IG2 6AJ is a safe, established residential area on Cranley Drive, 0.6km from Newbury Park in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Newbury ward and the Ilford South constituency.
For families considering a move, IG2 6AJ represents 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. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 63% 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 Redbridge.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £475k, up 20.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IG2 6AJ are sourced from Output Area E00185777 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CRANLEY DRIVE, IG2 6AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRANLEY DRIVE, IG2 6AJ.
307
36
£ 58,400 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG2 6AJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IG2 6AJ combines high owner-occupation (63%), strong property values (£475k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 20.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG2 6AJ. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 480,000
9 sales · Mean £ 449,666
Semi-Detached
£ 425,000
1 sales · Mean £ 425,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IG2 6AJ is moderate at 54 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.
school Local Schools
Seven Kings School
Newbury Park Primary School
Christchurch Primary School
St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy
Aldborough Primary School
The Palmer Catholic Academy
Downshall Primary School
Valentines High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Britannia Pharmacy0.7 km
- Geetham Late Night Food & Wine0.7 km
- Ley Street Post Office0.7 km
- Shell Ilford Filling Station0.8 km
- Delta Wine1.0 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Nisa Local0.8 km
- Tesco Stores0.9 km
- Aldi0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Ley Street Cafe Bar0.7 km
- Masala Hut0.7 km
- OKO Lounge0.7 km
- Mirage Turkish Restaurant0.3 km
- Vijay's Virasat Ltd0.4 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Fireaway Pizza0.7 km
- Ifood Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Lights out mocktails0.8 km
- Wingz grill Ltd0.7 km
- Amuthu0.3 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Ilford & District Indoor Bowls Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park0.8 km
- Seven Kings1.3 km
- Ilford1.6 km
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Postcode Profile: IG26AJ · Data under Open Government Licence