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Location in Greater LondonAldersbrook sits where the marker shows within the county.

55,963
Population
21,725
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£76,204
Avg. household income
2,685
Businesses
6,301
People per km²
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About Aldersbrook

In Greater London, Aldersbrook is a town. Addresses here fall under the E11 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Leytonstone and Wanstead.

Around 55,963 people live in Aldersbrook, a densely built-up urban area. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Aldersbrook sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.

School Ratings in Aldersbrook

Families in Aldersbrook have access to 634 local schools. Acacia Nursery and Davies Lane Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Aldersbrook

Homes sell for an average of £585K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £371K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aldersbrook

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Aldersbrook, with 523 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Aldersbrook

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Aldersbrook around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Aldersbrook

There are 144 GP surgeries within three miles of Aldersbrook, the nearest being Dr Mohammed Green Man Medical Centre (0.5 miles away).

Property Prices 5,425 sales

Average Price £585K
£500 , £7.92M
Detached £1.41M 111
Semi £946K 462
Terraced £696K 2,194
Flat £371K 2,409

Household Income in Aldersbrook ONS 2023

The average total household income in Aldersbrook is approximately £76,204 a year before tax, 38% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £53,547. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Aldersbrook £76,204
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £53,547.

Businesses in Aldersbrook ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,685 active businesses based in Aldersbrook, around 48 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,685 Total businesses
48 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 94%
Small, 10-49 5%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Aldersbrook IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Aldersbrook are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
2/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 69%
Older 65+ 12%
10,553 Children (0-15) 19%
38,794 Working Age 69%
6,614 Older (65+) 12%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Aldersbrook 2,066 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Aldersbrook are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 530
Anti-Social Behaviour 523
Shoplifting 216
Other Theft 155
Vehicle Crime 142
Drugs 113
Public Order 105
Theft from Person 86
Burglary 83
Robbery 59
Bicycle Theft 22
Other Crime 17
Weapons 10
Criminal Damage & Arson 5
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Leytonstone High Road Train Station 0.7 miles
Wanstead Park Train Station 1.2 miles
Forest Gate Train Station 1.3 miles
Leyton Midland Road Train Station 1.4 miles
Woodgrange Park Train Station 1.6 miles
Wood Street Train Station 1.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District Waltham Forest
Ward Leytonstone
Constituency Leyton and Wanstead
Parish Waltham Forest, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Aldersbrook

Of the 21,619 households in and around Aldersbrook, 50% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 31% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 50% Social rented 19% Private rented 31%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Aldersbrook.

Frequently Asked Questions about Aldersbrook

What is the population of Aldersbrook?
Aldersbrook has a population of approximately 55,963 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Aldersbrook?
The average property in and around Aldersbrook sold for about £585,068, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 68% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Aldersbrook a deprived area?
Aldersbrook sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Aldersbrook?
Aldersbrook is covered by the E11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Aldersbrook?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Aldersbrook, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Aldersbrook?
The nearest railway station to Aldersbrook is Leytonstone High Road Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.