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Area Overview
Leyton and the surrounding areas have always had the location and housing stock to be considered one of the more desirable spots in East London. Now benefiting from the huge re-generation and investment prompted by the London 2012 Olympic Games, it would seem the area is well on the way to fulfilling it's huge potential.
The Lea Valley 500-acre site will be transformed from being one of the most under-developed in the country to one with restored natural ecology and new infrastructure providing the setting for sustainable communities. There will be a wealth of benefits to local people and prospective purchasers alike, such as, the regeneration of east London, cross-city transport improvements in London, a massive influx of social and shopping facilities and, of course, opportunities for a vast array of businesses.
Leyton and the surrounding areas are already popular and extremely well linked by transport to the City, Docklands, the West End and eventually the rest of Europe, with the Channel Tunnel Rail Link opening in 2009. With the buzz, hype and re-generation kick started by the Olympic Games, the area can only continue to grow and prosper, making it London's newest and 'possibly' only remaining hotspot.
Guide to Leyton transport links: www.tfl.gov.uk/tflTrains
- Leyton Midland Road (National Rail)
- Leytonstone High Road
Tubes
- Leyton (Central Line) (Zone 3)
- Leytonstone (Zone 4, Zone 3)
- Snaresbrook (Zone 4)
- Wanstead (Zone 4)
Leyton Local Authorities:
Leyton is represented by Newham Council, Waltham Forest Council 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.
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 2 councils covering the Leyton area.Council tax rates for each Local Authority
Council |
A |
B |
C |
D |
E |
F |
G |
H |
Newham |
£775 |
£904 |
£1,033 |
£1,163 |
£1,421 |
£1,679 |
£1,938 |
£2,325 |
Waltham Forest |
£910 |
£1,062 |
£1,213 |
£1,365 |
£1,668 |
£1,971 |
£2,275 |
£2,730 |
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
To find out who is the registered supplier for a property, please contact the following:
Gas and Electricity Supplier
Water Supplier
Thames Water 0845 9200 888 http://www.thameswater.co.uk/cps/rde/xchg/corp/hs.xsl/536.htm
Schools: www.direct.gov.uk/en/Diol1/DoItOnline/DG_4017636 |
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