Walthamstow is broadly average for London crime — much safer than its reputation suggests. The E17 postcode has lower crime than many comparable east London areas. The area has gentrified significantly and crime has fallen as the population profile has changed.
The Village area around Orford Road and the streets around Lloyd Park are the safest parts.
Areas closer to the North Circular and some streets around the market can have higher crime.
Live Police UK data broken down by crime type — free, no sign-up.
See also: Walthamstow area guide →