IG8 0DJ is a sought-after residential area on Snakes Lane, 0.5km from Woodford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Monkhams ward and the Chingford and Woodford Green constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a independent professional metro services zone — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £352k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for IG8 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00018852 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SNAKES LANE, IG8 0DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SNAKES LANE, IG8 0DJ.
309
40
£ 66,600 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG8 0DJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
IG8 0DJ is an established family neighbourhood — 50% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £352k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG8 0DJ. The average age is 40.0. 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
Flat
£ 352,500
8 sales · Mean £ 355,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG8 0DJ has low crime rates — 35 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
Woodford County High School
Woodford Green Primary School
Wells Primary School
Woodbridge High School
St Antony's Catholic Primary School
Trinity Catholic High School
Churchfields Junior School
Churchfields Infants' School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Shepherds0.8 km
- Food Park0.6 km
- Jubilee News0.7 km
- NailsLaza0.4 km
- Snakes Lane Post Office0.8 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Railway Tavern Public House0.8 km
- The Rose & Crown Public House0.4 km
- The Travellers Friend Public House0.9 km
- Woodford Bowling Club Limited0.6 km
- Seasons Events and Catering0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Cafe Royale Lin Cafe Woodford Ltd0.6 km
- Cafe23@lizziefiori0.5 km
- Costa0.5 km
- Featherbeats Studios0.4 km
- Lilys Place0.9 km
- + 24 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Churchills Fish & Chips0.4 km
- Favourite Fried Chicken0.7 km
- Grill Hut Tasty Fried Chicken0.7 km
- Mr Chans Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- Pizza Hut0.7 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- The Co-Operative food0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Highams Park1.8 km
- Wood Street3.0 km
- Chingford3.1 km
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Postcode Profile: IG80DJ · Data under Open Government Licence