Shadwell has an above average violent crime rate and an above average property crime rate for London.

Is Shadwell rough?

There were well over 500 violent incidents in Shadwell in the one-year period. A shocking 40 violent and sexual incidents took place near the station in November 2018. In Bow East there were more than 600 violent crimes reported in the year. There were 34 violent and sexual crimes reported in the area in November 2018.

Is Shadwell a nice place to live?

With excellent neighbouring areas like Wapping and Shoreditch and convenient travel connections, Shadwell is fast becoming a desirable London area. You don't need to be a maritime expert to make the most of living in Shadwell. But there's no harm in battening down the hatches and calling the E1 postcode your new home.