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.
REDBRIDGE LANE EAST, IG4 5BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for REDBRIDGE LANE EAST, IG4 5BQ.
376
35
£ 60,800 /yr
46%
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
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
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 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.
school Local Schools
Redbridge Primary School
Wanstead High School
Cranbrook Primary School
Beacon Business Innovation Hub
Beal High School
Nightingale Primary School
Highlands Primary School
Hatton School and Special Needs Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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, 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, 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
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Postcode Profile: IG45BQ · Data under Open Government Licence