Portia Way is in London and in Tower Hamlets district. E3 4JG is located in the Mile End electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Poplar and Limehouse. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Portia Way, London, E3 4JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E3 4JJ, E3 4HH, E3 4JL, E3 4QF, E3 4HG, E3 4HJ, E3 4JN, E3 4JQ, E3 4QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding E3 4JG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 42.2% | 49.5% | 7.3% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 57.8% | 50.5% | -7.3% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 E3 4JG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 64.4% 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 | 64.8% | 64.4% | -0.4% | 37.9% | 26.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.3% | 29.2% | 5.9% | 44.2% | -15.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 1.7% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -5.3% |
| Widowed | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 63.2% | 51.7% | -11.5% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 36.4% | 9.7% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 9.4% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -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 46.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.1% | 14.3% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 10.1% | 3.8% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.8% | 9.3% | 2.5% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 16.5% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.1% | 46.8% | -4.3% | 33.8% | 13.0% |
| Other | 9% | 1.7% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 31.6% 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 | 21.7% | 46.7% | 25.0% | 1.1% | 45.6% |
| Chinese | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 4.3% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 55% | 31.6% | -23.4% | 81.4% | -49.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
In this area, just 47% 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 | 52.7% | 47% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -36.2% |
| European Union | 12% | 17.2% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 11.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 1.8% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 21.5% | 27.7% | 6.2% | 5.6% | 22.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.2% | 3.9% | -1.3% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Oceania | 3.3% | 1.1% | -2.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 47% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 20.5% 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 | 51.2% | 47.3% | -3.9% | 83.2% | -35.9% |
| 10+ Years | 10.7% | 20.5% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 10.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 11% | 14.5% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 11.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.8% | 9.5% | -3.3% | 2.2% | 7.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.3% | 8.1% | -6.2% | 1.9% | 6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.4% | 76.7% | -15.3% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 8.4% | 0.6% | 7.8% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 4.9% | 0.4% | 4.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 8.1% | 1.2% | 6.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 3.2% | 13.5% | -10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.8% | 37.2% | -15.4% |
| Christian | 20.7% | 46.2% | -25.5% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 43.9% | 6.5% | 37.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 10.9% | 6.0% | 4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Portia Way was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bromley North average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Portia Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-03-27 | £264,955 |
| 57 Portia Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2019-07-09 | £298,010 |
| 31 Portia Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £437,000 | 2017-03-17 | £386,730 |
| 11 Portia Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2016-12-02 | £409,563 |
| 15 Portia Way, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2016-08-10 | £420,229 |
E3 4JG 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.
The percentage of student residents living in E3 4JG 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 | 83 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Retired | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 62 |
| Information and communication | 41 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 38 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 37 |
