Plaistow
Population
46,913
Crime per 1,000 residents
258
Schools
18
Parks
11
Stations
3
GP practices
30
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Plaistow is an East London area within Newham, close to Stratford, West Ham and Upton Park. It offers District and Hammersmith & City line access and residential streets.
Vibe and lifestyle
Diverse, affordable and practical with a strong local community. Popular with families, renters and commuters seeking East London value.
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Safety and crime trends
12,075 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 18 schools (14 primary, 3 secondary and 1 special schools), alongside 30 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 46,913 across 15,569 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £396,757, based on 885 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 8 supermarkets, 3 transport stations, 11 parks and 4 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 11 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.