Leyton
Population
42,998
Crime per 1,000 residents
406
Schools
8
Parks
14
Stations
4
GP practices
21
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Leyton is an East London area within Waltham Forest, close to Stratford, Hackney Marshes and Walthamstow. It offers Central line links, Victorian terraces and improving local amenities.
Vibe and lifestyle
Residential, diverse and increasingly popular with young professionals and families. It offers strong transport and better value than many inner East London areas.
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Safety and crime trends
17,430 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 8 schools (6 primary, 2 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 21 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 42,998 across 15,255 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £508,323, based on 1,362 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 9 supermarkets, 4 transport stations, 14 parks and 8 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 14 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.