Is Walthamstow a dodgy area?

Annual total crime rate in your local area is 420 crimes per thousand resident population. This can be rated as 8 out of 10 or high crime level compared to other local areas in England and Wales.

Where to avoid in Walthamstow?

High Street - 87

The most dangerous area within Walthamstow, with 87 crimes reported there in one month, is the High Street ward.

Is Walthamstow a nice area to live in?

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The perfect place to live and study. From the soon-to-open Soho Theatre, just minutes from campus to the William Morris Gallery, God's Own Junkyard, and the Walthamstow Wetlands, there's always something to explore.

What sort of area is Walthamstow?

Walthamstow is the largest town centre and at the heart of the borough, both geographically and economically, it boasts a diverse community, excellent public transport links to central London and provides homes, employment, retail, services and leisure opportunities.

What is Walthamstow known for?

Walthamstow Market

Not many Londoners know they have the longest outdoor street market in Europe on their very own doorstep. With more than 350 stalls, the market has a traditional cockney feel with influences from the diverse cultures of the area. Plus, it's great fun to explore seven days a week!

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What is the ethnicity of Walthamstow?

As of the 2011 census, White British is the largest ethnicity in all wards. Other White is the second largest in all wards except Markhouse. The other double-digit ethnicities are Pakistani and Black African. The minority ethnic proportion ranges from 48.5% in Chapel End to 58.2% in Markhouse.

Is Walthamstow hip?

Walthamstow is London's coolest neighbourhood, apparently. The Telegraph recently voted the sprawling north east London district the number one coolest neighbourhood in Britain, while Time Out voted it Britain's third coolest hood.

Is Walthamstow being gentrified?

Waltham Forest gentrified the second most of the three case study boroughs and severely gentrified in Walthamstow Central, Walthamstow Village, areas surrounding Lloyd Park and the William Morris Gallery, Blackhorse Road, Lea Bridge, an area near the Wanstead Flats, and clusters of areas near Leyton, Leyton High Road ...

When did Walthamstow stop being Essex?

Following the London Government Act 1963 in 1965 the borough was abolished and transferred from Essex to Greater London. It was combined with the former boroughs of Chingford and Leyton to form the present-day Waltham Forest, one of 32 London boroughs.

Why is everyone moving to Walthamstow?

Living in Walthamstow offers a mix of urban excitement and pastoral tranquility, with keen access to central London due to the impressive transport links. It's a treat for the palate too, where you can opt for a feast at Mediterranean restaurants or an al fresco dining experience at a converted ballroom.

What is the crime rate in Walthamstow London?

Annual total crime rate in your local area is 344 crimes per thousand resident population. This can be rated as 7 out of 10 or high crime level compared to other local areas in England and Wales.

What is the average age in Walthamstow?

The current average age is similar to London as a whole (35 years), but lower than the England average of 40 years of age [1].

What is the nice part of Walthamstow?

Of course living in Walthamstow also means you're right near the impressive Epping Forest and its 6,000 acres or so of glorious green space, the stunning Walthamstow Wetlands Nature Reserve, plus a few other local parks and playgrounds: Wingfield Park. St James Park. Higham Hill Park.

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What celebrities live in Walthamstow?

A number of other celebrities have also been reported to have lived, or to still live, in Walthamstow - the list includes actress Kiera Knightley, comedian Alan Davies, singer/songwriter Ian Dury, and celebrity chef Ainsley Harriott. Artist Grayson Perry even has his studio there.

Where is the biggest black community in the UK?

Almost 96 per cent of Black Britons live in England, particularly in England's larger urban areas, with close to 1.2 million living in Greater London. 47.8% of the total Black British population live in London.

Which city in the UK has the most Muslims?

London has the largest population and greatest proportion (15%) of Muslims in the country. The vast majority of British Muslims in the United Kingdom adhere to Sunni Islam, while smaller numbers are associated with Shia Islam.

What are the least deprived boroughs in London?

Bromley, Richmond upon Thames, ​​Merton, Sutton, Havering, Islington, Bexley, Southwark, Hillingdon and Croydon all have poverty rates lower than the London average. Boroughs with higher levels of poverty are largely north of the river - especially in Inner and East London.

Is Walthamstow multicultural?

Walthamstow is one of England's most ethnically diverse communities.

What is the old name for Walthamstow?

Walthamstow is a village with ancient roots. It was recorded in the Domesday book as 'Wilcumestou', old English for 'place of welcome'. The old heart of village around St Mary's church, still has a lovely rural village feel. Not only is there lots of history to see there is also some great spots to escape into nature.

What town in the UK has the oldest average age?

The privately owned retirement village of Elmbridge in Surrey has the highest median age of all, at 84 years.

Is Walthamstow Village a good place to live?

Named best place to live in London by the Sunday Times, Walthamstow is a vibrant and diverse neighbourhood that blends East London energy with a strong community feel and plenty of green spaces.