IG5 0BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rushden Gardens, 0.6km from Clayhall in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Fullwell ward and the Ilford North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, IG5 0BW is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 58% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Redbridge.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £600k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for IG5 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00018666 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUSHDEN GARDENS, IG5 0BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUSHDEN GARDENS, IG5 0BW.
428
38
£ 52,500 /yr
40%
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
IG5 0BW has a significant social housing presence — 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG5 0BW. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 426,000
12 sales · Mean £ 478,495
Semi-Detached
£ 490,000
1 sales · Mean £ 490,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG5 0BW has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. 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
Ilford County High School
Mossford Green Primary School
Glade Primary School
Fullwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.3 km
- Iceland1.0 km
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Era Food0.9 km
- The Bakeonomist Ltd1.0 km
- Noori Halal Meat0.3 km
- Premier Somerville Convenience Store0.3 km
- Suma News Ltd0.9 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Eden Peri Peri0.9 km
- Junglees1.0 km
- Papa Johns Pizza1.0 km
- Golden Anchor0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Unicorn Public House0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Cafe 178 / Tosaka sushi0.3 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park2.2 km
- Ilford3.4 km
- Seven Kings3.5 km
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Postcode Profile: IG50BW · Data under Open Government Licence