IG11 0BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Westminster Gardens, 1.3km from Barking in Barking and Dagenham. Administratively it sits within Thames View ward and the Barking constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Barking and Dagenham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £432k, down 23.4% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for IG11 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00000470 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTMINSTER GARDENS, IG11 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTMINSTER GARDENS, IG11 0BJ.
459
34
£ 47,800 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG11 0BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates IG11 0BJ — age 34, 64% ownership, 23% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 23.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG11 0BJ. The average age is 33.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 350,000
15 sales · Mean £ 376,133
Semi-Detached
£ 450,000
1 sales · Mean £ 450,000
Detached
£ 335,000
1 sales · Mean £ 335,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IG11 0BJ is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Greatfields School
Gascoigne Primary School
Ripple Primary School
Thames View Infants
Thames View Junior School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Pathways School
Eastbury Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Rivers of Joy1.0 km
- Chung Wah0.6 km
- Mama's Peri Peri0.9 km
- Smart Groceries and Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- Thames Cafe0.6 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Miorita Ltd0.9 km
- Bulgarian Food Store0.7 km
- Lituanica Barking0.5 km
- News Food & Wine0.5 km
- Lotus0.9 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Barking United Services Club0.8 km
- The Spot0.9 km
- The Lighterman Public House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Bela Lisbaa0.9 km
- Eastbury Manor House1.0 km
- Nefis Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- Royal Dhaba Catering0.3 km
- Enjoy Snack Bar0.3 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Nisa Local1.0 km
- Bangla Town Cash & Carry1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barking1.4 km
- Ilford3.7 km
- Woodgrange Park3.8 km
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Postcode Profile: IG110BJ · Data under Open Government Licence