Harold Road is in Leytonstone, London and in Waltham Forest district. E11 4QY is located in the Leytonstone 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 Harold Road, Leytonstone, London, E11 4QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E11 4QX, E11 4QT, E11 4AE, E11 4QU, E11 4AD, E11 4TE, E11 4TD, E11 4TB, E11 4RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding E11 4QY has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 42.5% | 47.3% | 4.8% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 57.5% | 52.7% | -4.8% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 4QY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.8% 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 | 54.4% | 52.8% | -1.6% | 37.9% | 14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.3% | 34.7% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 5.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 (88.4%) 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 | 43.3% | 46.9% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 40.7% | 41.5% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 7.9% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 8.5% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
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 55.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.1% | 19.1% | 1.0% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 8.2% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 7.7% | -3.8% | 16.9% | -9.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 35% | 55.7% | 20.7% | 33.8% | 21.9% |
| Other | 17.3% | 2.6% | -14.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 51.1% 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% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 17.5% | 17.3% | -0.2% | 3.1% | 14.2% |
| Pakistani | 4.5% | 4.9% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 6.3% | 2.7% | -3.6% | 2.5% | 0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 7.1% | 4.4% | -2.7% | 1.0% | 3.4% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 48.1% | 51.1% | 3.0% | 81.4% | -30.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 3.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 4% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 60.7% 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 | 57.5% | 60.7% | 3.2% | 83.2% | -22.5% |
| European Union | 11.9% | 12.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 5.8% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 5.0% |
| Africa | 11.9% | 4.9% | -7.0% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.2% | 11.6% | -2.6% | 5.6% | 6.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 54.9% | 60.7% | 5.8% | 83.2% | -22.5% |
| 10+ Years | 4.9% | 22.8% | 17.9% | 9.8% | 13.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 11.9% | 7.6% | -4.3% | 2.9% | 4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.5% | 4.9% | -2.6% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 20.9% | 4% | -16.9% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| France | 3.6% | 0.3% | 3.3% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 4.5% | 0.6% | 3.9% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 23.9% | 46.2% | -22.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 25.7% | 6.5% | 19.2% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harold Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Cann Hall average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Harold Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2025-03-19 | £455,000 |
| Flat 1 62 Harold Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-06-25 | £390,250 |
| 54 Harold Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2023-09-15 | £495,963 |
| Flat 2 62 Harold Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £326,900 | 2021-09-29 | £337,729 |
| Flat 1 10 Harold Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2021-03-01 | £490,405 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Harold Road, Leytonstone, London, E11 4QY has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 14 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Harold Road, Leytonstone, London, E11 4QY has low surface water flood risk.
10 of 14 properties (71.43%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
E11 4QY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Education | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 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 | 779 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ronald Openshaw Nursery School Henniker Road , Stratford E15 1JP | 4out of 4 | 2,137 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 2,524 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Nursery School Woodbury Road , Walthamstow E17 9SB | 4out of 4 | 2,818 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Hall Nursery School Low Hall Lane , Walthamstow E17 8BE | 4out of 4 | 3,239 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Tomlinson Primary School Harrington Road , Leytonstone E11 4QN | 3out of 4 | 139 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Davies Lane Primary School Davies Lane , Leytonstone E11 3DR | 4out of 4 | 370 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Davies Lane Primary School Davies Lane , Leytonstone E11 3DR | - not rated | 370 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Davies Lane Junior School Davies Lane , Leytonstone E11 3DR | - not rated | 514 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayville Primary School Lincoln Street , E11 4PZ | - not rated | 691 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connaught School for Girls Connaught Road , Leytonstone E11 4AB | - not rated | 223 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Connaught School for Girls Dyers Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 4AE | - not rated | 223 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Norlington School and 6th Form Norlington Road , Leyton E10 6JZ | - not rated | 721 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Norlington School and 6th Form Norlington Road , Leyton E10 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Tom Hood Community Science College Terling Close , Leytonstone E11 3NT | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,482 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London Academy of Excellence Broadway House , 322 High Street E15 1AJ | - not rated | 3,282 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 3,380 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre) 275 - 285 High Street , Stratford E15 2TF | - not rated | 3,647 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir George Monoux College Chingford Road , Walthamstow E17 5AA | - not rated | 3,959 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,178 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | 3out of 4 | 1,614 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | - not rated | 1,614 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | - not rated | 2,326 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| School 21 Pitchford Street , E15 4RZ | - not rated | 3,327 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sansom Road PRU 8 Sansom Road , Leytonstone E11 3HE | - not rated | 686 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Noor Ul Islam Primary School 135 Dawlish Road , Leyton E10 6QW | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School 30-36 Lindley Road , Leyton E10 6QT | - not rated | 1,289 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Joseph's Convent School 59 Cambridge Park , Wanstead E11 2PR | - not rated | 1,519 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Belmont Park School Leyton Green Road , E10 6DB | - not rated | 1,722 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baba's Village | 761-763 High Road Leytonstone | 222 yd | |
| Butt Kebabish | 755 High Road Leytonstone | 222 yd | |
| Paradise Coffee | 739 High Road Leytonstone | 222 yd | |
| Fitness Hub East London | 771-773 High Road Leytonstone | 249 yd | |
| The Sunflower | Ground Floor, 777-779 High Road Leytonstone | 261 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mammoth Tap | Unit 1, The Hitchcock Business Centre, Station Approach High Road Leytonstone | 312 yd | |
| Heathcote & Star | 344 Grove Green Road | 349 yd | |
| Leytonstone Ex Servicemens Club | 2b Harvey Road | 448 yd | |
| Red Lion | 640 High Road Leytonstone | 482 yd | |
| The Birds | 692 High Road Leytonstone | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panda Dim Sum | 767 High Road Leytonstone | 222 yd | |
| Milano Pizza | 550 High Road | 298 yd | |
| Red Camel/Honey l am Home | 552 High Road Leytonstone | 301 yd | |
| USA Chicken & Pizza | 29 Church Lane | 342 yd | |
| Subway | 19 Church Lane | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 789-791 High Road Leytonstone | 222 yd | |
| Continental Food Exchange | 647-661 High Road Leytonstone | 272 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 14-15 Church Lane | 342 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 567-569 High Road Leytonstone | 589 yd | |
| Tesco | 8 Gainsborough Road | 660 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Connaught School For Girls CONNAUGHT ROAD | 224 yd | |
| Mayville Primary School LINCOLN STREET | artificial grass pitch | 693 yd |
| Leytonstone Leisure Centre CATHALL ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 700 yd |
| Norlington School And Sixth Form NORLINGTON ROAD | 721 yd | |
| Muscle Hut Gym HIGH ROAD LEYTONSTONE | health and fitness suite | 771 yd |
| Cathall Leisure Centre (Closed) Harrow Green Library Harrow Green Library Cathall Road | health and fitness suite | 907 yd |
| Wanstead Flats (Harrow Road) ACACIA ROAD | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Buxton School (Closed) TERLING CLOSE | 998 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 with Next Generation Access (NGA) | 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% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive decent broadband from fixed or FWA | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises able to receive decent broadband from FWA | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 125 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 204.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 61.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband coverage statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2026 dataset. Broadband performance statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2023 postcode-level performance data.