E5 is in London's East End, currently experiencing active gentrification with a trajectory score of 45.4 out of 100, placing it at the 24th percentile nationally. Property prices have grown at 2.3% compound annual growth rate over five years, while rental growth has outpaced capital appreciation at 4.7% annually over the same period. Population figures remained essentially flat, declining by 0.1% over the five-year period. The divergence between rental and capital growth suggests the area attracts buy-to-let investors seeking yield, though long-term appreciation remains modest compared to stronger-performing postcodes nationally.
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- 1Property prices up 1.9% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.7% per year
- 3Population declining at 0.1% per year
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What's changing in Clapton · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.2 points this month to 47/100, driven mainly by safety.
60 planning applications submitted in E5 over the last six months, 1 change of use.
- Certificate of Lawful Development (Proposed) for a change of use from a dwellinghouse (Class C3) to a small HMO (Use Class C4).Feb 2026 · Grant
- Non material amendment to planning permission ref 2025/1105 dated 01/08/2025 comprising the removal of the existing brick front boundary wall and the installation of a cycle storage unit with timber cladding, metal fascia and green roofing.Apr 2026 · pending
- Erection of single storey rear side Infill ExtensionApr 2026 · pending
Clapton (E5) common questions
Is Clapton up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Clapton (E5) as Active. Its trajectory score is 47/100 (Average), in the top 70% of districts nationally. The score is up 6.7 points over the last 12 months.
Is Clapton safe?
Clapton has a safety score of 35/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Clapton?
The average property price in Clapton (E5) is £1.02m as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.9% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Clapton?
The median monthly rent in Clapton (E5) is £1,739 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Clapton?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Homerton (E9), Cambridge (CB23), Lewisham (SE13), Highbury (N5), Crystal Palace (SE19). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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