Arthur Road is in London and in Newham district. E6 6EF is located in the East Ham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Ham. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Arthur Road, London, E6 6EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E6 6EJ, E6 6EE, E6 2RH, E6 6ED, E6 6ET, E6 2RA, E6 3AA, E6 6DZ, E6 6EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding E6 6EF has a female population much higher than UK average, with 66.9% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 66.9% | 15.1% | 51.0% | 15.9% |
| Male | 48.2% | 33.1% | -15.1% | 49.0% | -15.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.6% | 38.9% | 1.3% | 37.9% | 1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 15.9% | -30.3% | 44.2% | -28.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 20.7% | 17.2% | 2.2% | 18.5% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 14% | 5.9% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 10.6% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 (86.4%) 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 | 50.9% | 60.1% | 9.2% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 26.3% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -7.3% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 10.5% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 2.9% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.2% | 17.9% | -9.3% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 8.2% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 6.5% | -8.0% | 13.4% | -6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 5.5% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 10.5% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 49.4% | 24.0% | 33.8% | 15.6% |
| Other | 11.6% | 1.9% | -9.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.9% 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 | 15.4% | 13.3% | -2.1% | 1.1% | 12.2% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 16.2% | 3.2% | -13.0% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 4.4% | 3% | -1.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 5.7% | 1.4% | -4.3% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 14.9% | 5.6% | -9.3% | 2.5% | 3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.4% | 0.5% | -3.9% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 3.5% | 1% | -2.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 3.5% | 1.4% | -2.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 26.8% | 66.9% | 40.1% | 81.4% | -14.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, just 32.1% 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 | 46.9% | 32.1% | -14.8% | 83.2% | -51.1% |
| European Union | 7.5% | 50.6% | 43.1% | 6.1% | 44.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 18.4% | 3.9% | -14.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 25.4% | 12.1% | -13.3% | 5.6% | 6.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 32.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 42.4% 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 | 46.5% | 32.1% | -14.4% | 83.2% | -51.1% |
| 10+ Years | 5.7% | 42.4% | 36.7% | 9.8% | 32.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.5% | 12.4% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.8% | 8.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 5.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 28.5% | 5% | -23.5% | 1.9% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.1% | 76.7% | -26.6% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 5.3% | 0.6% | 4.7% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 13.1% | 0.3% | 12.8% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 9% | 0.9% | 8.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 5.3% | 1.2% | 4.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.8% | 37.2% | -11.4% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 18.8% | 6.5% | 12.3% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arthur Road was 305.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.4% higher than the East Ham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Arthur Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in East Ham and the 85th highest crime rate of 744 local areas in Newham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 149.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 49.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Arthur Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2018-08-13 | £419,310 |
| 2 Arthur Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2013-11-27 | £448,743 |
| 8 Arthur Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2012-07-13 | £407,184 |
| 16 Arthur Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2009-09-11 | £442,445 |
| 2 Arthur Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2007-09-14 | £417,778 |
E6 6EF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 23% 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.
