# E8, London: Market Overview E8 has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of -1.7% in property prices whilst rental growth has achieved 5.2% over the same period. Population increased by 1.7% in the five-year interval. The postcode district currently sits at the early gentrification stage with a trajectory score of 48.1 out of 100, placing it at the 37th percentile nationally. This divergence between price and rental performance suggests a rental-focused market environment during the measured period, with modest demographic expansion supporting letting demand.
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- 1Property prices down 2.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.7% per year
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What's changing in Hackney · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.5 points this month to 49/100, driven mainly by demand.
68 planning applications submitted in E8 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 3 demolition.
- Erection of self-build dwelling and formation of vehicular accessFeb 2026 · pending
- Erection of two storey roof extension alongside associated external alterations and partial demolition of existing building to create a private garden.Apr 2026 · pending
- Refurbishment of Arches 447 and 448, including internal refurbishment works, the demolition of the existing blockwork front infills, and their replacement with new brick faced cavity wall infills incorporating curved, fixed glazed window lights. Resurfacing of the front and rear yard areas, provision of a new bin store within the front yard, to the north of the site and external lighting.Mar 2026 · pending
Hackney (E8) common questions
Is Hackney up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Hackney (E8) as Early. Its trajectory score is 49/100 (Average), in the top 58% of districts nationally. The score is up 0.7 points over the last 12 months.
Is Hackney safe?
Hackney has a safety score of 13/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Hackney?
The average property price in Hackney (E8) is £1.23m as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 2.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Hackney?
The median monthly rent in Hackney (E8) is £2,385 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Hackney?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Islington (N1), Herne Hill (SE24), Moorgate (EC2A), Whitechapel (E1), Clerkenwell (EC1Y). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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