Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

REDBRIDGE LANE EAST, IG4 5BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for REDBRIDGE LANE EAST, IG4 5BQ.

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Population

376

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 60,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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Area Character

56% of IG4 5BQ's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IG4 5BQ is a safe, established residential area on Redbridge Lane East, 0.3km from Redbridge in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Clayhall ward and the Ilford North constituency.

For renters and young professionals, IG4 5BQ offers a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 58% 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 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for IG4 5BQ are sourced from Output Area E00018540 (shared with 12 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 IG4 5BQ. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British23.3%
Asian / British Asian56.1%
Black / African / Caribbean9.5%
Other / Mixed11.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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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 IG4 5BQ is moderate at 51 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 offences99
Anti-social behaviour64
Vehicle crime33
Other theft20
Public order19

school Local Schools

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Redbridge Primary School

Outstanding876 pupils0.6 km
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Wanstead High School

Good1445 pupils0.7 km
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Cranbrook Primary School

Good895 pupils1.0 km
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Beacon Business Innovation Hub

Good45 pupils1.1 km
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Beal High School

Good2688 pupils1.1 km
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Nightingale Primary School

Outstanding682 pupils1.3 km
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Highlands Primary School

Outstanding687 pupils1.3 km
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Hatton School and Special Needs Centre

Outstanding190 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Ashleys News1.0 km
  • GB Foods Store (Bangla Bazar)1.0 km
  • Londis Supermarket0.9 km
  • MFG REDBRIDGE (K & M REDBRIDGE LTD) LONDIS0.1 km
  • Britex1.0 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Eton Manor Rugby Club0.8 km
  • The Beehive Harvester1.0 km
  • Frenford Club1.0 km
  • Wanstead Cricket Club1.0 km
  • Wanstead Golf Club1.0 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Great Wall Chinese Takeaway0.0 km
  • Kim Wah Take Away1.0 km
  • New World Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Triple Treat1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Gul's Grill0.0 km
  • Zing1.0 km
  • Dilanis Fish Bar0.0 km
  • Pret A Manger ( K & M Redbridge ltd)0.2 km
  • Wanstead Leisure Centre0.7 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Redbridge Lodge0.1 km
  • Ilford Travelodge1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ilford2.5 km
  • Manor Park2.8 km
  • Leytonstone High Road3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Redbridge Underground Station0.1 km
  • Redbridge Underground Station0.1 km