IG3 8BU is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.2km 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 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for IG3 8BU are sourced from Output Area E00018684 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IG3 8BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IG3 8BU.
521
33
£ 50,500 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG3 8BU 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
Cultural diversity defines IG3 8BU — 63% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 33 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG3 8BU. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IG3 8BU is moderate at 71 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
The Palmer Catholic Academy
Ark Isaac Newton Academy
St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy
South Park Primary School
Aldborough Primary School
Downshall Primary School
SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School
Seven Kings School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
64 nearby- Allen Bottle and Basket0.8 km
- Attock Store Ltd0.4 km
- Best Moon Shop0.1 km
- Classic Halal Foods0.1 km
- Deepa Food Store0.3 km
- + 59 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Blue Sapphire Hotel0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
46 nearby- Chicken House0.1 km
- Delhi O Delhi0.0 km
- Elixir Cafe Bar & Food Market0.3 km
- Hashtag Cafe Ltd0.3 km
- Kebabish Original0.2 km
- + 41 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-op0.1 km
- Azad Food Centre0.9 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Aldi0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
48 nearby- Brothers Fish Bar0.3 km
- Chesters0.3 km
- Lahore Spice0.1 km
- Lakers Chicken0.1 km
- Little Dessert Shop0.3 km
- + 43 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- St. Cedd's Catholic Club0.6 km
- Central Restaurant and Lounge0.4 km
- McCafferty's0.3 km
- The Prince Of Wales Public House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seven Kings0.1 km
- Goodmayes1.0 km
- Newbury Park1.5 km
Bus Stops
- Seven Kings Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: IG38BU · Data under Open Government Licence