IG5 0BL is a sought-after residential area on Rushden Gardens, 0.6km from Clayhall in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Clayhall ward and the Ilford North constituency.
For serious buyers, IG5 0BL is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. 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 rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £517k, down 26.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IG5 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00018514 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUSHDEN GARDENS, IG5 0BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUSHDEN GARDENS, IG5 0BL.
420
39
£ 60,800 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG5 0BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. IG5 0BL's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £517k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 26.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG5 0BL. The average age is 38.8. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 505,000
5 sales · Mean £ 499,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG5 0BL has low crime rates — 23 incidents 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
Parkhill Junior School
Parkhill Infants' School
Caterham High School
Gilbert Colvin Primary School
Glade Primary School
Ilford County High School
Beacon Business Innovation Hub
Beal High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Costcutter0.6 km
- Longwood Pharmacy0.6 km
- Jilani Halal Meat0.9 km
- Suma News Ltd0.7 km
- N L Wade Pharmacy0.9 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Golden Anchor0.6 km
- Clayhall Fish Bar0.9 km
- Jilani Grill & Curry0.9 km
- Jilani Chicken & Chips0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Cafe at No 40.9 km
- Cafe 178 / Tosaka sushi0.6 km
- Archies0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Unicorn Public House0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park2.5 km
- Ilford3.5 km
- Seven Kings3.8 km
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Postcode Profile: IG50BL · Data under Open Government Licence