IG2 6DW is a safe, established residential area on Milton Crescent, 0.5km from Valentine's Park in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Valentines ward and the Ilford South 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 34 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 73% 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 rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for IG2 6DW are sourced from Output Area E00018886 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILTON CRESCENT, IG2 6DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILTON CRESCENT, IG2 6DW.
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£ 58,400 /yr
48%
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
IG2 6DW has a highly multicultural community character — 64% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. 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 IG2 6DW. The average age is 33.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG2 6DW has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Newbury Park Primary School
Valentines High School
Seven Kings School
Christchurch Primary School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Gearies Primary School
St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy
The Ursuline Academy Ilford
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
38 nearby- Britannia Pharmacy0.7 km
- Big Portion Supermarket0.9 km
- Cranbrook Road Post Office & Store0.8 km
- Fags & Mags0.5 km
- MBN Food & Wine0.9 km
- + 33 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Nisa Local0.8 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
37 nearby- Tina’s Kitchen0.9 km
- Amuthu0.6 km
- Citi Kitchen London0.9 km
- Morley's0.5 km
- Mr. Chicken0.5 km
- + 32 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Ilford Bowling Club0.7 km
- Eastwood Snooker Bar & Grill1.0 km
- Faces Nightclub0.8 km
- Infinity0.8 km
- King George V Public House0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
46 nearby- Chef Sabor0.9 km
- Gardeners Cottage Cafe0.7 km
- Luigi's Ristorante0.9 km
- Mirage Turkish Restaurant0.6 km
- Dolce Espresso0.8 km
- + 41 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Park Hotel0.9 km
- Rossmore Hotel1.0 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park1.0 km
- Ilford1.5 km
- Seven Kings1.6 km
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Postcode Profile: IG26DW · Data under Open Government Licence