IG6 1AU is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Barkingside in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Barkingside ward and the Ilford North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for IG6 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00018373 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IG6 1AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IG6 1AU.
348
39
£ 57,300 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
IG6 1AU has a highly multicultural community character — 50% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. 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 IG6 1AU. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG6 1AU has low crime rates — 24 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
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Gearies Primary School
Fullwood Primary School
Newbury Park Primary School
Valentines High School
Parkhill Junior School
Parkhill Infants' School
Avanti Court Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Britannia Pharmacy0.7 km
- Era Food0.2 km
- Jay Dee Newsagent0.1 km
- Kashmir Bazar Ltd0.1 km
- Sports Direct0.9 km
- + 21 more
Restaurant, Cafe
42 nearby- Chandra Express Takeaway0.7 km
- Zamana0.7 km
- Cafe At 1041.0 km
- Black Lotus0.6 km
- Caraway0.9 km
- + 37 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- Nisa Local0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Co-op0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Aldi1.0 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- iCakes0.7 km
- Tina’s Kitchen0.1 km
- Dragon House0.1 km
- Eden Peri Peri0.2 km
- Ghost Burgers0.8 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Chequers Public House1.0 km
- Infinity0.7 km
- Faces Nightclub0.6 km
- King George V Public House0.4 km
- Eastwood Snooker Bar & Grill0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park1.2 km
- Seven Kings2.4 km
- Ilford2.5 km
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Postcode Profile: IG61AU · Data under Open Government Licence