Narrow Street is in London and in Tower Hamlets district. E14 8DG is located in the Limehouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poplar and Limehouse. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Narrow Street, London, E14 8DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E14 8DW, E14 8DX, E14 8DF, E14 8DN, E14 8DP, E14 8DJ, E14 8DY, E14 8EB, E14 8DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding E14 8DG is primarily male, with 54.2% 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 | 41.8% | 45.8% | 4.0% | 51.0% | -5.2% |
| Male | 58.2% | 54.2% | -4.0% | 49.0% | 5.2% |
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 E14 8DG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.1% 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 | 58.6% | 48.1% | -10.5% | 37.9% | 10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.2% | 39.9% | 9.7% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 7% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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 (90.4%) 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 | 62.1% | 63.3% | 1.2% | 48.4% | 14.9% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 27.1% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -6.5% |
| Fair health | 2.3% | 6.8% | 4.5% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 E14 8DG this area, 3.2% 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 81.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 18.2% | -15.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 9.6% | -7.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 2.5% | 5.7% | 3.2% | 13.4% | -7.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 5.1% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -11.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 82.1% | 81.6% | -0.5% | 33.8% | 47.8% |
| Other | 6.2% | 1.3% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.1% 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% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 7.3% | 4.5% | -2.8% | 0.7% | 3.8% |
| Indian | 6.8% | 8.9% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 5.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 79.7% | 72.1% | -7.6% | 81.4% | -9.3% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 58.4% 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 | 63.3% | 58.4% | -4.9% | 83.2% | -24.8% |
| European Union | 15.8% | 17.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 11.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.2% | 13.5% | 3.3% | 5.6% | 7.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.5% | 6.2% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 4.9% |
| Oceania | 4% | 1.1% | -2.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61% | 58.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | -25.1% |
| 10+ Years | 8.5% | 16.8% | 8.3% | 9.8% | 7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.8% | 8.4% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 5.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 9% | 8.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 6.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.7% | 7.8% | -6.9% | 1.9% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.3% | 76.7% | -10.4% |
| Ireland | 3.9% | 0.6% | 3.3% |
| France | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Italy | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 4.5% | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 2.2% | 13.5% | -11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.4% | 37.2% | 12.2% |
| Christian | 35.6% | 46.2% | -10.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 7.8% | 1.7% | 6.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Narrow Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Limehouse average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% 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 34 Old Sun Wharf, 40 Narrow Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2025-03-31 | £596,148 |
| Flat 1 Old Sun Wharf, 40 Narrow Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £875,000 | 2024-10-04 | £748,659 |
| Flat 28 Old Sun Wharf, 40 Narrow Street, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2024-01-31 | £632,320 |
| Flat 14 Old Sun Wharf, 40 Narrow Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2022-06-30 | £545,482 |
| Flat 13 Old Sun Wharf, 40 Narrow Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £755,000 | 2022-06-08 | £638,510 |
E14 8DG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% 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.