E6 6EF area has a very high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 22% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Self-Employed | 110 |
| Unemployed | 102 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Thomas Nursery School Mathews Avenue , East Ham E6 6BU | 4out of 4 | 600 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Nursery School Whitfield Road , E6 1AS | 4out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Kerrison Nursery School Sophia Road , E16 3PB | 3out of 4 | 2,839 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheringham Nursery School & Children's Centre Sheringham Avenue , Manor Park E12 5PB | 4out of 4 | 2,889 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 3,201 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Catholic Primary School Howard Road , East Ham E6 6EE | 3out of 4 | 29 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Catholic Primary School Howard Road , East Ham E6 6EE | - not rated | 29 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson Infant School Napier Road , E6 2SE | - not rated | 454 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson Junior School Napier Road , E6 2SE | - not rated | 454 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson Primary School Napier Road , East Ham E6 2SE | - not rated | 454 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plashet, City of London Academy Plashet Grove , East Ham E6 1DG | - not rated | 1,256 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Plashet School Plashet Grove , East Ham E6 1DG | 3out of 4 | 1,256 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brampton Manor Academy Roman Road , E6 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 1,450 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Manor School Roman Road , E6 3SQ | - not rated | 1,450 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic School Green Street , E13 9AX | - not rated | 1,512 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langdon School Sussex Road , East Ham E6 2PS | - not rated | 957 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School of Science and Technology Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | - not rated | 3,359 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newham College of Further Education East Ham Campus , High Street South E6 6ER | - not rated | 237 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy 326 Barking Road , East Ham E6 2BB | - not rated | 328 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newham Sixth Form College Prince Regent Lane , Plaistow E13 8SG | - not rated | 2,249 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London Academy of Excellence Broadway House , 322 High Street E15 1AJ | - not rated | 4,510 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre) 275 - 285 High Street , Stratford E15 2TF | - not rated | 4,620 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langdon Academy Sussex Road , East Ham E6 2PS | 3out of 4 | 957 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbury Community School Hulse Avenue , IG11 9UW | 3out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | 4out of 4 | 3,359 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| School 21 Pitchford Street , E15 4RZ | - not rated | 4,105 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton School 234 Cann Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 3NN | 3out of 4 | 4,567 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansbury School Park Avenue , E6 2PN | - not rated | 568 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizon Academy Flanders Road , E6 6FE | 3out of 4 | 624 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alif Academy 313-319 Katherine Road , Forest Gate E7 8PJ | - not rated | 1,599 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northstar New School c/o Gascoigne Primary Annex , The Shaftesburys IG11 7JA | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grangewood Independent School Chester Road , Forest Gate E7 8QT | - not rated | 1,662 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| % Arabica | Unit 2, Market Street | 62 yd | |
| Nutrition Kitchen | East Ham Leisure Centre, 324 Barking Road | 256 yd | |
| Town Hall Kitchens | East Ham Town Hall, 324 Barking Road | 308 yd | |
| Cataleya Cakes Limited | Flat, 129 High Street South | 318 yd | |
| Flanders Community Centre - HAF Project | 116 Napier Road, East Ham | 389 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion E6 | 80 High Street South, East Ham | 113 yd | |
| Denmark Arms | 381 Barking Road, East Ham | 459 yd | |
| East Ham South Conservative Club | 1 Vicarage Lane, East Ham | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gah Shing | 5 High Street South, East Ham | 161 yd | |
| East Ham Fried Chicken | 17 High Street South, East Ham | 161 yd | |
| Double Blessing Network (DBN) Limited | 13 High Street South, East Ham | 176 yd | |
| 7 Mamas Ltd | 2 Rancliffe Road, East Ham | 313 yd | |
| White Horse Fisheries | 106 High Street South, East Ham | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 189 High Street South, East Ham | 396 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 66 High Street North, East Ham | 541 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 2 - 10 Myrtle Road, East Ham | 602 yd | |
| Tesco | 1 Pilgrims Way, East Ham | 652 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newham College Of Further Education EAST HAM CAMPUS EAST HAM CAMPUS HIGH STREET SOUTH | health and fitness suite | 232 yd |
| East Ham Leisure Centre BARKING ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 253 yd |
| Central Park High Street | tennis courts | 295 yd |
| Flanders Playing Field NAPIER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Vicarage Primary School VICARAGE PRIMARY SCHOOL VICARAGE PRIMARY SCHOOL VICARAGE LANE | 454 yd | |
| Muscle Mania Fitness (Closed) Unit 1 Unit 1 Kempton Road | health and fitness suite | 591 yd |
| Bonny Downs (The Well Centre) THE WELL THE WELL VICARAGE LANE | 601 yd | |
| Barking Road Recreation Ground Barking Road | grass pitches | 912 yd |
| Langdon Academy SUSSEX ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 923 yd |
| Easygym (London East Ham) 145-147 145-147 HIGH STREET NORTH | health and fitness suite | 955 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 | 140.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 259.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 21.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 188.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.