Leytonstone
Population
55,128
Crime per 1,000 residents
244
Schools
8
Parks
11
Stations
5
GP practices
14
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Leytonstone is an East London area near Wanstead Flats, Stratford and Walthamstow. It benefits from Central line access, period homes and a growing café and pub scene.
Vibe and lifestyle
Leafy, creative and residential with a relaxed East London feel. Popular with families, professionals and first-time buyers seeking space and transport.
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Safety and crime trends
13,405 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 14 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 55,128 across 21,725 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £619,004, based on 1,889 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 4 supermarkets, 5 transport stations, 11 parks and 9 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 23 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.