| Education | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Other | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Roberts Nursery School Harford Street , Stepney E1 4PZ | - not rated | 492 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alice Model Nursery School 14 Beaumont Grove , Stepney E1 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Church Nursery School Walter Terrace , Stepney E1 0RJ | - not rated | 1,153 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Childrens House Nursery School 92 Bruce Road , Bow E3 3HL | 4out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rachel Keeling Nursery School Bullards Place , Morpeth Street E2 0PS | - not rated | 1,362 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solebay Primary - A Paradigm Academy 11 Solebay Street , E1 4PW | 4out of 4 | 485 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul With St Luke CofE Primary Federation Leopold Street , Bow E3 4LA | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ben Jonson Primary School Harford Street , Stepney E1 4PZ | 3out of 4 | 492 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Guardian Angels Catholic Primary School Whitman Road , E3 4RB | - not rated | 549 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halley Primary School Halley Street , E14 7SS | 3out of 4 | 572 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Foundation Girls' School Bow Road , E3 2AE | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Mulberry Stepney Green Mathematics and Computing College Ben Jonson Road , Stepney E1 4SD | 3out of 4 | 887 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stepney Green Mathematics and Computing College Ben Jonson Road , Stepney E1 4SD | - not rated | 887 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Stepney All Saints Church of England Secondary School Stepney Way , Stepney E1 0RH | 4out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Howard School Upper North Street , Poplar E14 6ER | - not rated | 1,320 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East London Arts & Music Maltings Close , Bromley By Bow E3 3TA | - not rated | 1,786 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New City College Poplar High Street , Poplar E14 0AF | - not rated | 1,931 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre) 275 - 285 High Street , Stratford E15 2TF | - not rated | 2,822 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cordwainers College 182 Mare Street , Hackney E8 3RE | - not rated | 2,949 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London Academy of Excellence Broadway House , 322 High Street E15 1AJ | - not rated | 3,179 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 | 3out of 4 | 654 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Way Trust School 125 St Paul's Way , E3 4FT | - not rated | 654 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bobby Moore Academy 1 Siding Street , Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park E20 2AE | 3out of 4 | 2,262 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| School 21 Pitchford Street , E15 4RZ | - not rated | 3,417 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | - not rated | 3,819 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beatrice Tate School 41 Southern Grove , Mile End E3 4PX | 4out of 4 | 310 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary University of London Mile End Road , E1 4NS | - not rated | 687 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix School 49 Bow Road , E3 2AD | 4out of 4 | 847 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix Autism Trust 2 Paton Close , E3 2QD | - not rated | 860 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Azhar Primary School Unit 1 , Quebec Wharf E14 7AF | - not rated | 868 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ariana Restaurant | 2 Midlothian Road | 121 yd | |
| Spice Hut | 57a Burdett Road | 172 yd | |
| Med's | 37 Burdett Road | 186 yd | |
| Orange Room, Lebanese Restaurant | 63 Burdett Road | 186 yd | |
| The Grill Hub | 51 Burdett Road | 186 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wentworth Arms | Wentworth Arms, 127 Eric Street | 320 yd | |
| Cherry | 359 Mile End Road | 515 yd | |
| The Octagon, The Queens Building | 327-329 Mile End Road | 599 yd | |
| Bancroft Arms | Bancroft Arms, 410 Mile End Road | 623 yd | |
| Mucci's | Ground, Queen Mary University Of London, 327 Mile End Road | 683 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TGF Pizza | 2 Midlothian Road | 121 yd | |
| Wingz Hut | 29 Burdett Road | 186 yd | |
| Carolines Pizza, Bravo Pizza | 31 Burdett Road | 186 yd | |
| Pizza Go Go | 86 Hamlets Way | 236 yd | |
| Coffee London | 572 Mile End Road | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | 383-387 Mile End Road | 515 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 420-430 Mile End Road | 566 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 1-5 Merchants Quarter, Bow Road | 815 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 3, Frances Wharf, 303-305 Burdett Road | 883 yd | |
| Asda Express Bow - Bow Road PFS | 127-131 Bow Road | 983 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mile End Park Leisure Centre And Stadium MILE END STADIUM MILE END PARK MILE END STADIUM MILE END PARK RHODESWELL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 244 yd |
| St Pauls Way Community School (Closed) Shelmerdine Close | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 599 yd |
| Arbour Youth Centre SHANDY PARK SHANDY PARK SHANDY STREET | 613 yd | |
| St Pauls Way Trust School ST PAUL'S WAY TRUST SCHOOL ST PAUL'S WAY TRUST SCHOOL ST PAULS WAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 662 yd |
| Central Foundation Girls School 25-33 25-33 BOW ROAD | health and fitness suite | 775 yd |
| Stepney Green Maths Computing And Science College BEN JONSON ROAD | 842 yd | |
| Q Motion Health & Fitness Q MOTION HEALTH & FITNESS CENTRE Q MOTION HEALTH & FITNESS CENTRE GODWARD SQUARE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 851 yd |
| Phoenix School BOW ROAD | 856 yd | |
| Linc Centre FERN STREET | 871 yd | |
| Haileybury Youth Centre HAILEYBURY CENTRE HAILEYBURY CENTRE BEN JONSON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 879 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 69.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.