Area Guide to Walthamstow

Area Guide to Walthamstow

Our area guide to Walthamstow gives you a quick overview of the neighbourhood from its properties, public parks, local schools, council tax, public transport links to shopping and going out. Postcodes covered by this area guide include E17

Walthamstow Property Types & Architecture

As you will see in the windows of estate agents in the area, Upper Walthamstow (known as The Village) has the more expensive homes in the area from large Victorian terraces to cottages, and mid-war semi detached houses. The south of Walthamstow offers roomy Victorian terraced properties. Smaller, one and two bed house / flat conversions can be found at Higham Hill.

Walthamstow Shopping & Entertainment

From all the usual high street shops and chain stores to Europe's longest daily street market, Walthamstow has something for all shoppers from bargains to designer purchases. Galleries and museums provide cultural and historical pursuits, and the town has a variety of cafes, restaurants and places to eat.

Walthamstow Parks & Commons

At Lloyd Park and Aveling Park in Forest Road, Walthamstow you can enjoy more than just open green spaces. Visit the William Morris Gallery, formal and ornamental gardens, scented garden for the visually impaired, bird aviary, cafes, skate park and sports area.

Walthamstow Who lives here?

The Walthamstow neighbourhood characterised by its greyhound racing and busy market. Because of its good transport links, Walthamstow attracts people who work in the city to rent and buy in E17. Walthamstow offers all the typical high street shops and has good transport to London's centre. Walthamstow Village or Upper Walthamstow is a juxtaposition to the busy vibe of this east London borough, with its conservation timbered buildings, 16th century almshouses, and the former workhouses of 1730 which are now the Vestry House Museum.

Guide to Walthamstow transport links:

Trains

  • Blackhorse Road (National Rail)
  • St James
  • Walthamstow Central
  • Walthamstow Queens Road
  • Wood Street

Tubes

  • Aldgate East (District Line, Hammersmith & City Line) (Zone 1)
  • Blackhorse Road (Victoria Line) (Zone 3)
  • Blackhorse Road (National Rail) (Zone 3)
  • Walthamstow Central (Zone 3)
  • Walthamstow Central (Zone 3)

Walthamstow Local Authorities:

Walthamstow which holds the responsibility for delivering services in your area.

Council responsibilities

The council is responsible for all council services and duties, which include Social Services, housing, education and planning. If you’ve a specific question for this council, please visit their website to get contact details for key departments.

    Walthamstow Council Tax Rates:

    Council Tax is worked out by your local council who sets the Council Tax rates for each year. Your property postcode will determine which council you will need to pay. There are currently 0 councils covering the Walthamstow area.

    Council tax rates for each Local Authority

    Council
    English Averages £761 £888 £1,015 £1,142 £1,396 £1,650 £1,904 £2,285
    How much will I have to pay?

    Each year, every local authority will set a rate of council tax for each valuation band. The amount you have to pay depends on the value of your property and the current rates for your local council. Not everyone will have to pay the full amount of council tax. There are three ways in which your council tax bill may be reduced.

    Reductions in council tax:
    - the reduction scheme for disabled people
    - discounts (i.e. If only one person lives in a property they will get a 25% discount on the council tax bill)
    - council tax benefit and second adult rebate

    Learn more about council tax at HM Revenue & Customs

    Schools in Walthamstow & Year 2006 Exam Results

    Schools in Walthamstow fall under the Local Education Authority. Below is a comprehensive list of public schools in Walthamstow by type, together with full school details and the latest exam results.

    Local schools within Walthamstow:

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