Wilmot Street is in London and in Tower Hamlets district. E2 0BU is located in the Bethnal Green West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bethnal Green and Bow. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wilmot Street, London, E2 0BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E2 0BY, E2 0BB, E2 0DL, E2 0DJ, E2 0DY, E2 0DN, E2 0BT, E2 0BZ, E2 0DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding E2 0BU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 46.8% | 48.6% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 53.2% | 51.4% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 E2 0BU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 78.9% 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 | 71.6% | 78.9% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 41.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.2% | 14.6% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -29.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 2.4% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -6.7% |
| Widowed | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 (88.3%) 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 | 60.2% | 48.8% | -11.4% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 39.5% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 5.6% | 9.4% | 3.8% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| 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.
In the area around E2 0BU this area, 5.7% 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 76%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 2.7% | 5.7% | 3.0% | 18.2% | -12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.2% | 2.4% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -11.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 10.2% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 72.5% | 76% | 3.5% | 33.8% | 42.2% |
| Other | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.8% 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 | 3.9% | 11.2% | 7.3% | 1.1% | 10.1% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 3.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| White | 77.9% | 65.8% | -12.1% | 81.4% | -15.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, just 47.7% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68% | 47.7% | -20.3% | 83.2% | -35.5% |
| European Union | 9.5% | 23.6% | 14.1% | 6.1% | 17.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 5.2% | 3.9% | -1.3% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.4% | 10.9% | 3.5% | 5.6% | 5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Oceania | 6.1% | 7.8% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 7.5% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 47.7% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 15.1% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 66.2% | 47.7% | -18.5% | 83.2% | -35.5% |
| 10+ Years | 6.1% | 15.1% | 9.0% | 9.8% | 5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 11.7% | 13.6% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 10.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 12.4% | 10.2% | 2.2% | 10.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.9% | 11.2% | -2.7% | 1.9% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.8% | 76.7% | -17.9% |
| Ireland | 4.7% | 0.6% | 4.1% |
| France | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 5.4% | 0.6% | 4.8% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 5.1% | 0.4% | 4.7% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.7% | 1.5% | 3.2% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 4.3% | 0.1% | 4.2% |
| No passport held | 1.6% | 13.5% | -11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.7% | 37.2% | 17.5% |
| Christian | 18.4% | 46.2% | -27.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 13.7% | 6.5% | 7.2% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wilmot Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bethnal Green East 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 -45.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 149 Wilmot Street, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £582,000 | 2024-07-30 | £571,737 |
| 163 Wilmot Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2024-01-08 | £435,909 |
| 164 Wilmot Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £303,500 | 2023-10-09 | £298,214 |
| 170 Wilmot Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-09-19 | £320,324 |
| 130 Wilmot Street, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2022-11-11 | £481,334 |
E2 0BU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% 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.
