Bethnal Green
Population
46,341
Crime per 1,000 residents
532
Schools
5
Parks
37
Stations
10
GP practices
47
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Bethnal Green is an East London area between Shoreditch, Whitechapel and Hackney. It offers a mix of traditional East End character, green space, markets and excellent Tube links.
Vibe and lifestyle
Lively, diverse and creative with a strong local identity. Popular with young professionals, artists and long-term residents who want East London energy.
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Safety and crime trends
24,611 crimes were recorded between 2024-04 and 2025-01, spanning 10 months of data. The category breakdown helps show whether activity is concentrated in a few offence types or spread across a broader mix of incidents.
Families, schools and healthcare
The local education footprint includes 5 schools (4 primary, 1 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 47 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.
Population and property context
Census data indicates a resident population of 46,341 across 19,255 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £580,937, based on 1,191 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 12 supermarkets, 10 transport stations, 37 parks and 23 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 24 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.