Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

SWINDON CLOSE, IG3 8BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SWINDON CLOSE, IG3 8BQ.

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Population

507

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 50,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG3 8BQ 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.

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3/10
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6/10
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8/10
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4/10
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10/10
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4/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines IG3 8BQ — 66% 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.

home £522,500 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IG3 8BQ is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Swindon Close, 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 workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 45% 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 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £522k.

Census 2021 statistics for IG3 8BQ are sourced from Output Area E00018690 (shared with 6 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 8BQ. The average age is 32.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British22.0%
Asian / British Asian66.2%
Black / African / Caribbean5.9%
Other / Mixed5.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 522,500

6 sales · Mean £ 465,833

Flat

£ 110,000

1 sales · Mean £ 110,000

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

Crime around IG3 8BQ is moderate at 60 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 offences252
Anti-social behaviour136
Vehicle crime74
Other theft65
Drugs54

school Local Schools

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The Palmer Catholic Academy

Good1172 pupils0.3 km
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Ark Isaac Newton Academy

Outstanding1754 pupils0.4 km
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St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy

Good309 pupils0.5 km
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South Park Primary School

Good650 pupils0.6 km
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SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School

Good400 pupils0.8 km
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Aldborough Primary School

Good320 pupils0.8 km
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Downshall Primary School

Good0.8 km
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Seven Kings School

Outstanding2195 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

60 nearby
  • Delta Wine0.8 km
  • MBN Food & Wine1.0 km
  • Ariana Butcher Halal & Poultry1.0 km
  • BNR Convenience Store Ltd1.0 km
  • Seven Kings Halal Meat0.9 km
  • + 55 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

43 nearby
  • Five Lads Goodmayes1.0 km
  • Imaan Restaurant & Takeaway1.0 km
  • Ceylon Street0.6 km
  • Muziris0.6 km
  • Aladdins0.9 km
  • + 38 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

54 nearby
  • Tops Pizza 7kings/ Tops Dessert1.0 km
  • Zu’s Grill1.0 km
  • Brunch & Boba0.6 km
  • Dessertz0.8 km
  • K F C0.3 km
  • + 49 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Central Restaurant and Lounge0.3 km
  • McCafferty's0.4 km
  • The Prince Of Wales Public House0.8 km
  • St. Cedd's Catholic Club0.7 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Azad Food Centre0.8 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • Co-op0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Blue Sapphire Hotel0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Seven Kings0.1 km
  • Goodmayes1.2 km
  • Newbury Park1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Seven Kings Rail Station0.1 km