IG7 4DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Boar Close, 0.9km from Hainault in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Hainault ward and the Ilford North constituency.
For families considering a move, IG7 4DR 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 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Redbridge.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £368k, up 19.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IG7 4DR are sourced from Output Area E00018735 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOAR CLOSE, IG7 4DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOAR CLOSE, IG7 4DR.
430
36
£ 53,200 /yr
51%
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
IG7 4DR is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £368k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 19.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG7 4DR. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 398,750
2 sales · Mean £ 398,750
Terraced
£ 338,050
2 sales · Mean £ 338,050
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG7 4DR has low crime rates — 41 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
John Bramston Primary School
Manford Primary School
Coppice Primary School
Forest Academy
Wells Park School
Limes Farm Junior School
Limes Farm Infant School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Patels0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- Hallmark Celebrate0.3 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.2 km
- Manford News0.2 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Hainault Forest Community Centre0.3 km
- Hainault Bowls Club0.8 km
- The Forester Public House0.4 km
- Hainault Youth Centre0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Hainault Cafe0.1 km
- Breakfast Box0.8 km
- lm cafe0.8 km
- Bankola Bar and Restaurant0.9 km
- Hainault Park Cafe0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chigwell King Kebab & Pizza0.2 km
- Hainault Peri Peri0.9 km
- Manford House0.2 km
- The Brothers Fish Bar0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park3.9 km
- Chadwell Heath4.8 km
- Goodmayes4.9 km
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Postcode Profile: IG74DR · Data under Open Government Licence