6% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 28.8% |
| Other | 7.2% | 3.6% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.3% 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 | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 2.4% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 7.2% | 7.8% | 0.6% | 3.1% | 4.7% |
| Pakistani | 6.3% | 3.8% | -2.5% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 6% | 1.7% | -4.3% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 10.4% | 8.5% | 2.5% | 7.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 63.9% | 61.3% | -2.6% | 81.4% | -20.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 57.8% 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 | 73.7% | 57.8% | -15.9% | 83.2% | -25.4% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 18.3% | 14.2% | 6.1% | 12.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 4.4% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 3.6% |
| Africa | 7.5% | 7.8% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10% | 8.4% | -1.6% | 5.6% | 2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 71.5% | 57.7% | -13.8% | 83.2% | -25.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 17.7% | 17.1% | 9.8% | 7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.8% | 11.6% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 11% | 11% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 8.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.1% | 2% | -7.1% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.8% | 76.7% | -15.9% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Portugal | 7.9% | 0.5% | 7.4% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 7% | 0.9% | 6.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.8% | 1.5% | 2.3% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.4% | 13.5% | -9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.3% | 37.2% | -8.9% |
| Christian | 43.4% | 46.2% | -2.8% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Jewish | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 12.4% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Wanstead was 219.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 164.3% higher than the South Woodford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Wanstead has the 4th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in South Woodford and the 67th highest crime rate of 757 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 124.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.2%.

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 Highstone Court New Wanstead, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £407,100 | 2024-12-06 | £402,311 |
| Flat 6 Highstone Court New Wanstead, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-08-29 | £428,502 |
| Flat 8 Highstone Court New Wanstead, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-12-13 | £348,124 |
| Flat 4 Highstone Court New Wanstead, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £438,000 | 2023-07-25 | £473,209 |
| Flat 16 Highstone Court New Wanstead, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £385,575 | 2023-07-20 | £416,570 |
E11 2SE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 2SE 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 student residents living in E11 2SE 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 | 128 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 22 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Education | 33 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Information and communication | 24 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 3out of 4 | 2,133 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Nursery School Woodbury Road , Walthamstow E17 9SB | 4out of 4 | 2,545 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 3,509 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Hall Nursery School Low Hall Lane , Walthamstow E17 8BE | 3out of 4 | 3,611 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ronald Openshaw Nursery School Henniker Road , Stratford E15 1JP | 3out of 4 | 3,668 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 | 3out of 4 | 323 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wanstead Church School Church Path , Wanstead E11 2SS | 4out of 4 | 607 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gwyn Jones Primary School Hainault Road , E11 1EU | 3out of 4 | 1,151 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Snaresbrook Primary School Meadow Walk , South Woodford E18 2EN | 3out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barclay Primary School 155 Canterbury Road , Leyton E10 6EJ | 4out of 4 | 1,378 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 797 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wanstead High School Redbridge Lane West , Wanstead E11 2JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,445 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Connaught School for Girls Dyers Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 4AE | 3out of 4 | 1,598 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Norlington School and 6th Form Norlington Road , Leyton E10 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,847 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic School 1 Shernhall Street , Walthamstow E17 3EA | 3out of 4 | 2,419 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,521 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 2,712 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir George Monoux College Chingford Road , Walthamstow E17 5AA | - not rated | 3,253 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Big Creative Academy 38, Clifton Avenue , Walthamstow E17 6HL | - not rated | 4,419 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| London Academy of Excellence Broadway House , 322 High Street E15 1AJ | - not rated | 4,783 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 | 2,428 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | 3out of 4 | 2,560 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | 4out of 4 | 3,875 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| School 21 Pitchford Street , E15 4RZ | 4out of 4 | 4,781 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Kings School Ley Street , IG2 7BT | 4out of 4 | 5,282 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest School College Place , Snaresbrook E17 3PY | - not rated | 1,217 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snaresbrook Prep School 75 Woodford Road , South Woodford E18 2EA | - not rated | 1,846 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Park School Leyton Green Road , Leyton E10 6DB | 3out of 4 | 1,914 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Noor Ul Islam Primary School 135 Dawlish Road , Leyton E10 6QW | - not rated | 2,400 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School 30-36 Lindley Road , Leyton E10 6QT | - not rated | 2,538 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | 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 | 211 yd | |
| Lakeside Diner | Hollow Pond, Whipps Cross Road | 451 yd | |
| The Log Cabin | Whipps Cross Road | 451 yd | |
| The Rear Window Restaurant & Alfreds Bar | 147-151 Whipps Cross Road | 528 yd | |
| Robins | 14 High Street | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cuckfield Public House | 31 High Street | 580 yd | |
| The George Public House | The George, 159 High Street | 668 yd | |
| The Bull | 129 High Street | 668 yd | |
| Wanstead House Community Assoc | 21 The Green | 762 yd | |
| O'Neills | 762 High Road Leytonstone | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Chef | 25 High Street | 580 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 35 High Street | 580 yd | |
| Best Wanstead Kebab House | 12 Woodbine Place | 587 yd | |
| The Lighthouse Fish Bar | 8 Clock House Parade, High Street | 614 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 72 High Street | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores | 65-67 High Street | 580 yd | |
| Co-op | 87 High Street | 602 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | 157 High Street | 668 yd | |
| Tesco | 8 Gainsborough Road | 901 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Church Hall CAMBRIDGE PARK | 443 yd | |
| Leytonstone Community Sports Centre COLWORTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 970 yd |
| Swaminarayan Sports Club SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND BLAKE HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,023 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.