IG7 4AP is a safe, established residential area on Manford Close, 0.7km from Chigwell Row in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Hainault ward and the Ilford North constituency.
For families considering a move, IG7 4AP represents 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 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Redbridge.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £437k.
Census 2021 statistics for IG7 4AP are sourced from Output Area E00018712 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MANFORD CLOSE, IG7 4AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANFORD CLOSE, IG7 4AP.
426
38
£ 49,100 /yr
53%
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
IG7 4AP has a highly multicultural community character — 46% 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 IG7 4AP. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 365,000
4 sales · Mean £ 396,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG7 4AP has low crime rates — 43 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
Coppice Primary School
Forest Academy
Wells Park School
John Bramston Primary School
Manford Primary School
Chigwell Row Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Two Brewers1.0 km
- Breakfast Box0.7 km
- lm cafe0.9 km
- Global Cafe0.9 km
- Hainault Park Cafe0.8 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Green Olive and Lemon0.9 km
- Wicker Fish Limited0.8 km
- Newsagent0.2 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Hallmark Celebrate0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Hainault Youth Centre0.5 km
- Hainault Forest Community Centre1.0 km
- The Forester Public House0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- The Brothers Fish Bar0.2 km
- Chigwell King Kebab & Pizza0.9 km
- Chigwell Chinese0.8 km
- Kismat Indian Takeaway0.8 km
- Hainault Peri Peri0.4 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park4.6 km
- Chadwell Heath5.2 km
- Goodmayes5.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IG74AP · Data under Open Government Licence