IG7 6LS is a safe, established residential area on Vicarage Lane, 0.8km from Chigwell in Chigwell. Administratively it sits within Chigwell Village ward and the Epping Forest constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in IG7, IG7 6LS offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 94% 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 — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Epping Forest.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.8M.
Census 2021 statistics for IG7 6LS are sourced from Output Area E00110491 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VICARAGE LANE, IG7 6LS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARAGE LANE, IG7 6LS.
408
43
£ 64,900 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG7 6LS 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
IG7 6LS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £1.8M, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £1.8M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG7 6LS. The average age is 42.9. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 1,187,500
4 sales · Mean £ 1,321,446
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG7 6LS has low crime rates — 30 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
Chigwell Primary Academy
Wells Park School
Limes Farm Junior School
Limes Farm Infant School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Chigwell Hall0.7 km
- The King William IV0.6 km
- Sheesh0.4 km
- Chigwell Mens Club0.7 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- MACE0.9 km
- The Village Deli0.8 km
- Brook House Pharmacy0.8 km
- Chigwell Health Foods0.9 km
- McColls0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Chigwell Fish Bar0.9 km
- Moka Chigwell Ltd0.9 km
- Papillon Restaurant0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Dominos Pizza0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park5.2 km
- Chingford5.4 km
- Highams Park6.1 km
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Postcode Profile: IG76LS · Data under Open Government Licence