Blackwall on the map
Location in Greater LondonBlackwall sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Blackwall
In Greater London, Blackwall is a city. Addresses here fall under the E14 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Poplar and South Bromley.
Around 107,994 people live in Blackwall, a densely built-up urban area. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Blackwall sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Blackwall
Families in Blackwall have access to 809 local schools. Mayflower Primary School and Woolmore Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Blackwall
Homes sell for an average of £963K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £580K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blackwall
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Blackwall, with 718 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Blackwall
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blackwall around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.
Healthcare in Blackwall
There are 142 GP surgeries within three miles of Blackwall, the nearest being Gough Walk Practice (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Blackwall
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Property Prices 15,611 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the E14 postcode area.
Household Income in Blackwall ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blackwall is approximately £78,986 a year before tax, 43% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £57,387. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £57,387.
Businesses in Blackwall ONS 2025
There are approximately 5,829 active businesses based in Blackwall, around 54 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 226 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Blackwall IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Blackwall 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.
Crime in Blackwall 3,271 crimes · April 2026
Crime figures for Blackwall 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Blackwall
Of the 43,611 households in and around Blackwall, 26% are owned, 31% are socially rented and 43% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blackwall.