We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Lea (Lee) in Hackney from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Lea (Lee) older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Lea (Lee) and Hackney? Is Lea (Lee) an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Lea (Lee) Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Lea (Lee) residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | King's Park | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 18.38% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 6.74% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 9.71% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.91% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 12.83% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 46.65% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Lea (Lee) & Hackney Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Lea (Lee) in the Hackney local area district.
| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| King's Park | 61.2% | 38.8% |
| Hackney | 60.28% | 39.72% |
| London | 59.37% | 40.63% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Lea (Lee) compared to other wards in Hackney
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hoxton East & Shoreditch | 48.71% | 51.29% |
| 2 | Hoxton West | 48.93% | 51.07% |
| 3 | Woodberry Down | 53.6% | 46.4% |
| 4 | Haggerston | 54.61% | 45.39% |
| 5 | Shacklewell | 56.79% | 43.21% |
| 6 | Dalston | 57.64% | 42.36% |
| 7 | Homerton | 58.89% | 41.11% |
| 8 | De Beauvoir | 58.98% | 41.02% |
| 9 | Brownswood | 59.02% | 40.98% |
| 10 | Hackney Central | 59.22% | 40.78% |
| 11 | London Fields | 59.94% | 40.06% |
| 12 | King's Park | 61.2% | 38.8% |
| 13 | Hackney Downs | 61.27% | 38.73% |
| 14 | Lea Bridge | 63.53% | 36.47% |
| 15 | Victoria | 63.72% | 36.28% |
| 16 | Cazenove | 64.93% | 35.07% |
| 17 | Stoke Newington | 64.96% | 35.04% |
| 18 | Hackney Wick | 65.29% | 34.71% |
| 19 | Clissold | 65.95% | 34.05% |
| 20 | Springfield | 66.39% | 33.61% |
| 21 | Stamford Hill West | 69.72% | 30.28% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Lea (Lee)?
The largest employment sector in Lea (Lee) is Professional Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Process Plant & Machine Operatives.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Professional Occupations | 24.23% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 20.13% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 11.92% |
| Elementary Occupations | 10.85% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 9.66% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 6.63% |
| Skilled Trades | 5.81% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 4.49% |
Lea (Lee) Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Hackney.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Hackney | 6% | -0.5% |
| London | 4.8% | -0.4% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 55.82% |
| In Part-Time Work | 28.86% |
| Unemployed | 8.39% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Lea (Lee) Health Statistics
King's Park has more residents (very_good_pc-$country_health->very_good_pc, 2)%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Park | 52.3% | 29.89% | 11.75% | 4.46% | 1.6% |
| Hackney | 56.66% | 28.41% | 9.92% | 3.65% | 1.35% |
| London | 53.55% | 31.85% | 10.33% | 3.23% | 1.05% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in Hackney changed since 2011?
Hackney residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 2.17% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 52.16% | 30.74% | 10.9% | 4.54% | 1.67% |
| 2021 | 56.66% | 28.41% | 9.92% | 3.65% | 1.35% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Lea (Lee) Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in King's Park.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in Lea (Lee) and Hackney
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Lea (Lee) either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 28.13 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 71.87 of Lea (Lee) residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| King's Park | 28.13% | 71.87% |
| Hackney | 24.57% | 75.43% |
| London | 45.23% | 54.77% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Lea (Lee) has a significantly lower level of home ownership than the national average. This is indicative or an economically deprived area.
Lea (Lee) compared to other wards in Hackney
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stoke Newington | 37.16% | 62.84% |
| 2 | Clissold | 36.68% | 63.32% |
| 3 | Lea Bridge (Hackney) | 33.64% | 66.36% |
| 4 | Brownswood | 29.23% | 70.77% |
| 5 | De Beauvoir | 29.11% | 70.89% |
| 6 | King's Park | 28.13% | 71.87% |
| 7 | Hackney Downs | 27.86% | 72.14% |
| 8 | Dalston | 26.98% | 73.02% |
| 9 | London Fields | 25.07% | 74.93% |
| 10 | Stamford Hill West | 23.9% | 76.1% |
| 11 | Cazenove | 23.81% | 76.19% |
| 12 | Victoria (Hackney) | 23.77% | 76.23% |
| 13 | Shacklewell | 23.32% | 76.68% |
| 14 | Hackney Central | 21.65% | 78.35% |
| 15 | Springfield | 21.32% | 78.68% |
| 16 | Hackney Wick | 21.23% | 78.77% |
| 17 | Homerton | 19.32% | 80.68% |
| 18 | Hoxton West | 18.55% | 81.45% |
| 19 | Haggerston | 17.16% | 82.84% |
| 20 | Hoxton East & Shoreditch | 16.54% | 83.46% |
| 21 | Woodberry Down | 14.69% | 85.31% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Lea (Lee) and Hackney?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Hackney including Lea (Lee). These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Cann Hall | 14259 |
| Cathall | 13013 |
| Chapel End | 15396 |
| Chingford Green | 10475 |
| Endlebury | 10888 |
| Forest | 13137 |
| Grove Green | 15972 |
| Hale End and Highams Park | 12671 |
| Hatch Lane | 11610 |
| High Street | 15038 |
| Higham Hill | 15652 |
| Hoe Street | 14509 |
| Larkswood | 12788 |
| Lea Bridge | 16583 |
| Leyton | 15666 |
| Leytonstone | 13864 |
| Markhouse | 14237 |
| Valley | 12575 |
| William Morris | 14576 |
| Wood Street | 14031 |
| Hackney Total | 276940 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
