E12 5HR is a safe, established residential area on Sunderland Way, 1.0km from Wanstead Flats in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Wanstead Park ward and the Leyton and Wanstead constituency.
The people who live in E12 5HR are typical of a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. Outside of residential hours, higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Redbridge.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £410k.
Census 2021 statistics for E12 5HR are sourced from Output Area E00019047 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SUNDERLAND WAY, E12 5HR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUNDERLAND WAY, E12 5HR.
416
34
£ 69,700 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
59% of E12 5HR's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E12 5HR. The average age is 34.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 405,000
8 sales · Mean £ 395,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
E12 5HR has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Aldersbrook Primary School
Highlands Primary School
Cranbrook Primary School
Wanstead High School
Avenue Primary School
Sheringham Nursery School & Children's Centre
Sheringham Primary School
Sir John Heron Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Pauls Plaice0.5 km
- Big Mama's0.9 km
- Chaiiwala0.7 km
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Shabnam superstore ltd0.9 km
- Wine Plus0.5 km
- Aldersbrook Asda on the move0.7 km
- Belgrave Supermarket0.9 km
- Haris Halal Meat0.9 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Golden Fleece1.0 km
- Ilford Golf Club0.9 km
- Aldersbrook Bowls Club Limited0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Royal Voluntary Service0.5 km
- Wanstead Park Kiosk0.5 km
- Biryani Guys CPU0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Courtney Hotel Ltd0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Manor Park1.2 km
- Woodgrange Park1.6 km
- Ilford1.8 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: E125HR · Data under Open Government Licence