E2 0BU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 142 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 35 |
| Information and communication | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Other | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Market Nursery School Columbia Road , Bethnal Green E2 7PG | 4out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rachel Keeling Nursery School Bullards Place , Morpeth Street E2 0PS | 4out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alice Model Nursery School 14 Beaumont Grove , Stepney E1 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,279 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Church Nursery School Walter Terrace , Stepney E1 0RJ | 4out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harry Roberts Nursery School Harford Street , Stepney E1 4PZ | 4out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawdale Junior School Mansford Street , Bethnal Green E2 6LS | 3out of 4 | 237 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hague Primary School Wilmot Street , E2 0BP | 3out of 4 | 253 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Selby Infants' School Old Bethnal Green Road , Bethnal Green E2 6PP | 3out of 4 | 284 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stewart Headlam Primary School Tapp Street , Stepney E1 5RE | 3out of 4 | 455 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Davis Primary School Wood Close , Cheshire Street E2 6ET | 3out of 4 | 558 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands School Old Bethnal Green Road , Bethnal Green E2 6PR | 3out of 4 | 316 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mulberry Academy Shoreditch Gosset Street , Bethnal Green E2 6NW | 4out of 4 | 656 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanlea School 31 Brady Street , Whitechapel E1 5DJ | 4out of 4 | 724 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park Hyde Road , N1 5JU | - not rated | 909 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morpeth School Portman Place , Bethnal Green E2 0PX | 4out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers' Educational Association 4 Luke Street , EC2A 4XW | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East London Arts & Music Maltings Close , Bromley By Bow E3 3TA | - not rated | 3,939 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brooke House Sixth Form College Kenninghall Road , E5 8BP | - not rated | 3,975 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New City College Poplar High Street , Poplar E14 0AF | - not rated | 3,993 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The London Screen Academy Highbury Grove , Highbury East N5 2AD | - not rated | 4,225 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 4out of 4 | 2,912 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bobby Moore Academy 1 Siding Street , Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park E20 2AE | - not rated | 3,738 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 4,397 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Magdalene Academy Liverpool Road , Islington N7 8PG | 3out of 4 | 4,461 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | 4out of 4 | 4,878 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darul Hadis Latifiah 1 Cornwall Avenue , E2 0HW | - not rated | 547 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The school at Hackney city farm 1A , Goldsmith E2 8QA | - not rated | 777 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| London East Alternative Provision 21 Tollet Street , Stepney E1 4EE | 3out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London East Academy 46 Whitechapel Road , Whitechapel E1 1JX | - not rated | 1,196 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Al-Mizan School 46 Whitechapel Road , E1 1JX | - not rated | 1,196 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 432-436 Bethnal Green Road | 81 yd | |
| Sprinkles | 424 Bethnal Green Road | 81 yd | |
| Astro Cafe Brunch | 383 Bethnal Green Road | 125 yd | |
| Subway | 395 Bethnal Green Road | 125 yd | |
| Fuckoffee | 429 Bethnal Green Road | 136 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old George | Old George Public House, 379 Bethnal Green Road | 125 yd | |
| The Sun Tavern | Sun Public House, 441 Bethnal Green Road | 125 yd | |
| Coupette | 423 Bethnal Green Road | 125 yd | |
| The Salmon & Ball | Salmon And Ball, 502 Bethnal Green Road | 167 yd | |
| The Shakespeare | The Shakespeare Public House, 460 Bethnal Green Road | 167 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regal Fish Bar | 474 Bethnal Green Road | 167 yd | |
| German Doner Kebab | 372 Bethnal Green Road | 199 yd | |
| Grillfellaz Peri Peri | 357 Bethnal Green Road | 261 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 249 Cambridge Heath Road | 294 yd | |
| Wuji Restaurant | Railway Arch, 83 Dunbridge Street | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Metro, 361-363 Bethnal Green Road | 125 yd | |
| Iceland | 444-446 Bethnal Green Road | 167 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 291 Cambridge Heath Road | 270 yd | |
| Tesco | 271-275 Bethnal Green Road | 443 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury Foodstore, 1 Cambridge Heath Road | 602 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Energie Fitness (Bethnal Green) PILL BOX STUDIOS PILL BOX STUDIOS COVENTRY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 184 yd |
| Weavers Field DUNBRIDGE STREET | grass pitches | 196 yd |
| Good Shepherd Mission THREE COLTS LANE | 215 yd | |
| Bodylines BETHNAL GREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 223 yd |
| Crossfit London (Gales Gardens) RAILWAY ARCH 3 RAILWAY ARCH 3 GALES GARDENS | health and fitness suite | 227 yd |
| Muscleworks Gym Bethnal Green Hague Street | health and fitness suite | 321 yd |
| Oaklands School OAKLANDS SCHOOL HOUSE OAKLANDS SCHOOL HOUSE OLD BETHNAL GREEN ROAD | 408 yd | |
| Crossfit London MALCOLM PLACE | health and fitness suite | 435 yd |
| Bethnal Green Gardens Tennis Courts MALCOLM PLACE | tennis courts | 452 yd |
| Beatrice Tate School (Closed) St. Jude's Road | 473 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.