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Area Guide · Waltham Forest

Living in Walthamstow

Know My Postcode · 2026-04-19 · Waltham Forest · E17
Area data snapshot
Avg house price
£430,000
Avg rent (1 bed)
£1,400/mo
Crime
Average
Schools
🎓 Highams Park School (Good)
🎓 Walthamstow Academy (Good)
🎓 Willowfield School (Good)
Transport
🚇 Walthamstow Central (Victoria line)
🚇 Walthamstow Queens Road (Overground)
🚇 Wood Street (Overground)
Green spaces
🌳 Lloyd Park, Epping Forest nearby, Highams Park
Best for
👥 Young professionals, families, Victoria line commuters

Walthamstow is a neighbourhood in Waltham Forest, London. Crime is average compared to the London average, with average house prices around £430,000. Like any area, quality of life varies significantly by postcode — always check the specific address you're considering.

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Crime in Walthamstow

Crime in Walthamstow is average compared to the London average. Always check the specific postcode — Know My Postcode shows live Police UK data broken down by crime type.

Schools in Walthamstow

Know My Postcode shows all Ofsted-rated schools within 1.5km of any Walthamstow postcode with their current rating.

Transport links in Walthamstow

Walthamstow is served by Walthamstow Central (Victoria line), Walthamstow Queens Road (Overground), Wood Street (Overground).

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