IG5 is a postcode district in Redbridge, London, covering 233 active and 98 retired postcodes.
The largest share of IG5 (54%) is characterised by an aspirational, minority-led community with growing professional households, alongside a diverse, fast-changing inner-city area with a high proportion of new arrivals (19%). This mix of 6 distinct neighbourhood types makes IG5 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in IG5 are around £571k, up 1.3% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across IG5 at 156 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 39 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full IG5 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
IG5 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the IG5 postcode area.
18,736
39
£ 50,800 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
IG5 is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £571k, 69% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £571k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Gilbert Colvin Primary School
Glade Primary School
Caterham High School
Parkhill Infants' School
Parkhill Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Unicorn Public House
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Archies
- Cafe 178 / Tosaka sushi
- Cafe at No 4
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Fullwell Parade News/Fullwell Avenue Post Office
- Jilani Halal Meat
- Suma News Ltd
- Little Shop
- Longwood Parade Post Office
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Clayhall Fish Bar
- Jilani Grill & Curry
- Golden Anchor
- Jilani Chicken & Chips
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Area Profile: IG5 · Data under Open Government Licence