Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

ELMSTEAD ROAD, IG3 8AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMSTEAD ROAD, IG3 8AX.

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Population

521

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 50,500 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG3 8AX 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.

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3/10
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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines IG3 8AX — 63% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 12.6% year-on-year.

home £376,000 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IG3 8AX is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Elmstead Road, 0.4km from Seven Kings in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Goodmayes ward and the Ilford South constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — 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 — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 70 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £376k, up 12.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IG3 8AX are sourced from Output Area E00018684 (shared with 11 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 IG3 8AX. The average age is 32.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British19.7%
Asian / British Asian62.6%
Black / African / Caribbean10.0%
Other / Mixed7.7%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

£ 376,000

4 sales · Mean £ 389,250

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

Crime around IG3 8AX is moderate at 70 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 offences280
Anti-social behaviour202
Vehicle crime89
Other theft77
Drugs57

school Local Schools

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Ark Isaac Newton Academy

Outstanding1754 pupils0.5 km
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The Palmer Catholic Academy

Good1172 pupils0.5 km
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South Park Primary School

Good650 pupils0.5 km
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St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy

Good309 pupils0.7 km
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SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School

Good400 pupils0.9 km
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Aldborough Primary School

Good320 pupils0.9 km
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Downshall Primary School

Good0.9 km
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Mayespark Primary School

Good692 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

62 nearby
  • Noori Foods0.5 km
  • Allen Bottle and Basket0.9 km
  • Attock Store Ltd0.5 km
  • Best Moon Shop0.3 km
  • Classic Halal Foods0.2 km
  • + 57 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

45 nearby
  • Colony Restaurant0.5 km
  • Gymkhana Restaurant0.4 km
  • Chicken House0.2 km
  • Delhi O Delhi0.1 km
  • Elixir Cafe Bar & Food Market0.2 km
  • + 40 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Azad Food Centre0.9 km
  • Co-op0.2 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Aldi0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Blue Sapphire Hotel0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

50 nearby
  • Brothers Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Chesters0.4 km
  • Lahore Spice0.2 km
  • Lakers Chicken0.3 km
  • Little Dessert Shop0.2 km
  • + 45 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • St. Cedd's Catholic Club0.6 km
  • Central Restaurant and Lounge0.3 km
  • McCafferty's0.4 km
  • The Prince Of Wales Public House0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Seven Kings0.2 km
  • Goodmayes1.1 km
  • Newbury Park1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Seven Kings Rail Station0.2 km