E14 8DG 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 42 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Church Nursery School Walter Terrace , Stepney E1 0RJ | - not rated | 838 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Roberts Nursery School Harford Street , Stepney E1 4PZ | - not rated | 1,355 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alice Model Nursery School 14 Beaumont Grove , Stepney E1 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Landsbury Nursery School Cordelia Street , Poplar E14 6DZ | - not rated | 1,721 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rachel Keeling Nursery School Bullards Place , Morpeth Street E2 0PS | - not rated | 2,236 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Hills with St Mary's and St Paul's CofE Primary School 2 Beatson Walk , Rotherhithe SE16 5ED | 3out of 4 | 517 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir William Burrough Primary School Salmon Lane , Limehouse E14 7PQ | - not rated | 604 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir William Burrough Primary School Salmon Lane , Limehouse E14 7PQ | - not rated | 604 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cyril Jackson Primary School 51 Three Colt Street , Limehouse E14 8HH | - not rated | 700 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cyril Jackson Primary School Limehouse Causeway , E14 8AQ | - not rated | 700 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stepney All Saints Church of England Secondary School Stepney Way , Stepney E1 0RH | 4out of 4 | 865 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Boys' School 352 Commercial Road , E1 0LB | - not rated | 886 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bacon's College Timber Pond Road , SE16 6AT | 3out of 4 | 945 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacon's College Timber Pond Road , Rotherhithe SE16 6AT | - not rated | 976 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Challoner Catholic School 352 Commercial Road , E1 0LB | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New City College Poplar High Street , Poplar E14 0AF | - not rated | 1,696 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwark College Bermondsey Centre , Keetons Road SE16 4EE | - not rated | 2,391 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East London Arts & Music Maltings Close , Bromley By Bow E3 3TA | - not rated | 2,888 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Workers' Educational Association 4 Luke Street , EC2A 4XW | - not rated | 3,608 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hackney Community College Shoreditch Campus , Falkirk Street N1 6HQ | - not rated | 3,952 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Way Trust School 125 St Paul's Way , E3 4FT | 3out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Way Trust School 125 St Paul's Way , E3 4FT | - not rated | 1,520 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bobby Moore Academy 1 Siding Street , Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park E20 2AE | 3out of 4 | 3,722 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 4,275 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| School 21 Pitchford Street , E15 4RZ | - not rated | 4,752 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Hawking School Brunton Place , E14 7LL | 4out of 4 | 432 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pier Head Preparatory Montessori School 3-4 Shadwell Pier Head , Glamis Road E1W 3TD | - not rated | 807 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacon's College Timber Pond Road , Rotherhithe SE16 6AT | - not rated | 976 yd | City technology college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Azhar Primary School Unit 1 , Quebec Wharf E14 7AF | - not rated | 1,081 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Islamic College London 56 Bigland Street , Tower Hamlets E1 2ND | - not rated | 1,451 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Figa Restaurant | Ionian Building, 45 Narrow Street | 62 yd | |
| Area 51 Limehouse | Unit 3, Adriatic Building, 51 Narrow Street | 62 yd | |
| Raj Boy Tandoori | 564 Commercial Road | 345 yd | |
| Sweet Chicken | 570-574 Commercial Road | 345 yd | |
| Shanshuijian | 562 Commercial Road | 345 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bread Street Kitchen - Limehouse | The Narrow, 44 Narrow Street | 142 yd | |
| The Craft Beer Co Limehouse | 576-578 Commercial Road | 345 yd | |
| White Swan | White Swan, 556 Commercial Road | 345 yd | |
| The Crown | The Crown Public House, 667 Commercial Road | 370 yd | |
| Queens Head | Queens Head Public House, 8 Flamborough Street | 463 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sailors Health Club Restaurant | 570-574 Commercial Road | 345 yd | |
| Basilico | Front, 653 Commercial Road | 370 yd | |
| Pasha Peri Peri,Gourmet Burgers & Pizza& Hanys Chicken & Pizza, Choix | 637 Commercial Road | 379 yd | |
| Limehouse Fried Chicken & Spice | 540 Commercial Road | 451 yd | |
| Hung Tou | 538 Commercial Road | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 657 Commercial Road | 370 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 516-518 Commercial Road | 451 yd | |
| Mogul | Shop Unit 2 Gwent Court | 541 yd | |
| Lidl | 306 Burdett Road | 889 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 3, Frances Wharf, 303-305 Burdett Road | 1,000 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (London Limehouse) Commercial Road | health and fitness suite | 330 yd |
| Limehouse Marina Elite (Closed) Commercial Road | health and fitness suite | 347 yd |
| Stephen Hawking School BRUNTON PLACE | 435 yd | |
| St. Pauls Recreation Ground ROTHERHITHE STREET | artificial grass pitch | 453 yd |
| Tower Project 45-55 45-55 WHITE HORSE ROAD | 485 yd | |
| Peter Hills C Of E Primary School Beatson Walk | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Ropemakers Field NARROW STREET | tennis courts | 543 yd |
| Fisher Athletic Fc (Closed) Salter Road | grass pitches | 689 yd |
| Doubletree By Hilton (London - Docklands Riverside) 265A 265A ROTHERHITHE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 766 yd |
| King Edward Memorial Park GLAMIS ROAD | tennis courts | 789 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 | 324.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 314.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.