Stepney, Greater London | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Stepney

Stepney is a district in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, located in Greater London. It is situated to the east of the City of London and is part of the E1 postcode area. The area has a mix of residential and commercial properties, with a variety of shops, cafes, and local amenities. Stepney is well-connected by public transport, including the District and Hammersmith & City lines, making it easy to travel to other parts of London.

The district has a diverse community and offers several parks and green spaces for leisure activities. Notable landmarks include the historic St Dunstan's Church and the nearby Stepney Green Park. The area is also home to various educational institutions, contributing to its lively atmosphere. Overall, Stepney presents a blend of urban life with convenient access to the wider city.

School Ratings in Stepney

There are 967 schools in and around Stepney. Alice Model Nursery School, London East Alternative Provision, Swanlea School and Stepney All Saints Church of England Secondary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 21 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Stepney

The average property price is £982K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £570K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Stepney

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Stepney, with 953 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Stepney

Stepney falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Healthcare in Stepney

There are 218 GP surgeries within three miles of Stepney, the nearest being Cgl Tower Hamlets (0.1 miles away).

Local Data for Stepney

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Property Prices 5,502 sales

Average Price £982K

£100 , £180.5M

Detached £2.19M 2

Semi £1.13M 7

Terraced £875K 390

Flat £570K 4,643

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

440 Primary

112 Secondary

415 Other

Outstanding 13

Good 21

Requires improvement 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the E1 postcode area.

Kobi Nazrul Primary School Primary Good 104 yards Madani Secondary Girls' School Not applicable Good 119 yards London Enterprise Academy Secondary 0.1 miles Date Palm Primary Not applicable Outstanding 0.1 miles Wapping High School Secondary Good 0.1 miles Daffodil Preparatory School Not applicable Requires Improvement 0.1 miles Al-Mizan School Not applicable Good 0.2 miles London East Academy Not applicable Good 0.2 miles Mulberry School for Girls Secondary Outstanding 0.2 miles Buttercup Primary School Not applicable Requires Improvement 0.2 miles Harry Gosling Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles John Smith Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles

Household Income in Stepney ONS 2023

The average total household income in Stepney is approximately £68,858 a year before tax, 25% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £52,248. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Stepney £68,858

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £52,248.

Businesses in Stepney ONS 2025

There are approximately 6,551 active businesses based in Stepney, around 88 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 85% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 219 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

6,551 Total businesses

88 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 85%

Small, 10-49 11%

Medium, 50-249 3%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Stepney IMD 2025

Stepney falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation

3/10

Income

3/10

Employment

5/10

Education

6/10

Health

4/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

2/10

Children 0-15 18%

Working age 76%

Older 65+ 6%

13,652 Children (0-15) 18%

56,276 Working Age 76%

4,299 Older (65+) 6%

Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 72.5% of children in income-deprived families

Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 66.9% 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 Stepney 5,035 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Stepney sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 975

Anti-Social Behaviour 953

Theft from Person 593

Other Theft 581

Shoplifting 470

Public Order 262

Drugs 232

Burglary 215

Criminal Damage & Arson 196

Vehicle Crime 184

Robbery 162

Bicycle Theft 133

Other Crime 50

Weapons 29

Local Policing

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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Whitechapel Train Station 0.3 miles

Shadwell Train Station 0.4 miles

Bethnal Green Train Station 0.6 miles

London Liverpool Street Train Station 0.8 miles

Wapping Train Station 0.9 miles

Limehouse Train Station 1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Whitechapel 0.6 miles Spitalfields 0.6 miles Bethnal Green 0.6 miles St George in the East 0.6 miles Wapping 0.6 miles Globe Town 0.9 miles Shadwell 0.9 miles Ratcliff 0.9 miles Limehouse 1.2 miles Shoreditch 1.4 miles St Luke's 1.4 miles Bow 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Tower Hamlets

Ward Shadwell

Constituency Poplar and Limehouse

Parish Tower Hamlets, unparished area

Region London

Home Ownership in Stepney

Of the 26,334 households in and around Stepney, 21% are owned, 38% are socially rented and 41% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 21% Social rented 38% Private rented 41%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Stepney

What is the population of Stepney?

Stepney has a population of approximately 74,232 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Stepney?

The average property in and around Stepney sold for about £982,200, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 181% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Stepney a deprived area?

Stepney sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Stepney?

Stepney is covered by the E1 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Stepney?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Stepney, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Stepney?

The nearest railway station to Stepney is Whitechapel Train Station, about 0.3 miles away.

Streets in E1 30 shown View all streets

Adelina Grove 6 Adler Street 6 Albert Gardens 1 Alderney Road 1 Aldgate High Street 1 Alie Street 12 Allport Mews 1 Amazon Street 1 Amiel Street 1 Angel Mews 1 Antill Terrace 1 Arbour Square 3 Argyle Road 1 Artillery Lane 4 Artillery Passage 2 Ashfield Street 6 Assam Street 3 Assembly Passage 6 Avis Square 1 Aylward Street 4 Back Church Lane 7 Bacon Street 1 Bale Road 1 Bancroft Road 10 Barnardo Gardens 2 Barnardo Street 2 Barnett Street 1 Barnsley Street 2 Batty Street 3 Bay Court 2

Postcodes in E1 50 shown View all postcodes

E1 0AA E1 0AD E1 0AE E1 0AF E1 0AG E1 0AH E1 0AJ E1 0AL E1 0AN E1 0AP E1 0AQ E1 0AR E1 0AS E1 0AT E1 0AU E1 0AW E1 0AX E1 0AY E1 0AZ E1 0BA E1 0BB E1 0BD E1 0BE E1 0BF E1 0BG E1 0BH E1 0BJ E1 0BL E1 0BN E1 0BP E1 0BQ E1 0BS E1 0BT E1 0BU E1 0BW E1 0BX E1 0BY E1 0BZ E1 0DA E1 0DB E1 0DD E1 0DE E1 0DF E1 0DG E1 0DH E1 0DN E1 0DP E1 0DQ E1 0DR E1 0DS

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