Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

MARGARETTING ROAD, E12 5EB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARGARETTING ROAD, E12 5EB.

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Population

311

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 69,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: E12 5EB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, E12 5EB combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£955k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £955k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 3.8% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

E12 5EB is a safe, established residential area on Margaretting Road, 0.7km from Aldersbrook in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Wanstead Park ward and the Leyton and Wanstead constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in E12, E12 5EB offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. By day, the area transitions to a independent professional metro services character: higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £955k, up 3.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for E12 5EB are sourced from Output Area E00019050 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E12 5EB. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British77.9%
Asian / British Asian12.2%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 937,500

4 sales · Mean £ 915,000

Detached

£ 690,000

1 sales · Mean £ 690,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

E12 5EB has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences29
Anti-social behaviour26
Vehicle crime14
Other theft8
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Aldersbrook Primary School

Outstanding684 pupils0.2 km
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Wanstead High School

Good1445 pupils1.3 km
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Highlands Primary School

Outstanding687 pupils1.3 km
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Cranbrook Primary School

Good895 pupils1.4 km
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Godwin Junior School

Good395 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Royal Voluntary Service0.8 km
  • Wanstead Park Kiosk0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Wine Plus0.7 km
  • Euro Garages Ltd0.4 km
  • Euro Garages Ltd (Greggs)0.4 km
  • Money Saver0.7 km
  • Aldersbrook Asda on the move0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Linkside Lawn Tennis Club0.8 km
  • Wanstead Cricket Club0.8 km
  • Wanstead Golf Club0.8 km
  • Aldersbrook Bowls Club Limited0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Chaiiwala0.4 km
  • Pauls Plaice0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Courtney Hotel Ltd0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Manor Park1.4 km
  • Wanstead Park1.7 km
  • Woodgrange Park1.8 km