Which borough is E17 in?

The E17 postcode district is located in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. It primarily covers the area of Walthamstow in North East London. The local authority responsible for this area is the Waltham Forest London Borough Council.

Which council is E17 in?

London Borough of Waltham Forest.

Is Walthamstow a borough?

The Walthamstow Urban District was converted into a municipal borough in 1929, becoming the Municipal Borough of Walthamstow.

What area of London is E17?

E17 in London refers to Walthamstow, a vibrant area in Northeast London, primarily within the Borough of Waltham Forest, known for its mix of Victorian homes, modern developments, markets, and excellent transport links via the Victoria Line and Overground. It's located about 7.5 miles from Central London, offering a blend of urban buzz and calm, with areas like Walthamstow Village and Upper Walthamstow within the district. 

What areas does Waltham Forest Council cover?

The London Borough of Waltham Forest was created in 1965 under the London Government Act 1963, covering the combined area of the former municipal boroughs of Chingford, Leyton and Walthamstow. The area was transferred from Essex to Greater London to become one of the 32 London Boroughs.

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Which zone is Walthamstow, London?

(Zone 3) Live The station is currently quiet. It is quieter than it usually is at this time. It is likely to get busier.

Is E17 a good area?

One of the outstanding advantages of living in E17 Walthamstow is its excellent transport links and connectivity: the Victoria Line and Overground services make it easy and quick to reach Central London. Further, the area is well-covered by a number of bus routes and cycling paths.

What is the biggest ethnic group in Walthamstow?

The biggest ethnic group in Walthamstow, and the wider London Borough of Waltham Forest, is White British, though it's a highly diverse area with significant Asian and Black communities, with Asian (including Pakistani) and Black (African/Caribbean) groups being the next largest. The area is known for its rich multicultural mix, with many residents from various backgrounds like Pakistani, African, and Caribbean, alongside a substantial White British population. 

What is the richest borough in London?

Average wage income

According to ONS average yearly wage data, in 2022, Kensington and Chelsea ranked as the richest borough in London, with the average wages earned by residents being £73,917. Westminster is second, with the mean wages adding up to £59,674.

Is Walthamstow a wealthy area?

Last year the number of property millionaires in Waltham Forest, the London borough encompassing Walthamstow and Chingford, grew 56% as the number of homes worth £1m or more hit 1,330.

When did Walthamstow leave Essex?

The report of the commission proposed that Walthamstow should be combined with Chingford to form one of 52 boroughs in Greater London. Following the London Government Act 1963 in 1965 the borough was abolished and transferred from Essex to Greater London.

What borough is Waltham in?

Welcome to Waltham Forest. The London Borough of Waltham Forest is a vibrant outer London borough in north London, we have a thriving business district and close transport links to central London.

Which borough is e14 in?

London Borough of Tower Hamlets.

Which borough is Aldgate in?

Today, Aldgate, in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, is known for its proximity to the City of London, Canary Wharf, and Shoreditch, making it a prime area for young professionals, students, and families.

How rough is Walthamstow?

There are definitely rough parts and it's not always the safest place but it's been 'gentrified' a lot and is a nice area to live in. I got robbed quite a few times as a kid but it seems to have all calmed down now. Walthamstow village has always been really nice and the rest of it is getting nicer too.

Where do billionaires live in London?

Knightsbridge

When it comes to luxury, Knightsbridge is unmatched. Home to Harrods, Hyde Park and some of the city's most elegant residences, this area is a magnet for international billionaires, celebrities and royals alike.

What is the coolest postcode in London?

The coolest postcode in London for 2026

For London, it was E14's Poplar that was crowned the coolest place to live for 2026. Branded as perfect for "urban 'makers'", Poplar was described as "pedigree" by The Sunday Times.

Which side of London is posh?

If you know London, it's hardly surprising news. Both west London boroughs are home to the vast majority of the most expensive streets in the whole of the UK, in the likes of Knightsbridge, Mayfair and Belgravia.

Is Walthamstow London or Essex?

Waltham Forest is a vibrant East London borough made up of the areas of Walthamstow, Leyton, Leytonstone and Chingford. In 2021, Walthamstow was named as one of London's six best places to live in London by the Sunday Times and came top for being value for money in terms of average house prices.

What is the oldest borough in London?

The oldest London borough is Kingston upon Thames, the largest (by size) is Bromley and the smallest is Kensington & Chelsea.

Is there a tube to Walthamstow?

Walthamstow Central (/ˈwɔːlθəmstoʊ, ˈwɒl-/) is an interchange station in Walthamstow, in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. It provides southbound Victoria line services of the London Underground, and Weaver line services on the Lea Valley lines of the London Overground.