According to the latest Office for National Statistics data, payroll headcount is down 964 year-on-year (November 2024 vs 2025)

Latest employment data for November 2025 shows the number of employees on payroll in Waltham Forest was 137,074, down -0.7% on the same month last year.

In the most recent month, businesses reported that payroll fell by 367 indicating continued pressure on jobs.

Overall, employment in Waltham Forest remains lower than a year ago, with employers reporting payroll headcount down 964 (-0.7%) year-on-year.

The figures are based on analysis of the latest Office for National Statistics payroll data by the employment and pay app WageSight.

The trend in Waltham Forest reflects a mixed employment picture across London, with some areas reporting improvements while others continue to see pressure on payroll numbers.

Nationally, employment levels have shown a mixed picture over the past year, creating a challenging backdrop.

Paul Hebden, WageSight director, said: “The latest figures underline the continued pressure on employment in Waltham Forest. Payroll remains down compared with last year, and recent month-on-month data suggests employers are still cutting back.”

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